Mush Foods, Pat LaFrieda Launch LaFrieda 50CUT Burger
Mush Foods, the culinary innovator behind 50CUT, the mushroom and mushroom root blend for chefs, partnered with Pat LaFrieda, America’s most iconic meat purveyor, to launch the new LaFrieda 50CUT Burger.
Mush Foods, the culinary innovator behind 50CUT, chef-ready mushroom and mushroom root blends for restaurants and foodservice, has partnered with Pat LaFrieda, America’s most iconic meat purveyor, to launch the new LaFrieda 50CUT Burger. The first nationally co-launched burger made with 50CUT is a 6-ounce mouth-watering beef and mushroom patty that can satisfy any burger lover’s craving, while boosting nutrition, increasing yield, and improving environmental impact with every bite. 50CUT is crafted from mushrooms and mushroom roots grown in upstate NY and is available to Pat LaFrieda’s more than 1,600 restaurant and foodservice customers nationwide.
“Pat LaFrieda is an inspirational innovator and a visionary champion of up-and-coming partners that help expand and develop the meat category. We couldn’t have asked for a more experienced and trusted partner to introduce our first 50CUT collaboration to restaurants, contract foodservice operators and chains nationwide,” said Shalom Daniel, CEO and co-founder of Mush Foods. “The LaFrieda brand is synonymous with excellence and boasts a legacy of firsts, continually raising the bar and setting the direction for the entire category. I’m thrilled to have co-crafted this special blend burger now available to LaFrieda customers.”
The LaFrieda 50CUT burger is a 50-50 blend that pairs equal measures of premium ground beef with a mix of premium mushrooms such as oyster, trumpet, shiitake, and lion’s mane, to add a rich umami flavor, improve yield and enhance nutrition in the burger. This is achieved while retaining the juicy, meaty taste and texture of full-beef burgers. The result is a deeply satisfying, protein-rich patty that addresses the environmental concerns of consumers and the restaurant industry today.
“There is an art to a great burger, and the LaFrieda 50CUT is going to amaze burger lovers. It delivers on every expectation for a delicious burger while adding nutritional value and being gentler to the planet,” said Pat LaFrieda, CEO of Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors. “I’m passionate about pushing boundaries and growing the business through innovation. After tasting 50CUT, I was ready to team with Mush Foods to introduce a LaFrieda 50CUT beef burger 20 years after I purchased the first burger machine for the business.“
LaFrieda 50CUT is available now for menus nationwide.
Food industry veteran Shalom Daniel, Dr. Idan Pereman (agriculture) and Dr. Dan Levanon (biology) started Mush Foods, a culinary innovator and creator of 50CUT, a unique line of premium mushroom and mushroom root blends for use in meat dishes. When added to ground meat, 50CUT provides all the beneficial attributes of mushrooms, like umami flavor and positive nutrition, while significantly reducing the environmental impact of the dish.
Based in New York, Mush Foods works with local farmers to grow mushrooms and mushroom roots above ground through a proprietary and sustainable cultivation technique that maximizes access to this nutrient-rich and delicious culinary treasure that usually remains buried underground. Chefs and diners can count on 50CUT’s clean label – no seasonings, no binding agents, no additives, or preservatives.
Pat LaFrieda is a renowned third-generation butcher and CEO of Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors. Famous for dry aged beef and working with small domestic farms from all around the country, LaFrieda supplies over 1,600 of the nation’s finest restaurants with prime beef and other meats, from tomahawk steaks and ribeyes to wagyu beef, burgers, lamb and chicken. He has created over 50 custom hamburger blends and is the mastermind behind the famous “Black Label Burger” at Minetta Tavern, as well as signature custom blends for the likes of Shake Shack, Union Square Café and Blue Smoke. His state-of-the-art 50,000 sq. ft. flagship production facility boasts the largest dry aging room in the world.
In 2012, Food Network debuted “MEATMEN,” the reality show that followed Pat, his father Pat LaFrieda Sr. and his cousin Mark Pastore through their daily work, meeting with the most famous chefs around in the most sought-after restaurants.
LaFrieda has two Pat LaFrieda Original Filet Mignon Steak Sandwich kiosks at Citi Field – the home of the New York Mets, in addition to a full service restaurant, the Pat LaFrieda Chop House. And in 2014, LaFrieda Meats became the official burger of the Mets, in addition to adding a Meatball Slider stand. He also operates a Pat LaFrieda stand at DUMBO’s Time Out Market, and supplies the entire U.S. Open with beef every year in addition to operating his own stands there.
In fall 2014, Atria Books published Pat’s first book, “Meat: Everything You Need to Know.” It’s a veritable meat encyclopedia from which home cooks can learn Pat’s best meat tips, recipes, stories and more.
In October 2021, Ecco published Pat’s second book, Glorious Beef: The LaFrieda Family and the Evolution of the American Meat Industry,a fascinating chronicle of his family’s storied history from humble beginnings to the top echelon of the meat industry.
