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Local Company Greasecycle Named One of Fastest Growing Small Businesses in America NEW YORK, August 15, 2018 – Inc. magazine today revealed that Greasecycle is No. 3052 on its 37th annual Inc. 5000, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses. Microsoft, Dell, Domino’s Pizza, Pandora, Timberland, LinkedIn, Yelp, Zillow, and many other well-known names gained …

If you are in the process of setting up a commercial kitchen, one thing is certain: you need either a grease trap or a grease interceptor. Essentially, these two devices work by preventing fats, oils, and grease (FOG) from interfering with other parts of a restaurant's plumbing. Grease Traps vs. Grease Interceptors Grease Traps According to the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPS), grease traps are used for low-flow situations. That is, they are designed specifically to work with low water pressure (less than 50 gallons per minute). Usually, restaurant…

At restaurants, reducing food waste is often a big challenge. However, it’s one that must be addressed especially as operators grapple with the high costs of food. According to the Food Waste Reduction Alliance, restaurants throw away about 85% of their unused food. This amount of food waste is, needless to say, an unnecessary cost for restaurants. With tight budgets, restaurants need to save money whenever and wherever possible. That’s why in this article, we share 12 tried-and-tested tips for restaurant food waste reduction. Tip #1: Only Buy…

Grease traps are necessary for a commercial kitchen. Commercial kitchens can be found in mobile food facilities, nursing homes, hotels, churches, hospitals, restaurants, and so on. Grease traps help prevent fats, oils, and grease (FOG) from flowing out with wastewater into the sanitary sewer system. While these traps are required in nearly all commercial kitchens, there is much more to controlling FOG. By controlling fats, oils, and grease in your commercial kitchen, you will be able to minimize the possibility of: Enforcement action by local…

Charlotte’s dining scene is vibrant, eager, growing, and worth visiting. Here you will find some of the best restaurants and eat from possibly the best chef you've ever experienced! The city of Charlotte has expanded to offer something for everyone, from high-end nouveau-style kitchens to ethnic eateries and casual grills and comforting soul food. There is delicious food for everyone in Charlotte, whether you're looking for the best french onion soup in town, fresh seafood, or simply a cocktail bar. The following are the best restaurants in C…