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2018MINNESOTA BUYERS GUIDETHE INDUSTRY GUIDE TO FOODSERVICE VENDORS

S P O N S O R E D B Y

D E S K R E F E R E N C E T O S U P P L I E R S & V E N D O R S

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Help? Need somebody? We’re here to helpSuccessful operators of restaurants, catering companies,

institutional dining providers and beverage innovators understand that in this business of thin margins, you can’t afford to make mistakes — especially if they can be avoided. That’s why they hire the best people at every level, from dishwasher to executive chef and from accounting services to marketing. Those same successful operators recognize the importance of working with quality vendors and suppliers, which is exactly what they will find in the 2018 Minnesota Buyers’ Guide, the best desk reference for the foodservice industry in the Twin Cities and its surrounding area.

Co-branded again this year with the Minnesota Restaurant Association, this guide will introduce you to the prolific world of foodservice consultants and contractors, food distributors and equipment suppliers, food brokers, growers and manufacturers—all listed alphabetically by their specialty. You will also find vendors offering foodservice rental options, food safety labeling and training services, plus more maintenance and cleaning help.

These professionals are not only committed to the foodservice community, but already know the inner workings of the industry. In other words, you don’t have to educate them on how you do business in order for them to help take you to the next level.

Now that the Super Bowl is behind us, warmer weather (soon, really) promises that patios will be opening and people will be parking their parkas in closets and taking on new projects. There’s no better time to evaluate your business and consider not only where you want to take it, but also how you’re going to get there. The companies in this directory are ready to help.

And, of course, don’t hesitate to reach for your monthly Foodservice News. We’re here to keep you informed and, we like to think, entertained, by examining the trends, issues and people who shape this lively business segment.

We invite you to get to know your foodservice allies through this guide. You can also easily search the vendor listings online at www.foodservicenews.net. Either way, our directory is always at your fingertips.

We’re confident you’ll find the right people to help grow your business. So start turning the pages.

FROM THE MANAGING EDITOR

Nancy Weingartner Monroe Managing Editor

Nancy can be reached at 612-767-3210or at [email protected]. Follow her on

Twitter at http://twitter.com/nanweingartner

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TABLE OF CONTENTS ARTICLESExperts Predict Huge Growth for On-demand Delivery.................. 6-7Converting Customers ........................................................................ 8

PRODUCTS AND SERVICESBeverage—Coffee, Tea, Soda ............................................................ 10Chemicals ......................................................................................... 10Consultant—Foodservice Industry ................................................... 11Contractor/Construction .................................................................. 12Design and Architecture ................................................................... 12Equipment—Cash and Carry ............................................................ 12Equipment—Dealers and Distributors ........................................12-14Equipment—Design and Layout ..................................................14-15Equipment—Food Service Rental ..................................................... 16Equipment—Manufacturer’s Representative ................................... 16Food—Full-line Distributors ........................................................16-17Food—Grower/Producer ................................................................... 18Food—Manufacturer ....................................................................18-19Food—Specialty Distributor .............................................................. 20Food—Specialty Distributor, Produce .............................................. 20Insurance .......................................................................................... 20Laboratory ......................................................................................... 20Lawyers ............................................................................................. 21Maintenance and Cleaning ............................................................... 21Maintenance and Parts ................................................................21-22Marketing and Social Media ............................................................. 22Organizations ...............................................................................22-23Plumbing ........................................................................................... 23POS and Technology ....................................................................23-24Real Estate Brokers .......................................................................... 24Supplies—Cutlery and Sharpening .................................................. 24Tableware and Supplies .................................................................... 25Training ........................................................................................25-26Uniforms and Linens ........................................................................ 27Utility Companies .........................................................................27-28Water Filtration and Purification ...................................................... 28MRA Allied Member List ..............................................................29-33Vendor Index ..................................................................................... 34

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MANAGING EDITORNancy Monroe

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ADVERTISINGGreg DeMarco

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A BRUTAL LABOR SHORTAGE DRIVES CONSTRUCTION COSTS UP, PROJECT TIMES DOWN

BY NICHOLAS UPTON

So, you think this is a labor crisis, eh? At 4.1 percent unemployment—the lowest level since 2000—everyone

is struggling to find and retain good people. But the construction industry is worse, way worse.

The industry was hollowed out when the economy fell apart in 2008 and 2009. More than 1.5 million seasoned construction workers lost their jobs, and unlike other industries, they didn’t come back and young people aren’t eager to swing hammers in this opportunity-rich employment market. In fact, the construction industry labor force is 5 percent smaller than it was in 2008, meaning 400,000 fewer workers and shrinking, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Conversely, the restaurant “labor crisis” comes amid 24 percent growth in restaurant employment since 2008; it’s 2.4 million workers larger. Overall retail has grown by 2 percent or 311,200 people despite industry pressures from ecommerce.

That dire worker shortage and the huge influx of easy capital to every corner of franchising means prices are going up precipitously.

According to a Construction Cost index kept by national construction firm Turner Construction Company, prices across the industry are up 30.3 percent since the first days of post-recession recovery in 2011 through the fourth quarter of 2017. And prices are accelerating skyward, 5.7 percent of that price increase came in just the last year.

The workforce problem means a lot of seasoned, well-paid workers on site. Adam Meyer, who founded founder of Studio M Architects in 2010 said there are many senior construction folks on site.

“I think you’ve got two to three senior people working on every job site, on every construction crew. You’ve got a project manager, a superintendent on the job

site—never before did I see that,” said Meyer, noting that he’s seen fees as high as 20 to 30 percent of a project going right to general contractors.

Studio M, which administers construction sites for Uberrito, Cowboy Jack’s, MyBurger and Dunn Brothers, has had trouble just getting people to some sites even at the high rates.

“We’ve had a hell of a time getting subcontractors to perform, they’re too busy,” said Meyer. “They show up when they want and don’t when they don’t. They can kind of rule the show.”

Fast growing Dallas, for instance, is 20,000 workers short of what it needs to keep up with demand. The Dallas Builder Association said that adds thousands of dollars to every project. Mike Dimond of Cardinal Development Corporation, a Minnesota-based national development firm, said that means slow work. He said a Texas project he bid out to a subcontractor is way behind because of the shortage.

“This is a 620 foot build out, we’re at least three weeks and as much as six weeks that’s because the crews aren’t there,” said Dimond. “We should be seeing 15 to 20 trades. Yesterday we had four, the other day we had three—that backs things up horribly.”

For major franchise developers like GPS Hospitality, which operates more than 425 Burger King locations and takes on about 60 construction projects each year, that’s tricky. Chief of Development Officer Brian Arnold said their 40 to 50 remodels and 10 to 12 new builds are slower and more expensive.

“[Costs] have steadily gone up over the last three years, it’s been noticeable beyond what you’d expect for regular inflation. I would say that has been up 6 to 8 percent over the last couple of years,” said Arnold. “We’re definitely seeing natural-disaster pressure on materials that is driving up costs. And money is cheap, that is driving growth and also franchisor ownership

changes that drive incentives to drive development.”

Labor, however, isn’t the only thing driving construction costs up. Materials are more expensive, driven especially in 2017 by the hurricanes in Texas and in the Southeast. Of course to retain the limited number of construction workers, wages are way up. Since the recession, wages in the construction industry have risen 19.8 percent to $38.15 an hour, largely driven by benefits, according to BLS September 2017 data (the most recent available). With everyone fighting for space, tenant improvement dollars are down to, meaning more out of the owner’s pocket.

It’s a perfect storm for construction prices, and something that caught Arnold and a lot of operators by surprise.

“The last two quarters kind of caught us off guard, I wasn’t expecting that back half of the year pressure on pricing. We were kind of playing catch up a little bit after we bought the strategic group and

Jim Smart of Smart Associates.

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Construction costs have increased steadily in recent years, outpacing the U.S. inflation rate.

we kind of doubled our commitment,” said Arnold.

Dimond said prices for restaurant builds he sees haven’t crept up to quite the 30 percent mark, but it’s pretty close.

“We’re very definitely seeing ups, but not in that range,” said Dimond. “We’ve seen labor up 5 to 10 percent and material in the 5 to 10 percent range. We have to be careful to control it.”

Dealing with the 10 to 20 percent increase he’s seeing depends on the market. He’s pushed as much work into his construction shop as possible and shipping pre-framed walls to the QSR construction sites he works on.

“We’ve gone to almost exclusively panelized buildings,” said Dimond. “They come in sections on panels on truck, they come on site with the crew and two days later, we have a closed-in building. We switched to that because it’s a time-value decision. It was a little more expensive, now we find it in line pricewise.”

To get around the on-site workforce issues, he’s bringing crews in where he’s having issues. The travel costs a little more, but it’s efficient.

“I think the offset is if you are using a traveling crew, you’re using someone who knows exactly what they’re doing and how to do it,” said Dimond.

It’s certainly not union work, but Dimond said it’s a way to make up valuable time since a traveling carpenter is focused on the next job or getting back home.

“They’ll work straight through until they’re done; those are some of the ways you pick up time,” said Dimond. “They like it, they can do it and fit it in wherever, squeeze it in during the weekend.”

At GPS, Arnold says he’s pushing as much development to the first half of the year as possible. During the slower winter months, construction is generally cheaper. But that shift does mean some extra planning.

