HI-LO TACO (PHILLY, USA)
Restaurant Case Study
From Backyard Dreams to Culinary Excellence: The Hi-Lo Taco Story
From backyard cookouts to a beloved city staple, Hi-Lo Taco’s journey is proof that passion and innovation go hand in hand. With the Game Changer Smoker in his corner, Chef Jeff Newman is excited to continue redefining what a taco experience can be.
A Chef’s Journey: From Backyard Grills to the City’s Heart
Chef Jeff’s journey to Hi-Lo Taco is as rich and diverse as his menu. With a background in fine dining and a resume that includes working with Michelin Star chefs and developing menus for major restaurant brands, he wanted to bring that high-end quality to a casual dining experience. “I’ve worked all over the world in some of the best kitchens, but I wanted to create something approachable—something that offers fine dining flavor without the pretension,” says Chef Jeff.
Discovering the Game Changer: A Smoker That Scaled with the Vision
For Hi-Lo Taco, the Game Changer Smoker has truly lived up to its name. It’s a versatile tool that enables the kitchen to produce large volumes of food while maintaining the high standards Chef Jeff is known for. From smoking meats and dehydrating ingredients to preparing unique menu items like smoked margarita rims, the Game Changer Smoker is an integral part of what makes Hi-Lo Taco a standout in the Philadelphia food scene.
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"If you consider ALL the cooking capabilities of a Game Changer Smoker INCLUDING the volume it can produce and the fact that most higher end single stack Combis cost the same if not more, the value is definitely there!"
Chef Robin Hernaez | Vice President, Culinary | Eurest USA
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“By far the best smoker on the market, I use mine several times per week. Yes I’ve won several competitions with it. Any info I can help with please reach out.”
Chef Scott Goodstal | Executive Chef | University of New Orleans
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"I can tell you these smokers are awesome. The technology and ease of use are astounding and quality of smoke either cold or hot smoke is unmatched.”
Chef Travis Ramsdell | Regional Executive Chef | Chartwells