For restaurants serving fried chicken, fried foods, and especially the signature Broaster chicken, frying oil is one of the largest ongoing costs in the kitchen.

Holiday desserts don’t have to end with pies or peppermint mochas. With a Taylor soft serve freezer or commercial soft serve machine, it’s easy to offer fun seasonal ice cream flavors.

Choosing the right frozen dessert equipment can make or break your menu. With so many Taylor ice cream machine models, mix types, and flavor options available, it can be tough to know where to begin. This guide breaks down how to select the best soft serve machine, how mix types differ, and how to choose the right flavor brands to support your menu.