“It just causes you to evaluate, you have to start ahead of time, you can’t wait to finish the projects. So it’s just a lot of pre planning and getting ahead of the markets,” said Arnold.

Another way to stay on track is keeping things simple. Jim Smart principal at architecture and design firm Smart

Associates said a restaurant needs something iconic, but it doesn’t have to be complicated.

“What are your golden arches?” asked Smart rhetorically. “If you’re going to do multiple units or want to put this together and stamp it out later, have something iconic. It could just be a paint color.”

As always, there is second-hand equipment and lower-cost materials too, but restaurateurs should just be prepared for the high costs so they aren’t skimping on what’s necessary to be competitive.

“The main thing is don’t under capitalize. Don’t plan your business so that it just breaks even, you want to plan it and do a pro forma that shows four years of debt service, throw it in there,” said Smart. “It’s going to be there whether you like it or not so plan ahead.”

That’s key for those who need to build, those who might not see our latest market correction as a good sign.

“We’ve got a recession coming around the corner,” said Smart. “That will help bring prices back down.”

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ONUS IS ON OPERATOR, NOT THIRD PARTY, TO MAKE DELIVERY WORKEditor’s note: Food delivery, or what we’re calling food on demand here, is taking over the conversation for independent restaurants as well as chains. Foodservice News’ sister publication, the Restaurant Finance Monitor, hosted its first ever Food on Demand Conference in Dallas March 19 and 20, and around 325 operators and suppliers to the industry participated. Delivering restaurant food is a new challenge for operators, and therefore it’s also a huge opportunity for vendors, whether it’s consultants, lawyers, tech providers, packaging suppliers and third-party delivery services. The following article detailing the information from a panel moderated by Attorney Dennis Monroe, a FSN columnist, sets the stage for why delivery is something every restaurateurs needs to start planning for.

BY BETH EWEN

For all the restaurant operators grappling with how they can expand mobile delivery without

losing their shirt—in other words, all restaurateurs—Laura Rea Dickey says one statistic may convince them that jumping on the wave is not optional.

“What we have found is for us, it’s not a choice,” said Dickey, CEO of the 77-year-old Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, a franchised brand with four locations in the Twin Cities. “We would be losing probably 8 percent of our customer base if we didn’t have food on demand. That was really compelling to me.” She learned that choice statistic after conducting research, something she recommends every restaurateur should do.

“Can you afford to lose 8 percent of your customer base?” she asked the audience at the Food on Demand Conference in Dallas in March. “We brought in people that are a lot smarter than me to not only help us retain our customers, but build them. We looked at it and said we have to have a hybrid approach,” with both direct delivery operated themselves and a third-party service. “That’s what worked for us.”

Phil Friedman, CEO of Salsarita’s,

a Mexican fast-casual chain, said his team is analyzing each restaurant, one by one, and adapting the model to what makes sense. “Fully costing anything you’re doing is important. We have to participate, but we have to participate smartly,” he said. “Relevance and access” are the two most important things mobile delivery brings to a restaurant brand.

Mark Hardison, VP of marketing at El Pollo Loco, said 80 percent of his brand’s mobile orders are incremental, meaning they are on top of what they would otherwise get from drive-thru or in-restaurant orders, while 20 percent cannibalize other types of orders. About 55 percent of El Pollo Loco’s restaurants are franchised, and Hardison said inviting operators to participate in the discussions around mobile delivery was important. “Like any big initiative it starts with communication and collaboration. As we started talking about delivery, a lot of our franchisees were already participating with GrubHub or DoorDash and we could use their experience.”

Last summer, the brand hosted a demo day with each of the third-party delivery services coming in to answer questions, including the head of the marketing advisory council, a franchisee. “He got to ask questions first-hand on behalf of franchisees on how this would work,” which helped to gain operator buy-in.

(As other panelists noted, corporate-owned stores also need to work on buy-in, as many report having managers at the store level turn off the online ordering app if things get too busy, or hiding certain menu items if they’re too time-consuming to make.)

Most operators today complain about the commissions third-party players charge, but Dickey pushes back on that idea. “We love third-party partners. Would I rather retain that 18 to 22 percent commission? Absolutely. But we would probably be losing 8 percent

of our customer base because they are opting to be third-party guests first,” she said.

“I view it as, it’s not the third-party partner’s responsibility to make that profitable for us, it’s mine. You have to invest in the marketing, the training and make that work for you. The onus is on us as restaurateurs, not on the third party that’s providing that additional service.”

More from the FOD Conference

An operator rose from the audience at the FOD Conference to expose a major bone of contention between restaurateurs and third-party delivery systems. “We are financing their growth,” he said, yet delivery is “basically ruining a lot of mom-and-pop shops. We ask, how do you make money? And everyone says, “Hey, everyone, look at the sky.’” The commissions delivery services charge, ranging from 18 to 30 percent of the order, make many operators grumpy, especially when they hear third-party delivery providers brag about how much private equity is flooding into their space, allowing expansion into ever more cities. DoorDash’s COO, for example, talked about its $535 million investment from SoftBank earlier this year, which will allow it to expand into 1,800 cities by the end of 2018, up from 600 now. If they’re attracting so much money and becoming so profitable in their mature markets, why aren’t they reducing prices, the audience member complained. Interesting question with no easy answer.

For more coverage of the conference, check out www.foodondemandnews.com.

Panel members, l to r, Dennis Monroe, Laura Rea Dickey, Phil Friedman and Mark Hardison.

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BEVERAGE - COFFEE - TEA - SODA

Caribou Coffee / Berry Coffee14825 Martin DrEden Prairie, MN 55344Phone: 952-937-8697Contact: Bob DillyEmail: [email protected]: www.berrycoffee.comCompany Description: Berry Coffee Company provides world-class refreshment services for restaurants, hotels, country clubs, colleges, hospitals and other institutional locations. We are a proud distributor of Caribou Coffee and offer a turnkey program featuring this nationally recognized brand that includes branded espresso, syrups, logo cups etc. Our program includes free use of commercial equipment and a training seminar that helps educate staff members on all aspects of our service. Build loyal customers by giving them “the best”!

Morningstar Coffee2309 Snelling AvenueMinneapolis, MN 55404Phone: 651-729-9310Contact: Michael MullenEmail: [email protected]: www.morningstarcoffee.comCompany Description: Beverage - coffee - tea • For nearly two decades MorningStar Coffee has created and fresh roasted unforgettable coffee blends.• Sustainable, ethical business practices mean everything to us.• Sourcing coffee from small farmers committed to organic sustainability.• MorningStar will work with your chef to create a coffee uniquely blended to compliment your restaurant.• High quality products include: Monin Syrups, Guittard Chocolate, Mighty Leaf Tea, Oregon Chai and Leaves Pure Tea.• World class equipment partners: Bunn, Curtis, Fetco, Newco, Rancillo and La Marzocco.• Our equipment servicing is complimentary with your coffee/tea program.

Peace Coffee2801 21st Ave S, Suite 130Minneapolis, MN 55407Phone: 612-870-3440Contact: Stacy McCoyEmail: [email protected]: www.peacecoffee.comCompany Description: Peace Coffee offers a diverse coffee line up ranging from complex, bright light roasts, to rich, palate-pleasing dark roasts and unique, roaster-driven single origin selections. *Fresh roasted, 100% organic & fair trade coffee*Complimentary barista & coffee education*Equipment and service partnerships with 24 hour support*The first B Corp Certified coffee company in Minnesota*Supporting farmer to farmer research to promote regenerative agriculture*Green HQ with geothermal, solar, roof top garden and beehives

CHEMICALSSANITATION - CLEANING

Sunburst Chemicals220 West 86th StreetBloomington, MN 55420Phone: 612-220-0267Contact: Randy RasmussenEmail: [email protected]: www.sunburstchemicals.comCompany Description: Sunburst Chemicals is a manufacturer and supplier of the finest quality commercial cleaning products and sanitation detergents, adding value to our customers through innovative solutions, and partnering with distributors to serve customers nationally.

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CONSULTANT - FOODSERVICE INDUSTRY

Food Safety GuyPO Box 28428Oakdale, MN 55128Phone: 507-990-5129Contact: Lars Johnson, CP-FSEmail: [email protected]: www.foodsafetyguy.comCompany Description: FoodSafetyGuy offers an array of behavior-changing services to help managers and owners guarantee safe food and beverage for customers. Our Quality Assurance Department helps you organize and systematize, so the operation takes care of itself.ServSafe Certification- (private classes on request); Food HandlerIn-service workshopsPrivate health inspectionsInternal Food Safety Audit programRegistered Sanitarian and Registered Dietician on contract. Approved proctor and trainer,Member of: MEHA, NEHA, MSNA, Cool School Rewards, TouchPoint Resource Pool, Minnesota Restaurant Association, and CareOptions NetworkChamber of Commerce: Duluth, ESABA, Rochester, Rushford-Peterson

FoodSensePO Box 6118Minneapolis, MN 55406Phone: 612-236-6463Contact: Jonathan LockeEmail: [email protected] Description: FoodSense is your Corporate Chef for hire! We build your marketing into your products. Our clients are small chains learning the ropes of rigorous product development, larger chains looking for fresh ideas, and food manufacturers looking for the creativity and industry experience of long-time restaurant chefs. Our services include menu analysis; the creation of comprehensive production manuals (in print or video DVD); staff training in English or Spanish; and the evaluation of business plans.