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Dom’s, Foxtrot Locations Closing April 23
All Dom’s Kitchen & Market and Foxtrot locations are closing, according to a post on the Dom’s website:
Dear Dom’s Kitchen & Market and Foxtrot Customers,
It is with a heavy heart that we must inform you of a difficult decision we have had to make. After much consideration and evaluation, we regret to announce that Foxtrot and Dom’s Kitchen & Market will be closing their doors starting on April 23. The closure affects 2 Dom’s stores and 33 Foxtrots across Chicago, Austin, Dallas, DC areas. We explored many avenues to continue the business but found no viable option despite good faith and exhaustive efforts.
This decision has not been made lightly, and we understand the impact it will have on you, our loyal customers, as well as our dedicated team members. We want to express our sincerest gratitude for your support and patronage throughout the years. It has been our highest honor to elevate the everyday and create a remarkable shopping experience for people who love food as much as we do. It has been a privilege serving you and being a part of your everyday lives.
We understand that this news may come as a shock, and we apologize for any inconvenience it may cause. We genuinely appreciate your understanding during this challenging time.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you for your loyalty and trust in Dom’s and Foxtrot. It has been an honor to serve you, and we will cherish the memories we have created together. We would also like to thank our team members who have committed themselves over the years to providing a unique selection of quality foods and creating an outstanding in-store customer experience. Lastly, we would like to thank our many partners, without whom we would not have been able to build such a strong brand.
You can access FAQ’s below.
Once again, thank you for your support, and we wish you all the best in the future.
Important dates:
April 23, 2024 – Delivery capabilities are no longer available.
April 23, 2024 – Store operations are no longer available.
April 23, 2024 – Store credits are no longer available.
April 23, 2024 – All customer-facing operations are disabled.
When will the Dom’s/Foxtrot stores close?
Operations will end on April 23, 2024.
When will the Dom’s Go/Foxtrot Apps close?
Operations will end on April 23, 2024.
Will consumers be able to use Foxtrot / Dom’s credits?
All Dom’s/Foxtrot account credit and member perks will expire on April 23, 2024
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McDonald’s to Add Krispy Kreme to Menus Nationwide
We know nothing hits the spot quite like a fresh, melt-in-your-mouth doughnut paired with your go-to McCafé order…and McDonald’s and Krispy Kreme have a sweet update for doughnut fans everywhere.
The Golden Arches and Krispy Kreme, one of the most beloved sweet treat brands in the world, are teaming up for a national expansion. Fans will begin spotting Krispy Kreme doughnuts in their local McDonald’s restaurants later this year as part of a phased market rollout across the country. Nationwide availability at participating restaurants is expected by the end of 2026.
Three of Krispy Kreme’s most popular doughnuts will be delivered fresh to McDonald’s restaurants every day. They’ll be available individually, or in boxes of six, starting at breakfast and lasting throughout the day – while supplies last:
- The iconic Original Glazed Doughnut: A melt-in-your-mouth doughnut covered in Krispy Kreme’s signature glaze. The doughnut that started it all.
- The Chocolate Iced with Sprinkles Doughnut: A chocolatey twist on the original, dipped in chocolate icing and covered in rainbow sprinkles.
- The Chocolate Iced Kreme Filled Doughnut: Made with a light, fluffy dough and filled with a smooth Kreme™ filling then dipped in chocolate icing.
This follows a successful test at 160 McDonald’s restaurants in the Lexington and Louisville, Ky., areas where consumer excitement and demand exceeded expectations. These pilot restaurants will continue to serve Krispy Kreme doughnuts during the nationwide rollout.
“Since the launch of breakfast nearly 50 years ago, we’ve continued to offer new menu items, flavors and experiences that have made McDonald’s an irreplaceable part of fans’ morning routines,” said Tariq Hassan, McDonald’s USA’s chief marketing and customer experience officer. “This partnership is an exciting next step in that journey and a chance to unlock new business opportunities in the breakfast category and throughout the day. Our fans’ love for Krispy Kreme runs deep, and we can’t wait to make it even easier for them to satisfy their sweet tooth at McDonald’s restaurants across the country.”
“The top request we receive from consumers, every day, is, ‘please bring Krispy Kreme to my town.’ Partnering with McDonald’s on a national scale will provide our fans and doughnut lovers unprecedented daily access to fresh doughnuts and the joy that is Krispy Kreme,” said Krispy Kreme President and CEO Josh Charlesworth.
Krispy Kreme More Than Doubles Points of Access
“Significantly, by making Kreme Krispy accessible to fans nationwide through this partnership, we expect to more than double our points of access by the end of 2026. The partnership accelerates the development of our existing Delivered Fresh Daily channel, creating operating leverage through distribution density and production utilization,” said Charlesworth.
Krispy Kreme has been scaling its supply chain, building a support team, adding technology and new equipment, and enhancing field training to support its Delivered Fresh Daily expansion, which includes this phased rollout.
The companies will provide more details regarding the nationwide rollout in the coming months. So, get ready to sweeten up your day as these delicious treats make their way to your local McDonald’s restaurant soon!
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