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Although I’m aware of different yeast types and sources (one recent poster here is using a European yeast), I’ve never experimented with several different types or sources, but instead decided not to “reinvent the wheel”. My question is if different yeasts vary the taste of a baked dough? Or is...

Stanislaus Trivia: Back in 2010 I did some research as the search for ingredients was in full swing. When a tasting of several Stanislaus products impressed (the tastings even included some San Marzanos), I checked them out. First, the name comes from the California county where much of their...

You may find it difficult to afford a Manager at inception of the new store. And frankly, it might be less than prudent to make that kind of financial commitment. There just may not be enough dollars to pay two management types. How about enlisting him as a paid consultant? Tell him exactly how...

If your prices have gone up for ingredients, they have gone up for all your pies, not just this one size. So, do you have the courage to reduce the size for every customer option … probably not. As a consumer, I am aware of producers reducing content sizes (potato chips, dishwashing liquid...

Dale, that was a perfect posting in every respect. If our employees don’t understand what the goal or mission is, they will just muddle through, put in their hours and probably reckon that they are at least a satisfactory member of the staff. It’s our job to make sure that everyone understands...

You just made the Unemployment Monthly Newsletter “Citizen Response Of The Month”. They are all chuckling, because they know how ridiculous governmental red tape can be. Their next follow-up question will probably be “is the employee eligible for rehire?”.

Re: What’s with… I just read an article about this concept this morning. The article said that they worked with oven manufacturers to develop a deck without cold spots by “automatically moving the pie” around the surface… and baking at 1,000°. They said the bake time was about 2 minutes. Of...

You need a mentor for this project consideration. Kameron may be the answer, if he is willing to give of his time. And he sounds like someone who could provide valuable guidance. Alternatively, maybe you know a restaurant owner/operator in a nearby township, with a liquor or beer license, who...

Losses extend to “punitive” in this case…at least in my mind. Sounds like these guys need to learn a lesson. If you are really angry, maybe consider employing an attorney, especially if your brother-in-law is an attorney. The legal costs could easily outweigh the monetary rewards here, but a...

Re: New Pizza Place In Saginaw, MI. Business Trends, Adverti First, let me congratulate you on a great looking pie and very nice customer reviews. With a high quality product and customer rave reviews, you will be a favorite soon. If you are experiencing a net profit, after all costs and...

Sounds like you have the quality product that is needed. And you obviously know that help is just a keystroke away in developing additional quality menu offerings. And there is no question in my mind that you are committed…busted your hump for a couple of years already, without a payoff...

30 YEARS!! Congrats Daisy. That’s a lotta pies and a lotta years. You have slung tons and tons of flour, and you’re still looking for ways to deliver value…now that’s a pie-lady who gets it. I wish you many more years of success.

Congrats on 10 years and alot of success. You have certainly carried on the TT tradition of helping those new to the business. Your experience is obvious in your responses to those just getting their feet wet. Best Wishes!

Thanks for the input. We found an old Globe that is in pristine condition (at least on the exterior), and will give it a try. The only drawback may be that it is more difficult to clean than the newest models. Thanks again, guys.

First, I echo Pipers suggestion to lose the reference to the chains in your tagline…outa sight, outa mind. Also, I just went to your website to check you out a little. It looks like I would have to establish an account with you just to LOOK AT THE MENU. That just ain’t right. I even tried...

You have made the toughest decision in deciding to reinvent the store. Now you will want to interject your creative side in bringing about a store, a menu, a business plan and a commitment to that total new image and concept. You didn’t tell us if you are currently a delivery only, delivery and...

We’re considering buying whole pepperoni, sopressota, panchetta,etc. and slicing in-house to reduce cost…and your advice would be helpful. Maybe those of you who now slice your own cured meats could give us a review of the machine that you now use or machines that didn’t work out in the past. We...

Go Big, or Go Home. You say you haven’t been able to take anything out, so either make wholesale changes to the name, the product, the ownership entity, etc. etc., or list it with a business broker, take your lumps and move on. You’re just compromising your mental and fiscal health by laboring...

Bodega makes great points in his reply. In addition, it’s probably important that you remember that old story about the 2 vacant seats in heaven on either side of God that Saint Peter said were reserved for the first partners who manage to “get along”. Partnerships have a way of souring over...

A few thoughts: Can you fill us in a little on your market…residential, business, industrial, major highways, population within a given radius, income levels, other demographic variables? Groupon prejudice. Others may disagree, but I see Groupon as a discounted offering that will be taken by...