Mise En Place Consulting3639 Van Buren St. NEMinneapolis, MN 55418Phone: 612-382-7316Contact: Pat WeberEmail: [email protected]: www.miseenplaceconsulting.comCompany Description: Mise en Place Consulting is a full-service consulting company offering expert concept development, menu and recipe development, operational systems and support, staff training and kitchen layout and design services for new or existing foodservice operations.

Reinhart Foodservice13400 Commerce Blvd Rogers, MN 55374Phone: 763-428-6501Contact: Paul Bailey, PresidentEmail: [email protected]: www.rfsdelivers.comCompany Description: Let us be your foodservice distribution solution. You need the right products, delivered on-time and complete. At Reinhart Foodservice, we deliver. As a strong, family owned foodservice distributor, we continue to focus on delivering what we promise. We've built our reputation for service, one customer at a time. State of the art, industry leading logistics and order entry technology set the stage for our Best Care Anywhere service. We are here to earn your business, every day. Customer Space: Test Kitchen

US Foods9605 54th Ave. North Plymouth, MN 55442Phone: 800-634-7767Contact: Hal LangevinEmail: [email protected]: www.usfoods.comCompany Description: Are you running your business, or is your business running you? We’re here to make sure it’s efficient, profitable and easier to manage than ever before. Through expert tools, services and personalized consultation, we’ll give you the formula to improve your bottom line. Discover more at www.usfoods.com.

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CONTRACTOR/CONSTRUCTION

Diversified Construction4931 West 35th Street St Louis Park, MN 55416Phone: 952-929-7233Contact: Kristi RowlandEmail: [email protected]: www.DiversifiedConstruction.comCompany Description: Benefit from working with a mid-sized general contractor built on large company capabilities and small company values. Having performed over 200 restaurant projects including CRAVE, Red Cow, The Lowry, Alma, Heirloom, Cafe Zuppas, Five Guys Burgers and Fries and Smashburger, we understand the many intricacies involved with working in a food service environment. Call us for a no obligation consultation on any project you're considering- large or small!

DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE

Smart Associates LTD.701 4th Avenue S., Suite 201Minneapolis, MN 55415Phone: 612-355-8797Contact: Jim SmartEmail: [email protected]: www.smart-associates.comCompany Description: Smart Associates is an interior+architectural design studio specializing in creating environments unique to each client, building your brand, building place, and building a lasting customer experience. No budget is too small or too large. We know you have big dreams and we want to help you get there in one piece.

EQUIPMENT - CASH AND CARRY

TriMark Minnesota-Food ServiceEquipment, Supplies and Design2015 Silver Bell Road, Suite 150Eagan, MN 55122Phone: 612-331-1300Contact: Jeff WittEmail: [email protected]: www.trimarkusa.comCompany Description: “TriMark Minnesota is fanatically committed to making success happen for our customers! Whether it’s bringing an operator’s vision to life or simply fulfilling an order. We help our customers operate more efficiently to achieve better results. We promise to deliver a powerful customer experience characterized by personal attention, reliable execution, design expertise and a comprehensive range of products.” No matter what type of food service venue you are designing or equipping, we are your trusted resource! We are TriMark Minnesota and WE BRING IT!

EQUIPMENT - DEALERS & DISTRIBUTORS

Reinhart Foodservice13400 Commerce Blvd Rogers, MN 55374Phone: 763-428-6501Contact: Paul Bailey, PresidentEmail: [email protected]: www.rfsdelivers.comCompany Description: Let us be your foodservice distribution solution. You need the right products, delivered on-time and complete. At Reinhart Foodservice, we deliver. As a strong, family owned foodservice distributor, we continue to focus on delivering what we promise. We've built our reputation for service, one customer at a time. State of the art, industry leading logistics and order entry technology set the stage for our Best Care Anywhere service. We are here to earn your business, every day. Customer Space: Test Kitchen

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TriMark Minnesota-Food ServiceEquipment, Supplies and Design1203 33rd St S St Cloud, MN 56301Phone: 320-257-8810Contact: Hoobie EskuriEmail: [email protected]: www.trimarkusa.comCompany Description: “TriMark Minnesota is fanatically committed to making success happen for our customers! Whether it’s bringing an operator’s vision to life or simply fulfilling an order. We help our customers operate more efficiently to achieve better results. We promise to deliver a powerful customer experience characterized by personal attention, reliable execution, design expertise and a comprehensive range of products.” No matter what type of food service venue you are designing or equipping, we are your trusted resource! We are TriMark Minnesota and WE BRING IT!

TriMark Minnesota-Food Service Equipment, Supplies and Design2015 Silver Bell Road, Suite 150Eagan, MN 55122Phone: 612-331-1300Contact: Jeff WittEmail: [email protected]: www.trimarkusa.comCompany Description: “TriMark Minnesota is fanatically committed to making success happen for our customers! Whether it’s bringing an operator’s vision to life or simply fulfilling an order. We help our customers operate more efficiently to achieve better results. We promise to deliver a powerful customer experience characterized by personal attention, reliable execution, design expertise and a comprehensive range of products.” No matter what type of food service venue you are designing or equipping, we are your trusted resource! We are TriMark Minnesota and WE BRING IT!

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TriMark Minnesota-Food Service Equipment, Supplies and Design3650 Annapolis Lane North Plymouth, MN 55447Phone: 763-746-3410Contact: Eric SkograndEmail: [email protected]: www.trimarkusa.comCompany Description: “TriMark Minnesota is fanatically committed to making success happen for our customers! Whether it’s bringing an operator’s vision to life or simply fulfilling an order. We help our customers operate more efficiently to achieve better results. We promise to deliver a powerful customer experience characterized by personal attention, reliable execution, design expertise and a comprehensive range of products.” No matter what type of food service venue you are designing or equipping, we are your trusted resource! We are TriMark Minnesota and WE BRING IT!

Upper Lakes Foods Inc801 Industry AveCloquet, MN 55720-1682Phone: 800-879-1265Email: [email protected]: www.upperlakesfoods.comCompany Description: Upper Lakes Foods has helped businesses thrive in the foodservice industry for over 50 years. We are an independent, family-owned company and we work with you to ensure you have access to fresh, quality products. We have a dedicated team of experts in menu and product development, marketing, social media, graphic arts, and more; all committed to generating innovative ideas to drive your business forward.

US Foods9605 54th Ave. North Plymouth, MN 55442Phone: 800-634-7767Contact: Hal LangevinEmail: [email protected]: www.usfoods.comCompany Description: Opening a new restaurant, remodeling an existing facility, or just need a few essentials? US Foods Culinary Equipment & Supplies will keep your kitchen running smoothly. Discover more at www.usfoods.com

EQUIPMENT - DESIGN AND LAYOUT

Horizon Equipment1960 Seneca Rd Eagan, MN 55122Phone: 651-452-9118Contact: Tracy SmithEmail: [email protected]: www.horizonequipment.comCompany Description: Horizon outfits cooking pros with the gear they need to create amazing food. Our experts provide personal consultation on every aspect of foodservice equipment in your operation. From the purchase of a single fry pan, to the creation of a full cooking suite, we will design, equip, install, service and provide the parts to make your creative vision come to life. Our fleet of factory-trained service pros are on call for you 24/7/365, and will custom-design a maintenance program to optimize your equipment investment.

TriMark Minnesota-Food Service Equipment, Supplies and Design1203 33rd St S St Cloud, MN 56301Phone: 320-257-8810Contact: Hoobie Eskuri Email: [email protected]: www.trimarkusa.comCompany Description: “TriMark Minnesota is fanatically committed to making success happen for our customers! Whether it’s bringing an operator’s vision to life or simply fulfilling an order. We help our customers operate more efficiently to achieve better results. We promise to deliver a powerful customer experience characterized by personal attention, reliable execution, design expertise and a comprehensive range of products.” No matter what type of food service venue you are designing or equipping, we are your trusted resource! We are TriMark Minnesota and WE BRING IT!

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TriMark Minnesota-Food Service Equipment, Supplies and Design2015 Silver Bell Road, Suite 150Eagan, MN 55122Phone: 612-331-1300Contact: Jeff WittEmail: [email protected]: www.trimarkusa.comCompany Description: “TriMark Minnesota is fanatically committed to making success happen for our customers! Whether it’s bringing an operator’s vision to life or simply fulfilling an order. We help our customers operate more efficiently to achieve better results. We promise to deliver a powerful customer experience characterized by personal attention, reliable execution, design expertise and a comprehensive range of products.” No matter what type of food service venue you are designing or equipping, we are your trusted resource! We are TriMark Minnesota and WE BRING IT!

TriMark Minnesota-Food ServiceEquipment, Supplies and Design3650 Annapolis Ln N Plymouth, MN 55447Phone: 763-746-3410Contact: Eric Skogrand Email: [email protected]: www.trimarkusa.comCompany Description: “TriMark Minnesota is fanatically committed to making success happen for our customers! Whether it’s bringing an operator’s vision to life or simply fulfilling an order. We help our customers operate more efficiently to achieve better results. We promise to deliver a powerful customer experience characterized by personal attention, reliable execution, design expertise and a comprehensive range of products.” No matter what type of food service venue you are designing or equipping, we are your trusted resource! We are TriMark Minnesota and WE BRING IT!

