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By Terence O’Reilly, Jr. and Sean O’Reilly, Sr.

What’s the most important thing you can do to ensure the well-being of your customers and staff?
HINT: It’s a wash.

Anyone in the food handling business probably knows the importance of […]

By Terence O’Reilly, Jr. and Sean O’Reilly, Sr.

As it approaches 100 years in business, McNally’s Tavern at 8634 Germantown Avenue in Chestnut Hill, […]

By Terence O’Reilly, Jr. and Sean O’Reilly, Sr.

When you run a brewery, you want craft beers to look like the dark or pale, nuanced-flavored drinks that customers enjoy. What showcases the ale better than crystal-clear, sparkling glassware?

We could […]

By Terence O’Reilly, Jr. and Sean O’Reilly, Sr.

What is the most important step you can take to improve kitchen safety and to protect the investment in your restaurant? Make sure there is a regular inspection of the fire […]

By Sean O’Reilly Sr.

The restaurant business in the mid-Atlantic states is booming, and with that comes the obligation to keep customers and facilities safe from kitchen fires accidentally sparked by hot oil, grease and high temperatures.

With the recent […]

By Terence O’Reilly Jr. and Sean O’Reilly Sr.

What’s in a name?

In TERMAC’s case, the name evokes the history of a long-running company, celebrated for its forward thinking. In 1963, Terence O’Reilly Sr. founded the company with partner Joe McAveety […]

People are surprised when a commercial business is still running – and still growing – after more than half a century. While there are no hard and fast rules for ensuring longevity, TERMAC, the O’Reilly family business, has lasted long enough to celebrate its […]

Here’s what you can do if you are cited during a health inspection:

Fix critical violations during the inspection when and if possible (e.g., temperature issues, cross-contamination issues, sanitizing solution, etc.).
Review the inspection report and correct all noted deficiencies. […]