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We find origin stories fascinating. And, while dreaming about the perfect baguette sandwich recently, we decided we had to know how this delicious bread came about. But first a bit about the baguette itself... What is a baguette? Baguettes are thin, long-shaped loaves of bread that have a crisp, sometimes referred to as “shattering”, outer crust. Like most of the tastiest foods, its ingredients are simple: flour (typically T65 because higher protein = more elasticity), water, salt an …

Let's face it -- ordering anything that ships via freight can be super challenging and frustrating. Let Union Jack guide you through the ordering process and handle your shipments with our white glove service. We’ll make sure your order is expertly managed from beginning to end.   Good to Know -- Deliveries and Fees. The drivers have a tough job and are under a lot of time pressures. Most do a great job. But, they are typically in a rush to unload and get to their next stop – an …

Proper care, maintenance and storage of food contact tools is critical for ensuring a sanitary and code-compliant facility. In this blog, we’ll discuss the importance of tool maintenance, the basics on how to properly clean and store items, and how to identify when it is time for replacement. Why Tool Maintenance Matters Tool cleaning and storage protocols are essential to food safety, compliance, functionality, and for maximizing your investment. Following the correct procedures can preve …

Safety, efficiency and comfort are important factors when it comes to cleaning and material handling in industrial settings. Long hours performing specific and repetitive tasks have a physical and mental impact on employees. It’s critical to understand that tool design choice plays an important role in a workforce’s overall health and productivity. Investing in the right quality tools reduces injuries and increases productivity, offering long-term benefits to an organization. Er …

Color-coding is a simple way to have a big impact on your facility’s food safety, sanitation and compliance. Designating certain colors for tools based on different uses, processes or zones is practical and offers a host of benefits. It prevents cross contamination from allergens, pathogens, chemicals, and physical contaminants -- improving quality control and reducing risk of product recall and related issues. It also increases efficiency by helping with tool organization/storage, too …