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EQUIPMENT - FOOD SERVICE RENTAL

CaterRent260 North 24th Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55411Phone: 612-588-1188Contact: Shelley JohnsonEmail: [email protected]: www.caterrent.comCompany Description: CaterRent has served the Twin Cities as a food service rental resource since 1985. CaterRent's rental equipment has been used in the food service & hospitality industries, photo & film studios, civic & religious organizations as well as for companies and individuals. Call for anything from food preparation & transport equipment to cooking, serving, beverage or concession equipment rental.

TriMark Minnesota-Food ServiceEquipment, Supplies and Design1203 33rd St S St Cloud, MN 56301Phone: 320-257-8810Contact: Hoobie Eskuri Email: [email protected]: www.trimarkusa.comCompany Description: “TriMark Minnesota is fanatically committed to making success happen for our customers! Whether it’s bringing an operator’s vision to life or simply fulfilling an order. We help our customers operate more efficiently to achieve better results. We promise to deliver a powerful customer experience characterized by personal attention, reliable execution, design expertise and a comprehensive range of products.” No matter what type of food service venue you are designing or equipping, we are your trusted resource! We are TriMark Minnesota and WE BRING IT!

EQUIPMENT - MANUFACTURER'S REPRESENTATIVE

The YES Group1201 Mendota Heights Rd Mendota Heights, MN 55120Phone: 651-452-9889Contact: Justin ThompsonEmail: [email protected]: www.TheYesGroup.comCompany Description: Factory Representatives of your favorite brands of equipment, supplies and furniture. Offices in Mendota Heights and Brookville, WI with fully functional test kitchens, small wares show floor, and furniture design departments. We work with all major dealers/distributors in the upper Midwest to ensure our manufacturer's products meet your needs and contribute to your success.

Vader and Landgraf, Inc.1047 10th Avenue SE Minneapolis, MN 55414Phone: 612-331-1251Contact: Dennis McGuireEmail: [email protected]: www.vaderandlandgraf.comCompany Description: Vader and Landgraf has continually represented Foodservice equipment manufactures throughout the Upper Midwest since 1960. Our portfolio consists of Industry leading brands that are available for demonstration at our local test kitchens.

FOOD - FULL-LINE DISTRIBUTORS

Indianhead Foodservice Distributor313 Hastings Place Eau Claire, WI 54703Phone: 715-852-0931Contact: Glennis KitzrowEmail: [email protected]: www.callifd.comCompany Description: Indianhead Foodservice

Representing Manufacturers to the Food Service Industry

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Distributor is an independent, family-owned full line foodservice distributor established in 1947. We offer exceptional value-added services focused on complete customer satisfaction and success. When our customers succeed.. we succeed! To ensure every customer need is addressed effectively, we utilize sophisticated technology, dedicated corporate staff and highly trained foodservice consultants. In addition, our staff includes specialists in chemicals, beverages, equipment and supplies, produce, schools and healthcare. Customer Space: Test Kitchen Customer Space: Showroom

Performance Foodservice625 Division Street NorthRice, MN 56376Phone: 800-328-8514Contact: Ryan TonolliEmail: [email protected] Description: Distribution that’s all about Performance; While we are still experts in Pizza and Italian products, we offer so much more, from our Braveheart beef to Allegiance pork to high quality seafood products-you are sure to find a new menu offering to delight your customers. At Performance we dedicate ourselves to restaurant owners who find their purpose in early mornings, late nights and elbow grease. Our job is all about making our customers thrive.

Reinhart Foodservice13400 Commerce BlvdRogers, MN 55374Phone: 763-428-6501Contact: Paul Bailey, PresidentEmail: [email protected]: www.rfsdelivers.comCompany Description: Let us be your foodservice distribution solution. You need the right products, delivered on-time and complete. At Reinhart Foodservice, we deliver. As a strong, family owned foodservice distributor, we continue to focus on delivering what we promise. We've built our reputation for service, one customer at a time. State of the art, industry leading logistics and order entry technology set the stage for our Best Care Anywhere service. We are here to earn your business, every day. Customer Space: Test Kitchen

Sysco Minnesota2400 County Road JSt Paul, MN 55112Phone: 763-785-7584Contact: Tim BoldtEmail: [email protected]: www.sysco.comCompany Description: Sysco is the largest marketer and distributor of foodservice products in North America, with a distribution network that extends throughout the USA & Canada.

Upper Lakes Foods Inc801 Industry Ave Cloquet, MN 55720-1682Phone: 800-879-1265Contact: Email: [email protected]: www.upperlakesfoods.comCompany Description: Upper Lakes Foods has helped businesses thrive in the foodservice industry for over 50 years. We are an independent, family-owned company and we work with you to ensure you have access to fresh, quality products. We have a dedicated team of experts in menu and product development, marketing, social media, graphic arts, and more; all committed to generating innovative ideas to drive your business forward.

US Foods9605 54th Ave. North Plymouth, MN 55442Phone: 800-634-7767Contact: Hal LangevinEmail: [email protected]: www.usfoods.comCompany Description: US Foods is one of America’s great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 250,000 chefs, restaurateurs and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed. With nearly 25,000 employees and more than 60 locations, US Foods provides our customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions. Discover more at www.usfoods.com.

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FOOD - GROWER/PRODUCER

DragSmith Farms, Inc.1346 16 ½ Ave.Barron, WI 54812Phone: 715-537-3307 Contact: Maurice SmithEmail: [email protected]: www.localharvest.org/dragsmith-farms-M19507Company Description: DragSmith Farms is a 104 acre certified organic farm which has been in Gail’s family for 125 years. We grow 30 acres of produce and 10,000 square feet of greenhouses devoted to lettuce and 30 varieties of micro greens. We purchase bison, elk, beef, maple syrup, honey and other products from local farms, which we sell and deliver with our produce to 100 or so restaurant customers in the Twin Cities every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Order today, harvest today, deliver tomorrow.

FOOD – MANUFACTURER

Catallia Mexican Foods, LLC2965 Lone Oak CircleEagan, MN 55121Phone: 651-647-6808Contact: Alex GarciaEmail: [email protected]: www.catallia.comCompany Description: Catallia Mexican Foods, LLC has been a leading provider of premium flour and

corn tortillas to the foodservice, retail and industrial markets for more than eight years. The company is committed to manufacturing the finest tasting tortillas within the safest quality food standards in the industry. The company was SQF Certified at Level 3 in 2015 to comply with GFSI best practices. Contact Catallia Mexican Foods for expert help in the tortilla category. Customer Space: Test Kitchen Customer Space: Proprietary Products

Mrs. Gerry's Kitchen Inc.2110 Y.H. Hanson Ave. Albert Lea, MN 56007Phone: 800-642-9662Contact: Tere O'ConnellEmail: [email protected]: www.mrsgerrys.comCompany Description: Mrs. Gerry's is a Minnesota based food manufacturer who prides themselves in producing high quality prepared salads such as Potato Salad, Coleslaw, Pasta Salads, Proteins, Dips, Desserts and Kits. Mrs. Gerry's also produces fresh Side Dishes such as Mashed Potatoes, Macaroni & Cheese and Gravy. Just like homemade!

Pan-O-Gold Baking Company444 East St. Germain Street Saint Cloud, MN 56304Phone: 320-251-6653Contact: Mark UblEmail: [email protected]: www.panogold.comCompany Description: Located in St. Cloud, Minnesota, Pan-O-Gold Baking Company is a third-generation, family-owned bakery that still

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bakes bread the old-fashioned way; using natural ingredients like whole grains and honey. The bakers of consumer brands that include Country Hearth and Village Hearth, Pan-O-Gold has grown to be one of the largest food service bread suppliers in the Midwest. From ordering the right breads and buns to developing custom recipes just right for you, our team will supply your kitchen with the best quality products.

Pastorelli Food Products Inc.162 N. Sangamon StChicago, IL 60607Phone: 312-666-2041Contact: Randy RasmussenEmail: [email protected]: www.pastorelli.comCompany Description: Since 1927, Pastorelli Food Products has provided consumers with retail and foodservice products that continue, year after year, to win the hearts of many. From the first fully prepared canned pizza sauce formulated by Papa Pastorelli himself in 1952 to our award winning blended cameo oil, all our products carry the signature of recognizable quality. We at Pastorelli continue to custom manufacturing pizza and spaghetti sauces in cans and bags with only the finest ingredients, we also custom formulate to match your existing recipe or duplicate others. From our California freshly packed tomato products to our traditional Roman-style pizza crusts, our lifelong mission has never changed nor will it. We strive to provide the finest Italian gourmet food products to warm your hearts and home. Better meals begin with Pastorelli.

Rancher’s Legacy Meat Co.4301 White Bear ParkwayVadnais Heights, MN 55110Phone: 651-366-6563Contact: Tim TyrrellEmail: [email protected]: www.rancherslegacy.comCompany Description: Rancher’s Legacy was built to consistently produce high-quality fresh and frozen ground meat in patty and bulk configurations. We are proud to employ a highly trained team with a combined industry experience level exceeding 150 years. Food Safety is our highest priority. Our facility is designed to accommodate a variety of proteins and recipes. We are forward thinking and receptive to new opportunities providing safety is present. Our company is locally owned and privately held.

