--- title: Blog | High Sabatino & Associates | Foodservice Equipment Representative | trends description: trends | Find the latest information on foodservice equipment in Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C. --- ## ![](https://blog.highsabatino.com/hubfs/High_Sabatino_Sep_2015_Theme_Images/HighSab_HP_TopHeader_icons_phone.png) [800.367.4742](tel:800-367-4742) ![](https://blog.highsabatino.com/hubfs/High_Sabatino_Sep_2015_Theme_Images/HighSab_HP_TopHeader_icons_email.png)[**laurie@highsabatino.com**](mailto:laurie@highsabatino.com?) - [![](https://blog.highsabatino.com/hubfs/High_Sabatino_Sep_2015_Theme_Images/facebook.png)](http://www.facebook.com/highsabatino) - [![](https://blog.highsabatino.com/hubfs/High_Sabatino_Sep_2015_Theme_Images/twitter.png)](https://twitter.com/HighSabatino) - [![](https://blog.highsabatino.com/hubfs/High_Sabatino_Sep_2015_Theme_Images/linkedin.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/high-sabatino-associates?report%2Esuccess=KJ_KkFGTDCfMt-A7wV3Fn9Yvgwr02Kd6AZHGx4bQCDiP6-2rfP2oxyVoEQiPrcAQ7Bf) - [![](https://highsabatino.com/wp-content/themes/trinity/images/social/youtube.png)](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLlb39IX8PivyQO-KW0_GNA) [![highsabatino](https://blog.highsabatino.com/hs-fs/hubfs/High_Sabatino_Sep_2015_Theme_Images/high_sabatino_Horizontal_Logo-1024x211.png?width=637&height=131&name=high_sabatino_Horizontal_Logo-1024x211.png "highsabatino")](http://highsabatino.com/) - [About](https://highsabatino.com/company-profile/) - [Affiliates](https://highsabatino.com/affiliates/) - [Facilities](https://highsabatino.com/facilities/) - [Manufacturers](https://highsabatino.com/manufacturers/) - [Events](https://highsabatino.com/events/) - [Rational Live - iCombi Live](https://www.rational-online.com/en_us/experience/rational-live/icombi-live/?countryCode=US&countryName=&zipKey=20794) - [Blog](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog) - [Resources](https://highsabatino.com/resources/) - [Service Request](https://highsabatino.com/service/) - [Digital Price Lists](https://highsabatino.com/resources/#pricelists) - [Contact Us](https://highsabatino.com/contact-us/) # Welcome to High Sabatino's Foodservice Equipment Blog ![bg-header.jpg](https://blog.highsabatino.com/hs-fs/hubfs/High_Sabatino_Sep_2015_Theme_Images/bg-header.jpg?width=2100&name=bg-header.jpg "bg-header.jpg") [![](https://blog.highsabatino.com/hubfs/The%20Current%20State%20of%20the%20Pizza%20Industry.png)](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/state-of-pizza-industry) ## [The Current State of the Pizza Industry](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/state-of-pizza-industry) The pizza industry cooled off after the massive growth experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic, but according to an industry-leading survey, the potential for further expansion is likely. \[…\] [High Sabatino](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/author/high-sabatino) Mar 18, 2024 [trends](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/trends) [0 Comments](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/state-of-pizza-industry#comments-listing) [Read More](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/state-of-pizza-industry) [![](https://blog.highsabatino.com/hubfs/The%20Mid-Atlantics%20Hottest%20Food%20Trends%20for%202024.png)](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/mid-atlantic-food-trends) ## [The Mid-Atlantics Hottest Food Trends for 2024](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/mid-atlantic-food-trends) Here at High Sabatino, we love great food. We're blessed to be part of a [MAFSI region](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/economic-impact-mafsi-region-five) that boasts some of the country's hottest food scenes, from Richmond to Washington, D.C., and up the Maryland coastline. Because we're around so much good food, our mission is to help promote the production of that food, and it all starts with the trends. Here are the five hottest Mid-Atlantic food trends we expect to see in 2024. \[…\] [High Sabatino Associates](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/author/high-sabatino-associates) Dec 21, 2023 [trends](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/trends) [0 Comments](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/mid-atlantic-food-trends#comments-listing) [Read More](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/mid-atlantic-food-trends) [![](https://blog.highsabatino.com/hubfs/The%20Economic%20Impact%20of%20Foodservice%20in%20MAFSI%20Region%205.png)](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/economic-impact-mafsi-region-five) ## [The Economic Impact of Foodservice in MAFSI Region 5](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/economic-impact-mafsi-region-five) The foodservice and restaurant industry stands as a linchpin in the economic landscapes of Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., shaping not only the culinary scene but also contributing significantly to economic vitality and job creation. We also gain a lot of enjoyment from restaurants, of course. \[…\] [High Sabatino Associates](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/author/high-sabatino-associates) Dec 20, 2023 [trends](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/trends), [High Sabatino](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/high-sabatino) [0 Comments](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/economic-impact-mafsi-region-five#comments-listing) [Read More](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/economic-impact-mafsi-region-five) [![](https://blog.highsabatino.com/hubfs/High%20Sabatino-Email-Files/5%20Things%20High%20Sabatino.png)](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/things-you-didnt-know-high-sabatino) ## [5 Things You Didn't Know About High Sabatino](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/things-you-didnt-know-high-sabatino) At High Sabatino, we are thrilled to be on the cusp of celebrating our 65th anniversary this fall. As we prepare to mark this incredible milestone, we want to share some lesser-known aspects of our company. Our journey has been filled with growth, innovation, great customer service, and a deep commitment to culinary excellence, and we plan to continue those company traditions well into the future. \[…\] [High Sabatino Associates](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/author/high-sabatino-associates) Dec 19, 2023 [trends](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/trends), [High Sabatino](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/high-sabatino) [0 Comments](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/things-you-didnt-know-high-sabatino#comments-listing) [Read More](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/things-you-didnt-know-high-sabatino) [![](https://blog.highsabatino.com/hubfs/high%20sabatino%20improve%20your%20brew%20pub%20or%20bar%20menu.png)](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/3-ideas-for-improving-bar-food-menu) ## [3 