Saturday, October 13, 2007

Food Costing Class this Wednesday, October 17th from 6-8pm

If you are considering opening a restaurant, or are already in the business and are looking to increase your profits, then this class is for you.
The Food and Menu Costing Class is one of a series of low cost classes that are hosted by the San Francisco Small Business Development Center. The classes are held at the SBA Entrepreneurial Center at 455 Market Street on the 6th floor. The classes are $25.00 per person.
This class emphasizes the importance of knowing what each menu item costs to produce and how to price it according to industry standards for profitability. Students take away hard copies of inventory systems, recipe cards, order sheets and costing booklet. Digital versions are available upon request. This class fills up fast so come early and bring your calculators!

Friday, October 12, 2007

Frisee opens October 16th!

Brothers Brett and Nathan Niebergall launch restaurant Frisee this week.

Pronounced "Fruzay," the word gets it's French origins from curly endive and sets the perfect backdrop for their salad-centric menu.

The Niebergall brothers have over 15 years in the restaurant industry and decided to bring their fast, fresh and gourmet concept to the Castro after moving into the area and finding a lack of fast and healthy options.

Located at 2367 Market Street, the brothers took over the Crave location and have been under construction for the past 6 months. Their space is clean and streamlined but cozy and comfortable.

I have had the opportunity to sample their pre-opening menu selection and I was thoroughly impressed and that doesn't happen very often. I will definately be a regular customer. The pistachio crusted salmon was prepared perfectly and I almost forgot it was a salad! The smoked trout was equally as divine and the noodle dishes are memorable. With each dish I kept saying "This one is my favorite!" Brother Brett is the Executive Chef and is very talented. I have a feeling we are witnessing the beginnings of what he is to become.

Brother Nathan is the GM and runs the FOH, including creating the wine list. He is very knowledgable and I don't want to give away the surprise but I can tell you, you will be impressed with his selection.

The industry dinner is set for tonight and the restaurant will open to the public on Tuesday. Stop by and check them out. They are the new darlings of San Francisco!