Swanson Meats, Inc.2700 26th Ave S Minneapolis, MN 55406Phone: 612-721-4411Contact: Mark MannEmail: [email protected]: www.swansonmeats.comCompany Description: We are Minnesota's premier and local meat purveyor. Since 1962, we've been providing our customers with premium products and exceptional service. We are devoted to hand-crafted premium meats and we have never jeopardized our reputation by compromising our quality. We feature center of the plate options to fit every operator's menu needs, including beef, pork, poultry, and more. Ask us about contract manufacturing and our co-pack capabilities. Give us a call today!

Extensive resources, national reach and 110% effort. We are TriMark and we’re always ready to jump into action to help our customers overcome the challenges of the foodservice industry. Just one call will bring in the troops. Experience the power of the industry leader. Learn more at trimarkusa.com or call 800.892.8501

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FOOD - SPECIALTY DISTRIBUTOR

Reinhart Foodservice13400 Commerce Blvd Rogers, MN 55374Phone: 763-428-6501Contact: Paul Bailey, PresidentEmail: [email protected]: www.rfsdelivers.comCompany Description: Let us be your foodservice distribution solution. You need the right products, delivered on-time and complete. At Reinhart Foodservice, we deliver. As a strong, family owned foodservice distributor, we continue to focus on delivering what we promise. We've built our reputation for service, one customer at a time. State of the art, industry leading logistics and order entry technology set the stage for our Best Care Anywhere service. We are here to earn your business, every day. Customer Space: Test Kitchen

US Foods9605 54th Ave. North Plymouth, MN 55442Phone: 800-634-7767Contact: Hal LangevinEmail: [email protected]: www.usfoods.comCompany Description: From new products and breakthrough flavors to recipes, food trends and restaurant concepts – our passion is providing you with great food and insight, designed to inspire your menu. Discover more at www.usfoods.com.

FOOD - SPECIALTY DISTRIBUTOR – PRODUCE

BIX Produce Company1415 L'Orient Street St Paul, MN 55117Phone: 651-487-8000Contact: Steve PagelEmail: [email protected]: www.bixproduce.comCompany Description: Bix Produce Co. is a local

St. Paul company specializing in meeting the many changing needs of the food service industry for over 80 years. We offer a wide variety of bulk and value added processed fruits and vegetables as well as many other specialty items. We have a keen focus on supporting our local farmers and processors and providing you their many offerings. You can count on Bix for all your produce needs! Customer Space: Proprietary Products

INSURANCE

KLB Insurance ServicesP.O. Box 25407Woodbury, MN 55125Phone: 651-730-9803Contact: Kim BrownEmail: [email protected]: www.klbins.comCompany Description: KLB Insurance is a straight forward, family owned, insurance company based in the Twin Cities with 30 years of experience-- servicing businesses nation wide. We specialize in the hospitality industry and are known for our claims handling, liquor training as well as our around the clock availability to our clients needs. If you are starting a new business and are looking for insider expertise or have an established business and just want someone who knows their stuff KLB Insurance is the company for you. Please visit our website at wwww.klbins.com- give us a call for your free quote today. We also offer free insurance analysis to make sure all of your insurance needs being met. Insurance straight from the experts- we work hard for you!

LABORATORY

MarketFresh Laboratory1621 East Hennepin Ave, Suite B10Minneapolis, MN 55414Phone: 612-331-4050Email: [email protected]: www.marketfreshlabs.comCompany Description: MarketFresh Food Testing Laboratory provides full-service microbiological services to the food industry including routine microbiological testing of food and environmental

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samples which can be customized to fit your testing needs – weekly, monthly or as-needed” basis. Services include consultation for food safety and quality programs, shelf-life testing, challenge studies and allergen testing. We also offer educational courses, including Certified Food Manager, customized renewal CFM, Food Handler and customized training on-site or in our training center.

LAWYERS

Monroe Moxness Berg PA7760 France Avenue South, Suite 700Minneapolis, MN 55435Phone: 952-885-5965Contact: John BergEmail: [email protected]: www.mmblawfirm.comCompany Description: Monroe Moxness Berg PA has been providing legal services to the restaurant industry for more than 30 years. We help develop the legal, financial and franchise tools necessary for the growth, viability, success and development of your restaurant company. Whether you are buying, selling, searching for financing, or exploring new opportunities, our multi-disciplinary approach, creative problem-solving and long-range perspective make us an ideal partner and uniquely qualified advisor.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

Pure Tap, Inc.1300 Godward St, Suite 110Minneapolis, MN 55413Phone: 651-604-7873Contact: Eric McCannEmail: [email protected]: pure-tap.comCompany Description: Straight from the tap the way the brewer intended! We are passionate about good beer and have perfected the process of cleaning beer lines and systems. We use the preferred cleaning method of the Brewers Association. Pure Tap ensures that your beer system is thoroughly cleaned and

inspected. We love a good pint and know that your customers will appreciate the purity of your beer. Cheers to beer served the way the brewer intended!

MAINTENANCE AND PARTS

Enviromatic Corporation of America, Inc.

5936 Pillsbury Ave S.Minneapolis, MN 55419Phone: 612-723-0606Contact: Don PfleidererEmail: [email protected]: www.enviromatic.comCompany Description: The kitchen Exhaust cleaning specialist! Since 1971, National renown, MN owned, Enviromatic has not only set the quality standards for the kitchen exhaust cleaning industry, we are also the industry's best value giving unmatched performance at reasonable rates. IKECA certified, we do this with our picture verification program that is the model for the industry, our professional setups and cleanings leave your kitchen ready to go in the mornings, the industry's top on time performance so you are not stuck wasting your valuable time waiting for our expert crews. We continue to lead by example raising the standards for the entire KEC industry. We manufacture and install the exclusive and patented UL listed Viroguard® rooftop containment system. Our Enviro leak test water leak testing is now the recognized industry standard for leak-testing grease ducts. The Envirospection® nationwide grease exhaust inspection quality control program is unmatched in the country for protecting properties and bringing real fire safety for restaurants. Please call to see our unmatched experience & service. We just don’t say it’s clean, we prove it! Serving all of the Midwest.

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General Parts Group11311 Hampshire Ave S Bloomington, MN 55438Phone: 952-944-5800Contact: Chuck KnuthEmail: [email protected]: www.generalparts.comCompany Description: In the fast paced world of Foodservice we know your time is valuable, that’s why we promise to serve you with a menu of industry leading services all, designed to maximize your return on investment. Whether you are looking for equipment maintenance, emergency repairs or equipment installation, our service division has got you covered. Our Minneapolis head office offers state wide coverage for cooking, refrigeration, ware washing and HVAC equipment, this alongside over 400 manufacturer relationships create a powerful support partner to satisfy even the very busiest foodservice professional. Our services don’t end at the door! 90 days labor warranty, equipment lifecycle cost reporting, status emails and O.E.M parts distribution underline our commitment to customer satisfaction that you take to the bank. With over 75 years experience we know our customers are unique, talk to us today about tailoring an equipment support relationship that works for you! Visit http://gp-servicedirect.com/Minneapolis.htm to learn more.

Horizon Equipment1960 Seneca RdEagan, MN 55122Phone: 651-452-9118Contact: Tracy SmithEmail: [email protected]: www.horizonequipment.comCompany Description: Horizon outfits cooking pros with the gear they need to create amazing food. Our experts provide personal consultation on every aspect of foodservice equipment in your operation. From the purchase of a single fry pan, to the creation of a full cooking suite, we will design, equip, install, service and provide the parts to make your creative vision come to life. Our fleet of factory-trained service pros are on call for you 24/7/365, and will custom-design a maintenance program to optimize your equipment investment.

MARKETING/SOCIAL MEDIA

US Foods9605 54th Ave. North Plymouth, MN 55442Phone: 800-634-7767Contact: Hal LangevinEmail: [email protected]: www.usfoods.comCompany Description: In order to succeed, having a steady stream of customers is a non-negotiable. And in today’s digital world, that means making sure your online presence drives customers through your doors. We can enable you with tools that impress your diners and increase your online visibility – helping you get on the radar of new customers and moving them from the web to your tables. Discover more at www.usfoods.com.

ORGANIZATIONS

Hospitality Minnesota Education Foundation

1959 Sloan Place, Suite 120Saint Paul, MN 55117Phone: 651-778-2400Contact: Betty FiskEmail: [email protected]: www.hospitalitymn.org/hmefCompany Description: HMEF helps prepare the next generation of foodservice and lodging operators! Schools all across Minnesota offer our ProStart (culinary/foodservice management) and/or HTMP (hospitality & tourism management) curriculum with HMEF support for guest speakers, field trips and mentored work experiences. Students receive real-life experience at the ProStart Invitational and Stars of the Future tasting event. Since 2008, HMEF has awarded $523,500 in scholarships to 231 students pursuing careers in restaurant or lodging management.

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Minnesota Licensed Beverage Association

1983 Sloan Place, Suite 15St. Paul, MN 55117Phone: 651-772-0910Contact: Tom KlaudaEmail: [email protected]: www.mlba.comCompany Description: Since 1952, the Minnesota Licensed Beverage Association has been helping licensed beverage retailers in the state of Minnesota with information resources, educational programs and government affairs services designed to promote and protect their business. Membership includes access to discounts on liquor liability/dram shop insurance, music licensing fees, legal & financial services, alcohol server training and many, many more! All our member retailers understand with the MLBA you're not alone!

