Between the weather and the decorations at the mall, everyone knows that Texas jumps straight from summer to winter (we use that term loosely) in about two weeks. Yep, we just kind of skip right over fall and get to the good stuff! Go figure. So, it’s time to start planning that holiday menu. From [...]
Reading through government forms can often feel like a flashback to kindergarten. All those numbers and letters—1040EZ, W9, W2…it’s like their own Mc Language. Well, the coded form names are not just for taxes! Even beef gets in on the fun. Have you ever heard of a Schedule G? USDA Schedule G Certified Beef Programs [...]
Spring has sprung, and summer is just around the corner. Burgers are definitely one of those all-year-round foods, but even everyday favorites can use a little freshening-up every now and then. Check out these ideas for incorporating spring and summer twists into your burger menu: Spotlight Seasonal Produce Take advantage of asparagus season by mixing coarsely-chopped [...]
The New Year is off and running, and Jake’s wants to help you keep up! With an eventful spring approaching fast, many establishments will take this time to spruce-up their menus, and one popular trend is offering a pairing menu that guides the experience of the diner. Jake’s would like to take this opportunity to offer [...]
Fried Chicken, Grilled Chicken, Baked Chicken, Roasted Chicken, Blackened Chicken, Chicken & Rice, Chicken & Dumplings, Chicken Fajitas, Chicken Tacos, Chicken, Chicken & more Chicken. This line may seemed inspired by the famous scene in Forrest Gump, but actually we’re inspired by Gourmet Ranch! Did you know that chicken is the highest-selling protein in the world? [...]
What is it about fajitas that we just can’t seem to resist? Is it the smell of smoke on a sizzling platter, filling the dining room as they make their way to your table? Or perhaps that tender bite of meat cooked to perfection rolled up in a warm flour “blanket?” And let’s not forget the [...]
