In busy commercial kitchens, equipment needs to do more than cook, it needs to simplify workflow, deliver consistent results, and maximize space. That's exactly where Cadco's Bakerlux countertop convection ovens and stations shine. Designed for precision and performance, Cadco's Bakerlux offers multiple control panel styles and configurations, giving operators the flexibility to choose the right level of programmability and automation for their kitchen.
The Smart Countertop Convection Oven Every Kitchen Needs
Published November 21, 2025 in Featured
How to Clean Your Commercial Refrigerator: Pro Maintenance Tips
Published November 14, 2025 in Featured
There's no better time to give your refrigeration units a good cleaning than on National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day! Whether you're running a fast-paced commercial kitchen, or just trying to stay ahead on regular maintenance, keeping your refrigerators clean and efficient is essential, not just for food safety, but for performance and longevity of the unit.
Here are some tips from Continental Refrigerator, a leader in commercial refrigeration, to help you clean smarter and keep your units running like new.
Why Electric Foodservice Equipment is the Future of Commercial Kitchens
Published November 07, 2025 in Featured
As the foodservice industry continues to evolve, operators are looking for smarter, more sustainable solutions that help future-proof their kitchens. With gas bans expanding in new construction and sustainability becoming a top priority, electric equipment has quickly emerged as the standard for modern kitchens.
Serving commercial kitchens since 1996, Spring USA, together with Equipex, offers one of the industry's largest portfolios of countertop cooking and finishing equipment. With more than 70 possible configurations of panini grills, a variety of ovens and grills, and a wide selection of low powered 120V countertop equipment, they deliver solutions that meet nearly any space, budget, or requirement.
They're leading this transformation with a full lineup of high-performance electric equipment, from induction units and cooktops to convection ovens and finishing ovens, all designed to deliver reliability, energy efficiency, and compliance without compromise.
Our Customers Bringing Flavor To Long Island Restaurant Week
Published November 04, 2025 in Featured
From the North Shore to the Hamptons, Long Island Restaurant Week is back, bringing together the region's top dining destinations for a week of flavor, creativity, and community. As proud partners to many of Long Island's standout restaurants, Sam Tell is excited to spotlight a few of our customers who are serving up unforgettable meals and deals this week.
Whether you're craving fresh seafood, modern Mediterranean, or farm-to-table, these restaurants are proof that Long Island's culinary scene continues to shine.
How to Build a One-of-a-Kind Tabletop That Looks as Good as It Performs
Published November 03, 2025 in Featured
When it comes to bringing personality and purpose to the tabletop, Libbey's Heart & Soul collection stands out as a true expression of craftsmanship and character. As part of the Libbey Select Partner program, Heart & Soul showcases Libbey’s collaboration with top European artisans known for their craftsmanship, quality, and timeless design.
Designed to inspire creativity in every dining experience, each piece is handmade with purpose, combining artisan design with the durability and reliability that today's foodservice professionals depend on.
Smartest Way to Weigh: Meet Edlund's Game-Changing Kitchen Scales
Published October 27, 2025 in Featured
When it comes to precision and performance in commercial kitchens, Edlund has always been a trusted name. Now, they're taking accuracy and innovation to the next level with the release of the EDPZ-20 Edvantage and BBPZ-20 Bravo, wireless digital kitchen scales that are revolutionizing the way foodservice professionals measure, prep, and portion.
A Look Back at the 2025 Sam Tell Sales Summit
Published October 22, 2025 in Featured
Last week, the Sam Tell team gathered for our 2025 Sales Summit, one of our favorite annual traditions that brings together employees and vendor partners for a day of learning, collaboration, and connection.
This event provides a valuable opportunity for our entire company, from sales and marketing to design, project management, customer service, and beyond, to explore the latest in equipment and supply innovations, learn directly from our manufacturer partners, and strengthen the relationships that help us continue to serve our customers with excellence.
How to Choose the Best Display Case for Your Grab-n-Go Service
Published October 17, 2025 in Featured
Finding the right display case isn’t just about looks, it’s about keeping food fresh, optimizing service flow, and supporting your business’s bottom line. Whether you’re merchandising hot meals, baked goods, or grab-and-go items, the right case can make all the difference in presentation and performance.
Let' breakdown what to consider when selecting your ideal display case, plus some Hatco solutions designed to meet every need.
5-Year Study Reveals Structural Concepts Offers the Lowest-Cost Display Cases
Published October 10, 2025 in Featured
When investing in refrigerated or heated display cases, true value goes beyond the initial price tag. For foodservice operators, long-term performance, energy efficiency, and reliability drive overall profitability.
A recent independent study by Intertek Laboratories, a 130-year-old global leader in assurance, testing, and certification, set out to quantify that value by measuring the total cost of ownership across leading display case manufacturers.
The results were clear: Structural Concepts delivered the lowest total cost of ownership across all tested categories.
The First All-In-One Cookware and Buffetware
Published October 06, 2025 in Featured
In the world of buffet and catering, efficiency and presentation are more important than ever. Spring USA's innovative new two-in-one cookware and serve ware seamlessly combines functionality with style. These pieces function beautifully allowing you to cook in and then serve in as traditional buffet chafers and high-end display ware, streamlining operations.
By integrating form and function, these collections reduce food waste, maximize serving space, simplify replenishment, and significantly cut down on storage requirements. Whether you're outfitting a restaurant, hotel/resort, casino, stadium/arena, catering event, or any other buffet environment, Spring USA solutions are built to perform.