Minnesota Restaurant Association1959 Sloan Place, Suite 120St Paul, MN 55117Phone: 651-778-2400Contact: Dan McElroyEmail: [email protected]: www.mnrestaurant.orgCompany Description: The Minnesota Restaurant Association helps the industry thrive by providing advocacy, insight, education, networking and access to services and resources. The MRA lobbies for your interests at the Capitol, provides regular Member Updates and serves as a resource for questions. Members receive our Hospitality Minnesota Law Review and HR Toolkit and enjoy discounts on music licensing fees, credit card/payroll processing and ServSafe classes. When you join MRA, you’re also joining the National Restaurant Association!

Women Who Really Cook3418 Adair Avenue North Crystal, MN 55422Phone: 763-226-3258Contact: LoAnn MocklerEmail: [email protected]: www.wwrc.infoCompany Description: Women Who Really Cook, founded in 1993 by Sue Zelickson, is a networking organization for women in the food and hospitality industry. Its mission is to provide members with

industry information, resources and on-going promotional opportunities to help them in reaching their personal and professional goals. WWRC hosts monthly meetings and a member-access-only website for members to share their ideas, talents, products and job opportunities along the way to professional success in the food world. Visit www.wwrc.info today.

PLUMBLING

unclogdrains.com ~ McDonough's Sewer, Drains, Water Jetting and Vac Trucks

1307 Sylvan Street St. Paul, MN 55117Phone: 612-930-1188Contact: Customer ServiceEmail: [email protected]: www.unclogdrains.comCompany Description: McDonough’s Sewer, Drain, Water Jetting and Vac Trucks is a family owned St. Paul business, founded back in 1992. We are a commercial drain cleaning leader. McDonough's is your 24-Hour EMERGENCY SERVICE for clogged drains. If your drain is plugged, we have the best Tech’s, Tools and Equipment to tackle it fast and efficiently (Plus, we carry a $5 million insurance policy). We have preventative maintenance plans too! Our staff is professional, highly trained, timely, safety conscious and courteous. Two locations: Blaine and St. Paul (just North of Downtown). unclogdrains.com, That's our name, it's what we do!

POS AND TECHNOLOGY

backbook825 Nicollet Mall, Suite 403Minneapolis, MN 55402Phone: 612-405-4488Contact: Eileen LundbergEmail: [email protected]: www.backbookonline.comCompany Description: backbook is digitizing and revolutionizing the back-of-house ordering and inventory processes using tablets and smartphones, much like the POS did to the front of house.

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Foremost Business Systems4834 Park Glen RdMinneapolis, MN 55416Phone: 952-920-8449Contact: Lori AlwinEmail: [email protected]: www.foremostpos.comCompany Description: Foremost Business Systems provides solutions for restaurants to increase bottom line revenues 5%-7% by minimizing losses, reducing costs and maximizing profits. Our family of products includes Aloha Point of Sale, Tableside Ordering, Gift Card and Customer Loyalty, On Line Ordering, Video Surveillance; the industries only PCI validated integrated mobile POS device, EMV & P2P capable, and Credit Card Payment Solutions. We provide unified end-to-end solutions and support, delivered with dedication and integrity.

REAL ESTATE BROKER

Restaurant Brokers of Minnesota6010 Highway 7 St. Louis Park, MN 55416Phone: 952-929-9273Contact: Daljit, DJEmail: [email protected]: www.restaurantsforsale.comCompany Description: DJ Sikka has been representing clients in the buying and selling of restaurants since 1981. He and his highly qualified staff of experts specialize in restaurant sales, leasing tenant representation, site acquisition, business appraisal and franchise sales. If you are looking to buy or sell a restaurant in Minnesota, or need expert financial advise on restaurants, talk to D.J. first!

SUPPLIES - CUTLERY AND SHARPENING

Mobile Pro Chef826 Como Ave. St Paul, MN 55103Phone: 651-491-6667Contact: Jeff GuertinEmail: [email protected]: www.mobileprochef.comCompany Description: Pro Chef Sharpeners offer On-Site Sharpening, Sales & Knife rental programs. Our expertise an approach to sharpening is practical: Age the tool to manufactures standards while restoring your edge.Our economical Knife rental programs our tailored for the kitchen who needs sharp edges without the time consuming hassles of routine sharpening & replacement of kitchens knives. Free estimates for metro kitchens.

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TABLEWARE AND SUPPLIES

The YES Group1201 Mendota Heights Rd Mendota Heights, MN 55120Phone: 651-452-9889Contact: Justin ThompsonEmail: [email protected]: www.TheYesGroup.comCompany Description: Factory Representatives of your favorite brands of equipment, supplies and furniture. Offices in Mendota Heights and Brookville, WI with fully functional test kitchens, small wares show floor, and furniture design departments. We work with all major dealers/distributors in the upper Midwest to ensure our manufacturer's products meet your needs and contribute to your success.

US Foods9605 54th Ave. NorthPlymouth, MN 55442Phone: 800-634-7767Contact: Hal LangevinEmail: [email protected]: www.usfoods.comCompany Description: Opening a new restaurant, remodeling an existing facility, or just need a few essentials? US Foods Culinary Equipment & Supplies will keep your kitchen running smoothly. Discover more at www.usfoods.com.

Upper Lakes Foods Inc801 Industry AveCloquet, MN 55720-1682Phone: 800-879-1265Email: [email protected]: www.upperlakesfoods.comCompany Description: Upper Lakes Foods has helped businesses thrive in the foodservice industry for over 50 years. We are an independent, family-owned company and we work with you to ensure you have access to fresh, quality products. We have a dedicated team of experts in menu and product development, marketing, social media, graphic arts, and more; all committed to generating innovative ideas to drive your business forward.

TRAINING

Food Safety GuyPO Box 28428Oakdale, MN 55128Phone: 507-990-5129Contact: Lars Johnson, CP-FSEmail: [email protected]: www.foodsafetyguy.comCompany Description: FoodSafetyGuy offers an array of behavior-changing services to help managers and owners guarantee safe food and beverage for customers. Our Quality Assurance Department helps you organize and systematize, so the operation takes care of itself.ServSafe Certification- (private classes on request); Food HandlerIn-service workshopsPrivate health inspectionsInternal Food Safety Audit programRegistered Sanitarian and Registered Dietician on contract. Approved proctor and trainer,Member of: MEHA, NEHA, MSNA, Cool School Rewards, TouchPoint Resource Pool, Minnesota Restaurant Association, and CareOptions NetworkChamber of Commerce: Duluth, ESABA, Rochester, Rushford-Peterson

MarketFresh Laboratory1621 East Hennepin Ave, Suite B10Minneapolis, MN 55414Phone: 612-331-4050Contact: Email: [email protected]: www.marketfreshlabs.comCompany Description: MarketFresh Food Testing Laboratory provides full-service microbiological services to the food industry including routine microbiological testing of food and environmental samples which can be customized to fit your testing needs – weekly, monthly or as-needed” basis. Services include consultation for food safety and quality programs, shelf-life testing, challenge studies and allergen testing. We also offer educational courses, including Certified Food Manager, customized renewal CFM, Food Handler and customized training on-site or in our training center.

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Mise En Place Consulting3639 Van Buren St. NE Minneapolis, MN 55418Phone: 612-382-7316Contact: Pat WeberEmail: [email protected]: www.miseenplaceconsulting.comCompany Description: Mise en Place Consulting is a full-service consulting company offering expert concept development, menu and recipe development, operational systems and support, staff training and kitchen layout and design services for new or existing foodservice operations.

US Foods9605 54th Ave. North Plymouth, MN 55442Phone: 800-634-7767Contact: Hal LangevinEmail: [email protected]: www.usfoods.comCompany Description: Getting the most out your employees can propel your business toward greater profitability. Having a well-trained and happy workforce is key. From scheduling software that saves you time and money, to mobile technology that trains your staff and improves your guest experience, let us equip you with a solution that makes it all easier than you imagined. Discover more at www.usfoods.com.

CenterPoint Energy700 Linden Avenue WestMinneapolis, MN 55403Phone: 612-321-5470Contact: Ann LovcikEmail: [email protected]: www.CenterPointEnergy.com/FoodserviceCompany Description: CenterPoint Energy is the largest natural gas distribution company in MN. We offer free, hands-on natural gas foodservice equipment training at our Foodservice Learning Center or your facility to use as a resource to learn how to increase the energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness of your foodservice operation. Our 20 Foodservice Equipment Rebates from $15 - $2,000 per unit help make high-efficiency natural gas foodservice equipment more affordable. CenterPoint Energy rebates are available to its customers with natural gas in CenterPoint Energy service territory. Call or email us for information on natural gas equipment training and rebates. Customer Space: Test Kitchen

HOSPITALITY EDUCATION PROGRAMSCULINARY, FOODSERVICE MANAGEMENT

Hennepin Technical College Brooklyn Center

Hibbing Community College Hibbing

Hospitality MN Education Foundation–ProStart Minnesota

–Hospitality & Tourism Management ProgramMinnesota State Community and Technical College

MoorheadNormandale Community College

Bloomington

St. Cloud Technical College St. Cloud

St. Paul College St. Paul

South Central College North Mankato

Southwest MN State University Marshall

University of Wisconsin-Stout Menomonie

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UNIFORMS AND LINENS

The YES Group1201 Mendota Heights Rd Mendota Heights, MN 55120Phone: 651-452-9889Contact: Justin ThompsonEmail: [email protected]: www.TheYesGroup.comCompany Description: Factory Representatives of your favorite brands of equipment, supplies and furniture. Offices in Mendota Heights and Brookville, WI with fully functional test kitchens, small wares show floor, and furniture design departments. We work with all major dealers/distributors in the upper Midwest to ensure our manufacturer's products meet your needs and contribute to your success.

