Marketplace Spring 2002

For more information, e-mail your contact information (name, company, postal address and phone and fax numbers) to brussell@restmex.com. Please note the date of issue (Spring 2002) and info numbers.

Chalk Talk menu boards
Durable, hand-drawn menu boards and street signs offer an eye-catching way to display your menu and grab customers' attention. Design, layout and framing, in any size, shape and art style, are done by hand, creating a totally custom look for your restaurant. Info #P200

Tarantula Azul tequila and Margarita mix
A smooth and tasty margarita is now a snap for busy bartenders to prepare and itos economical, too. Tarantula Azul tequila is the only blue tequila available with citrus flavoring, eliminating the need for triple sec. Combine equal parts with Tarantula Margarita Mix or serve on the rocks. Info #P201

Slip-resistant footwear
The world's #1 rated slip-resistant footwear company, Shoes for Crews, offers over 26 trendy and traditional styles of footwear, starting at just $24.98 per pair. $3,000 slip and fall warranty available. Free test samples available on request. Info #P202

Fat Tuesday Margarita mix
Frozen margarita drink mix comes in reclosable cartons that don't have to be refrigerated until opened. One carton yields 16 eight-ounce drinks (that's 33% more than the competition!). Other mixes available include Piña Colada, Hurricane, Mudslide, Banana Banshee and Strawberry Daiquiri. Info #P203

"Zero-Zone" chilled shot machine
Drive impulse sales of tequila and margaritas with Cuervo Gold's Shot Machine. This innovative machine offers quick pours, instant chilling recovery, easy care and cleaning, no drip mechanical shut off, full one-year warranty and customer service. Info #P204

Vacuum steam is the secret!
The AccuTemp Steam'n'Hold is the hottest way to cook tortillas, enchiladas, flan, tamales, burritos, posole, tacos, refried beans, rice, meat and more. Unit cooks food to the temperature you want, then holds it hot for hours, eliminating overcooking. It's the only steamer that meets National Sanitation Foundation requirements for listing as a holding cabinet. Info #P205

Island Sorbets
These unique low-fat fruit sorbets are presented in real fruit shells. Premium grade ice cream is infused with the intense flavors of pure fruit and has the naturally fresh and fruity flavor of the fruit in which it is frozen. Over 20 varieties available, including coconut, pineapple and papaya. Info #P206

Fresh, frozen mango halves
No longer a seasonal ingredient, Triton frozen mango halves are always "in season." They are frozen at the peak of ripeness, ensuring a product that is always available – fresh and ready for used in salsas, salads, smoothies, on seafood, pork or poultry, and as a great topping for ice cream or cheesecake. Info #P207

Grab-and-Go Stickwich
Put fun food in the hands of everyone with State Fair's delicious Chicken Fajita Stickwich. This great grab-and-go meal on a stick features a zesty combination of chicken and garden-fresh peppers. Stickwiches are fully cooked; just heat and enjoy. Great for kids' menus! Info #P208

New Mexican spiced cocoa from Caffe D'Amore
Hot, iced or frozen, this cocoa is ideal for any Mexican and Latin restaurant menu! It recreates the Chocolate Mexicano traditionally made by hand-shaving chocolate disks (metate) made of cacao beans, cinnamon and spice, vanilla bean and almond, then hand-whipping the cocoa until thick and frothy. Add water for a unique drink customers will love.
Info #P209

Fiber Pro signs
Using fiber optic technology at a cost overall less than neon, Fiber Pro's Restaurant Series of signs are "too bright to miss." Unlimited color combinations are possible for signs of all kinds, including bilingual signs. Easy installation and changeable message panels mean they're easy to put up and change to adapt to your growing business. Info #P210

Quality chiles from The Chile Guy
Chiles like Chile Pasilla de Oaxaca, Chilcostle, Onza Roja and Aji Amarilla are some of the chiles available from The Chile Guy, a producer of a variety of whole dried chile peppers and chile products. Processed in one of the only facilities with automatic non-detention status with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Info #P211

Carbon Off
Heavy duty Carbon Off dissolves grease and carbon build-up from metal surfaces, stove parts, deep fryers, pots and pans, and much more. Carbon off works quickly and easily, saving time and labor and is safe to use on aluminum. Available in an aerosol formula, brush-on liquid or in a dip-tank solution. Info #P212

Tabletops that Pop!
Four-color pictures, artwork, logos, advertising slogans, virtually any graphic, can now be incorporated into the table top of any of Image Toppers' tables. Designed for interior and exterior use, the table's surface will not crack or peel and is food-contact safe. Graphic design assistance available.
Info #P213

Flauta-Style Crispadoras
New from Fernando's Foods, Crispadoras are fresh-made flour tortillas stuffed with a choice of five meaty fillings, then hand-rolled for an authentic texture and appearance. Perfect as a snack, appetizer or entree item with heat-and-serve convenience. Choose from Chicken Ranchero, Shredded Beef, Barbecue Chipotle Chicken, Sunrise Ham & Cheese and Chorizo.
Info #P214

SEALEGS Xtremers
Delicious, bite-sized seafood appetizers with a golden, crunchy coating outside and a combination of SEALEGS brand seafood, crab and succulent ingredients on the inside. Try SEALEGS Original Cheese Xtremers or SEALEGS Cheese & Jalapeño Xtremers. Info #P215