Convenience stores are Florida's go-to pitstops, for both gas and refreshments. In fact, each and every day in the United States, one out of every 23 dollars spent is at a c-store.

For more than 165 years, our partners at Blodgett have provided foodservice equipment that helps directors provide nutritious meals for their students. And in Florida, more than 60 percent of schools use Blodgett.

Cook and hold technology provides many benefits for operations ranging from schools to hotel banquet service. Meats come out more tender and juicer satisfying guests. Yields are higher making operators happier. And the cooking process is easier, making staff happy.

Hyper-local sourcing. According to the National Restaurant Association, this is the hottest food concept trend of 2018, and from fine dining restaurants to your local craft cocktail bar, more and more Florida foodservice operations are joining in.