UTILITY COMPANY

CenterPoint Energy700 Linden Avenue WestMinneapolis, MN 55403Phone: 612-321-5470Contact: Ann LovcikEmail: [email protected]: www.CenterPointEnergy.com/FoodserviceCompany Description: CenterPoint Energy is the largest natural gas distribution company in MN. We offer free, hands-on natural gas foodservice equipment training at our Foodservice Learning Center or your facility to use as a resource to learn how to increase the energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness of your foodservice operation. Our 20 Foodservice Equipment Rebates from $15 - $2,000 per unit help make high-efficiency natural gas foodservice equipment more affordable. CenterPoint Energy rebates are available to its customers with natural gas in CenterPoint Energy service territory. Call or email us for information on natural gas equipment training and rebates. Customer Space: Test Kitchen

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Xcel Energy401 Nicollet MallMinneapolis, MN 55401Phone: 612-330-5709Contact: Kim LidbeckEmail: [email protected]: www.xcelenergy.com/FoodserviceCompany Description: Xcel Energy offers money-saving rebates to help offset the cost of commercial high-efficiency foodservice equipment. Contact our one of our energy efficiency specialists at 1-855-839-8862 or go to www.xcelenergy.com/foodservice for more information.

WATER FILTRATION & PURIFICATION

WaterTek1960 Seneca RoadEagan, MN 55122Phone: 952-894-4430Contact: Chris WorshamEmail: [email protected]: www.watertekgroup.comCompany Description: Protect your valuable foodservice equipment with a professional water filtration solution from WaterTek. Whether you need to protect a single combi oven, or an entire foodservice operation, we’ll conduct a comprehensive water analysis and recommend an effective, integrated solution with leading filtration technology. In addition to top filtration brands, we are your official local distributor for OptiPure filtration systems—a price-to-performance leader ideally suited to the competitive foodservice environment.

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2nd Shade Patio Furniturewww.2ndshade.comenOutdoor Furnishings

75Fwww.75f.ioBuilding Automation

A+ Cleaning Contractors, Inc.www.goapluscc.comCleaning Equipment, Service & Supplies

Accent Lighting and Specialtieswww.accentlsi.comLamps & Lighting

Acuity, A Mutual Insurance Companywww.acuity.comInsurance - Property/Casualty

Advance Saleswww.advance-sales.netFood Packaging

Aflac-Megan Dimondwww.aflac.comInsurance - Health, Life & Dental

All Elements Inc.www.allelementsinc.netRoofing Services

Allen Consultingwww.allenconsulting.comPublic Relations

Allied Blacktop Companywww.alliedblacktopmn.comPavement Maintenance and Construction

Amazon Restaurantswww.amazon.comrestaurantsDelivery Services

American Agencywww.americanagencymn.comInsurance - Property/Casualty

American Fish & Seafood, Inc.www.americanfish.netFoodservice Distributors

AmeriPride Linen & Apparel Serviceswww.ameripride.comLinens

Anointed Blessing Cleaning & Kitchen Cleaning Specialistwww.abkcleaning.comCleaning Equipment, Service & Supplies

Backbookwww.backbookonline.comComputer Software

Berry Coffee Companywww.berrycoffee.comCoffee & Tea Equipment & Service

Berthel Fisher Financial Services, Inc.www.markpurcel.comFinancing/Financial Services

BestMark, Inc.www.bestmark.comMystery Shopping

BirthdayPak of Minnesotawww.birthdaypak.comAdvertising & Marketing

Bix Produce Companywww.bixproduce.comProduce

Boelter Landmark Restaurant Equipment & Designwww.landmarkmn.comFoodservice Equipment & Supplies

Boelter Premier Restaurant Equipmentwww.premiereq.comFoodservice Equipment & Supplies

Boyum & Barenscheer, PLLPwww.boybarcpa.comAccounting Firms

Breakthru Beverage Minnesotawww.breakthrubev.comBeverages - Nonalcoholic

Bridgeman's, Inc.www.bridgemans.comIce Cream & Equipment

Broadview Builders, Inc.www.broadviewbuilders.comBuilders & Contractors

Brothers Fire & Securitywww.brothersfire.comFire Alarms & Fire Prevention Equipment

Brown & Brown Insurancewww.bbmpls.comInsurance - Workers' Compensation

Business Brokerage - Core Commercial Real Estatewww.corecommercial.bizReal Estate Services

Carisch, Inc.www.carischinc.com Franchising

Cater Rentwww.caterrent.comRestaurant Equipment - Used

Caulfield and Associateswww.caulfieldandassociates.comFood Brokers

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CBIZ, Inc.www.cbiz.comAccounting Firms

CBREwww.cbre.competer.duganReal Estate Services

Ceiling Pro Internationalwww.ceilingprointernational.comBuilders & Contractors

Center for Energy and Environmentwww.mncee.orgEnergy Management

CenterPoint Energywww.centerpointenergy.comfoodserviceEnergy Management

Christensen Groupwww.christensengroup.comInsurance - Property/Casualty

Christianson & Company Commercial Real Estate Serviceswww.candcre.comReal Estate Services

Chuck Woodson Insurance Agency (Farmers)www.agents.farmers.commn/saint-louis-park/charles-woodsonInsurance - Property/Casualty

Coca-Colawww.cocacola.comBeverages - Nonalcoholic

Coit Cleaning & Restoration Serviceswww.coit.comCleaning Equipment, Service & Supplies

Dart Container Corporationwww.dartcontainer.comFood Packaging

Dering Pierson Group, LLCwww.deringpierson.comBuilders & Contractors

Detailed Serviceswww.detailedservices.netCleaning Equipment, Service & Supplies

Donna Law Firm, PCwww.donnalaw.comAttorneys & Legal Services

Down in the Valley Bakehousewww.downinthevalley.coopBakery Goods

DPM Point-Of-Salewww.dpmpos.comPoint of Sale Systems

DS&B CPAs & Business Advisorswww.dsb-cpa.comAccounting Firms

Ecolabwww.ecolab.comCleaning Equipment, Service & Supplies

Enviromatic Corporation of America, Incwww.enviromatic.comExhaust Cleaning

Evolve Systemswww.evolve-systems.comWebsite Design

Farmers Insurance Steve Stotmeisterwww.farmers.comInsurance - Property/Casualty

Farmers Insurance-Steve Hauer Agencywww.agents.farmers.commn/minnetonka/steven-hauerInsurance - Property/Casualty

Felhaber Larsonwww.felhaber.comAttorneys & Legal Services

Flagro USA, Incwww.flagrousa.comHeating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Food News Mediawww.fsrmagazine.comPublications

Food Services of Americawww.fsafood.comFoodservice Distributors

FoodSafetyGuywww.foodsafetyguy.comFood Safety

FoodSense, LLPwww.getfoodsense.comConsulting - Restaurants

Foremost Business Systems, Incwww.foremostpos.comPoint of Sale Systems

Front Burner Accounting Serviceswww.frontburneraccounting.comAccounting Firms

G & B Environmental, Incwww.gbenvironmental.comAir Cleaning & Filtration

G & J Awning & Canvas, Inc.www.gjawning.comAwnings

General Parts, LLCwww.generalparts.comFoodservice Equipment & Supplies

Graviewww.gravie.comInsurance - Health, Life & Dental

Greg Ganyo Insurance Agency www.ganyoagency.comInsurance - Property/Casualty

Guardian Pest Solutionswww.guardian-online.comPest Control

Heartland Payment Systemswww.heartlandpaymentsystems.comCredit Card Services

Heartman Insurancewww.heartman.comInsurance - Property/Casualty

Hellmuth & Johnson, PLLCwww.hjlawfirm.comAttorneys & Legal Services

Henry's Foods Inc.www.henrysfoods.comFoodservice Distributors

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Hockenbergs Restaurant Design & Supplywww.hockenbergs.comFoodservice Equipment & Supplies

Hollander Companywww.hollandercompany.comFoodservice Equipment & Supplies

Horizon Equipmentwww.horizonequipment.comFoodservice Equipment & Supplies

Hospitality Resource Managementwww.hospitalityresourcemanagement.comConsulting - Restaurants

Hospitality Rocks!www.hospitalityrocks.comTraining

Hospitality Services Corporation (HSC Business Brokers)www.hospitalityservicescorp.comBrokers

Innovative Office Solutions, LLCwww.innovativeos.comOffice Supplies

Instantwhip Minneapolis, Inc.www.instantwhip.comFoodservice Distributors

Intermix Beverage/Espresso Services Inc.www.espresso-services.comCoffee & Tea Equipment & Service

iServ Restaurant Productswww.iserv.usFoodservice Equipment & Supplies

Jackson Lewis P.C.www.jacksonlewis.comAttorneys & Legal Services

Joan Iacona Consulting, Incwww.joaniaconaconsulting.comEmployment Recruiting & Screening

John G. Bagley & Associates Inc.www.contractresource.netFurniture, Fixtures & Equipment

