October 2002

Cover Story: 2002 Tabletop Performance Award Winners

Feature: FE&S' 2nd Annual Best in Class Report
Here, we proudly present our 2002 Best in Class Award winners as determined by FE&S-subscribing dealers and consultants.

Editor's Perspective: 'Steeling' For Price Rises

Consultant's Viewpoint: Challenges Of Building A Casino Foodservice Operation

Parting Shot: Are Channel Partnerships Dead?

Operator's Opinion: Equipment Trends In School Foodservice

Chain Profile: Au Bon Pain
Bright colors and an array of display equipment that draws attention to an expanded menu characterize this chain's new 'urban marketplace' design.

Publisher's Letter: FE&S, eBay & Dealer Distribution

Facility Design Project of the Month:

• One CPS
  The stately, elegant Edwardian Room restaurant in New York City's Plaza Hotel has been transformed into a contemporary bistro and bar, complete with two newly designed and equipped kitchens.
• Web Exclusive Supplement

DSR of the Month: Wayne Vinsant, Best Restaurant Equipment & Design Co., Columbus, Ohio

E&S Spotlight: Furnishings Set The Stage For Enjoyable Dining
In creating first impressions, restaurant and foodservice furnishings must play dual roles. While customers want an attractive look, operators also seek durability and easy maintenance. Fortunately, mixing and matching different kinds of furnishings can yield a signature look and guarantee easy updates.

Web Exclusive: Cruise Ship Kitchens Cast Off
With larger ships, more passengers, increasingly diverse menus and far-flung satellite outlets, major cruise lines are getting more E&S savvy than ever before.

Web Exclusive: IH/M&RS '02 To Provide 'Global Marketplace'