Ideas for Improving Your Brew Pub or Bar Food Menu](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/3-ideas-for-improving-bar-food-menu) The beer and cocktails are certainly important to the success of a bar or brew pub, but it's not the only way to attract customers. The food is also essential, and recent trends have shown a movement toward higher-end food items in bars. In fact, a new type of restaurant has emerged called a gastropub. \[…\] [High Sabatino](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/author/high-sabatino) Oct 06, 2022 [trends](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/trends) [0 Comments](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/3-ideas-for-improving-bar-food-menu#comments-listing) [Read More](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/3-ideas-for-improving-bar-food-menu) [![](https://blog.highsabatino.com/hubfs/Effective%20Foodservice%20Delivery%20Service.jpg)](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/tips-for-effective-foodservice-delivery-service) ## [Considerations for the New World of Takeout, Delivery, and Ghost Kitchens](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/tips-for-effective-foodservice-delivery-service) More and more diners are looking to takeout and delivery services when it comes to dining preferences. In many cases, patrons come into a restaurant that has racks or shelves beside the cash register to store the pre-ordered meals that customers have phoned in or ordered from a mobile app. People are becoming used to picking up food from their favorite establishments or having it delivered directly to the comfort of their own homes. \[…\] [High Sabatino](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/author/high-sabatino) Aug 29, 2022 [trends](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/trends) [0 Comments](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/tips-for-effective-foodservice-delivery-service#comments-listing) [Read More](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/tips-for-effective-foodservice-delivery-service) [![](https://blog.highsabatino.com/hubfs/high%20sabatino%20right%20foodservice%20display%20case.png)](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/tips-for-selecting-the-right-foodserice-display-case) ## [Tips for Selecting the Right Foodservice Display Case](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/tips-for-selecting-the-right-foodserice-display-case) How you display your food products is essential. Much like the frame on a fine painting, the way you show your items can bring people in and even help increase the perceived value and price point. It can increase the likelihood of impulse purchases. And, ultimately, the right foodservice display case can help turn food into fortune. \[…\] [High Sabatino Associates](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/author/high-sabatino-associates) Aug 16, 2022 [Refrigeration](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/refrigeration), [trends](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/trends), [merchandising](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/merchandising), [Oscartek](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/oscartek) [0 Comments](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/tips-for-selecting-the-right-foodserice-display-case#comments-listing) [Read More](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/tips-for-selecting-the-right-foodserice-display-case) [![](https://blog.highsabatino.com/hubfs/kitchen%20ventilation%20hero%20-%20hsa.png)](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/commercial-kitchen-ventilation) ## [Your Top Commercial Kitchen Ventilation Questions... Answered.](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/commercial-kitchen-ventilation) Ventilation is one of the most critical aspects of any commercial foodservice business. It impacts utility costs. It leads to how much an operation spends on makeup air. There are governmental regulations involved. And ventilation even has an impact on staff safety and satisfaction. \[…\] [Michael Colligon](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/author/michael-colligon) Jun 30, 2022 [trends](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/trends), [ventilation](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/ventilation), [energy-efficient](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/energy-efficient), [Streivor](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/streivor) [0 Comments](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/commercial-kitchen-ventilation#comments-listing) [Read More](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/commercial-kitchen-ventilation) [![](https://blog.highsabatino.com/hubfs/gates%20manufacturing%20hero.png)](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/tray-less-cafeteria-service) ## [Enhance Your Bottom Line with Tray-Less Cafeteria Service](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/tray-less-cafeteria-service) If you're [John Belushi](https://youtu.be/_nGSvkJjc9c) in the movie *Animal House*, you're likely piling plate after plate onto your cafeteria tray, only to throw out half of it away when you drop your tray on the conveyor belt after you're done. The reality is tray service can be quite costly for many reasons, and moving away from it will require more than just ditching the trays. But before we get into how to adapt tray-less cafeteria service, it's first important to understand why it can be beneficial from both financial and logistical standpoints. \[…\] [Michael Colligon](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/author/michael-colligon) Jun 21, 2022 [Colleges & Universities](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/colleges-universities), [Warewashing](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/warewashing), [trends](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/trends), [School](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/school), [Gates Manufacturing](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/topic/gates-manufacturing) [1 Comment](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/tray-less-cafeteria-service#comments-listing) [Read More](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/tray-less-cafeteria-service) [![](https://blog.highsabatino.com/hubfs/high%20sabatino%20foodservice%20labor%20shortage.png)](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/an-honest-analysis-of-the-current-foodservice-labor-crisis) ## [An Honest Analysis of the Current Foodservice Labor Crisis](https://blog.highsabatino.com/blog/an-honest-analysis-of-the-current-foodservice-labor-crisis) We're living in a different landscape than we were 18 months ago, and while everyone is quick to "return to normal," the likelihood things will be as they were just isn't reality. 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