Johnson Culinary Consultingwww.johnsonculinary.comConsulting - Restaurants

Jones Dairy Farmwww.jonesdairyfarm.comMeat products

Kalcon Commercial Constructionwww.kalconllc.comConstruction

Karlsburger Foods, Incwww.karlsburger.comFood Manufacturers

KayRy Careers Inc. DBA Gecko Hospitalitywww.geckohospitality.comEmployment Recruiting & Screening

KLB Insurance Serviceswww.klbins.comInsurance - Property/Casualty

La Loma Tamaleswww.lalomatamales.comFood Manufacturers

Legend Companieswww.legendcompanies.comHeating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Litin Paper Co.www.litin.comFood Packaging

Lockton Companieswww.lockton.comInsurance - Workers' Compensation

Lurie, LLPwww.luriellp.comAccounting Firms

Maguire Agencywww.maguireagency.comInsurance - Property/Casualty

Martin Bros Distributing Cowww.martinsnet.comFoodservice Distributors

McDonough's Sewer & Drain Cleaningwww.unclogdrains.comPlumbing

Midwest Greasewww.midwestgrease.comGrease Treatment

Midwest Mailing Systemswww.mwmlg.comMailing Services

Minnesota Beef Councilwww.mnbeef.orgEducational Materials

Minnesota Logos, Incwww.minnesota.interstatelogos.comSignage

Minnesota Pork Boardwww.mnpork.comEducational Materials

Minnesota State Fairwww.mnstatefair.orgMusic & Entertainment

Monroe Moxness Berg, PAwww.mmblawfirm.comAttorneys & Legal Services

MPS Culinary and Nutrition Serviceswww.nutritionservices.mpls.k12.mn.usSchools

Mr. Rooter Plumbingwww.mrrooter.comminneapolisPlumbing

National Checking Companywww.nationalchecking.comOffice Supplies

Networks Cinema and Soundwww.ncands.comAudio/Visual Equipment

Nor-Son Construction - Baxterwww.nor-son.comConstruction

North Country Business Productswww.ncbpinc.comPoint of Sale Systems

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Northland Fire Companies/Fire Protection Equipment Cowww.northlandfire.comFire Alarms & Fire Prevention Equipment

Open Tablewww.opentable.comReservation Systems & Services

Our Town Americawww.ourtownamerica.comAdvertising & Marketing

Pamela Wojcik Realty Group www.pamelawojcik.comReal Estate Services

Patrice & Associates - Monse, Incwww.patricejobs.com/cmonserrateEmployment Recruiting & Screening

Paulet Slater Agencywww.nesbitagencies.comInsurance - Property/Casualty

Payment Alliance Internationalwww.GoPAI.comATMs

PCS-Human Capital Managementwww.pcspay.comPayroll Systems

Pepsi Bottling Groupwww.pepsico.comBeverages - Nonalcoholic

Performance Foodservicewww.performancefoodservice.comFoodservice Distributors

PlanForce Groupwww.planforcegroup.comArchitectural Services

Procter & Gamble Distributing, LLCwww.pg.comCleaning Equipment, Service & Supplies

Quality One Automationwww.qualityoneautomation.comAudio/Visual Equipment

Quality Refrigerationwww.qualityrefrig.comRefrigeration Equipment & Supplies

Rancher's Legacy Meat Cowww.rancherslegacy.comFood Manufacturers

Randy's Booth Companywww.randysbooth.comFurniture, Fixtures & Equipment

Reinhart Foodservice, Incwww.reinhartfoodservice.comFoodservice Distributors

Restaurant Agent Z/Jobs MNwww.restaurantjobsmn.comAdvertising & Marketing

Restaurant Brokers of MN, Incwww.restaurantsforsale.comReal Estate Services

Restaurant Business Appraisalswww.restaurantsforsale.comAppraisal Services

Retail Data Systems of MNwww.retaildatasystems.comPoint of Sale Systems

Retech Payment Systemswww.retechpaymentsystems.comPoint of Sale Systems

Sanimaxwww.sanimax.comGrease Treatment

Sauro & Bergstrom, PLLCwww.saurolaw.comAttorneys & Legal Services

Schechter, Dokken, Kanterwww.sdkcpa.comAccounting Firms

Seating Consultants, IncFurniture, Fixtures & Equipment

Seaton Peters & Revnewwww.seatonlaw.comAttorneys & Legal Services

Selfecowww.selfeco.comFood Packaging

Shamrock Groupwww.shamrockgroup.netFoodservice Equipment & Supplies

Shingobee Builders, Incwww.shingobee.comBuilders & Contractors

Smart Care Equipment Solutionswww.smartcaresolutions.comEquipment Repair

Smith, Schafer and Associates, Ltdwww.smithschafer.comAccounting Firms

Society Insurancewww.societyinsurance.comInsurance - Property/Casualty

Southern Wine & Spirits Minnesotawww.southernwine.comBeverages - Alcoholic

Stephen Cohen Esq.www.stephencohenlaw.comAttorneys & Legal Services

Stinson Leonard Street LLPwww.stinson.comAttorneys & Legal Services

StratExwww.stratex.comHuman Resources

Summit Brewing Companywww.summitbrewing.comBeverages - Alcoholic

Summit Commercial Facilities Groupwww.summitcanfixit.comBuilders & Contractors

Summit Companieswww.summitfire.comFire Alarms & Fire Prevention Equipment

Swanson Meats, Incwww.swansonmeats.comBeef

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SYSCO Minnesotawww.syscomn.comFoodservice Distributors

Talage Insurancemra.talageins.comInsurance - Workers' Compensation

Thompson Insurance Group, LLCwww.aibme.com/locations/mn/austin/thompson-insuranceInsurance - Property/Casualty

Tom Kopacek & Associates IncUpholstery

Torke Coffee Roasting Companywww.torkecoffee.comBeverages - Coffee & Tea

TriMark Strategic Equipment & Supply Corporationwww.strategicequipment.comFoodservice Equipment & Supplies

Twin City Groupwww.twincitygroup.comInsurance - Property/Casualty

UHL Companywww.uhlcompany.comSecurity & Safety

United Country Heartland Real Estatewww.unitedcountry.comReal Estate Services

Unparalleled Parkingwww.yourvaletguys.comTransportation

Up Coffee Roasterswww.upcoffeeroasters.comBeverages - Coffee & Tea

Upland Real Estate Group, Inc.www.upland.comReal Estate Services

Upper Lakes Foods, Incwww.upperlakesfoodsinc.comFoodservice Distributors

Uram Insurance Agency-Farmerswww.farmersinsurance.comInsurance - Property/Casualty

US Foodswww.usfoods.comFoodservice Distributors

Vader & Landgraf, Incwww.vaderandlandgraf.comFoodservice Equipment & Supplies

We Sell Restaurantswww.wesellrestaurants.comReal Estate Services

Welsh & Colliers Internationalwww.welshco.comReal Estate Services

Winthrop & Weinstine, PAwww.winthrop.comAttorneys & Legal Services

Yes Groupwww.theyesgroup.comFoodservice Equipment & Supplies

Zeman Construction Companywww.zemanconstruction.comBuilders & Contractors

1959 Sloan Place, Suite 120, Saint Paul, MN 55117(651) 778-2400www.mnrestaurant.org

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Backbook 23

BIX Produce Company 20

Caribou Coffee / Berry Coffee 10

Catallia Mexican Foods, LLC 18

CaterRent 16

CenterPoint Energy 26, 27

Diversified Construction 12

Dragsmith Farms 18

Enviromatic Corporation 21

Food Safety Guy 11, 25

Foodsense 11

Foremost Business Systems 24

General Parts 22

Horizon Equipment 14, 22

Hospitality Minnesota Education Foundation 22

Indianhead Foodservice Dist. 16

KLB Insurance Services 20

MarketFresh Laboratory 20, 25

Minnesota Licensed Beverage Assoc 23

Minnesota Restaurant Association 23

Mise En Place 11, 26

Mobile Pro Chef 24

Monroe Moxness Berg, PA 21

MorningStar Coffee 10

Mrs Gerry’s Kitchen Inc 18

Pan O Gold Baking Company 18

Pastorelli Foods, Inc. 19

Peace Coffee / Roastery 10

Performance Food Group 17

Pure Tap 21

Rancher’s Legacy Meat Co. 19

Reinhart Foodservice 3, 11, 12, 17, 20

Restaurant Brokers of Minnesota 24

Smart Associates LTD 12

Sturdiwheat 19

Sunburst Chemicals 10

Swanson Meats 19

Sysco-Minnesota 17

The YES Group 16, 25, 27

TriMark - Minnesota 12, 13, 14, 15, 16,

unclogdrains.com - McDonogh’s 23

Upper Lakes Foods Inc 14, 17, 25

US Foods 11, 14, 17, 20, 22, 25, 26

Vader and Landgraf, Inc 16

WaterTek 28

Women Who Really Cook 23

Xcel Energy 28

Advertisments Catallia Mexican Foods, Llc 24

CenterPoint Energy 4, 5

General Parts 27

Horizon Equipment 15

Pan O Gold Baking Company 9

Pastorelli Foods, Inc. 13

Rancher’s Legacy Meat Co. 28

Reinhart Foodservice 35

TriMark - Minnesota 19

unclogdrains.com - McDonogh’s 18

Upper Lakes Foods Inc 36

US Foods 2

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