Month: September 2016

Clean and simple: a series of blogs from Cleanline expert Rod Hale. We asked our Cleanline expert ‘What is ‘Scores on the Doors’ and how does it affect customer perception of a caterer’s business?’ And here’s what he told us…

Friday September 30, 2016

There are three main factors that your guests are looking for when they visit the washroom. These are for it to look and feel clean, smell fresh and to be hygienic. When dining at a restaurant, your guests want to enjoy the whole experience, from food to atmosphere and quality, including the standards of the […]

Thursday September 29, 2016

Almost three quarters of us buy food to go each week*, and as we wave goodbye to summer and say hello to autumn and the approaching winter, consumer demand for more substantial takeaway foods that help take the edge off the seasonal chill will be inevitable. Using ‘Eatwell’ paper food containers from Huhtamaki, caterers can […]

Tuesday September 27, 2016

Unique varieties of burgers and hot dogs have become increasingly popular here in the UK. These traditional dishes have undergone a huge transformation, available in many shapes and sizes, with many food outlets offering some form gourmet food on their menus. Gourmet style burgers or hot dogs covered in delicious toppings and served in exciting […]

Friday September 23, 2016

With autumn taking hold and cooler weather on the way, it’s time for operators to begin the launch of their winter menus and be ready for the big freeze. An important part of any cosy winter menu is the hot drink options, especially coffee, tea and hot chocolate. But with consumers becoming more adventurous with […]

Thursday September 22, 2016

Slips are one of the largest causes of accidents in the UK, with over 50% of reported accidents happening to members of the public when visiting workplaces and 33% of all personal injury claims caused by slips. This costs society billions per year, but the costs to individual businesses can also be huge: the average […]

Tuesday September 20, 2016

Ask the Expert: Jo Gilroy (Head of Sustainability). We asked our Sustainability expert ‘What’s your number one tip for a successful recycling initiative?’ And here’s what she told us…

Friday September 9, 2016

Quoted as “the most important meal of the day”, surprisingly breakfast is one of the meals that is skipped the most often here in the UK. A survey by Harris Interactive has found that 45 percent of Brits admit to missing breakfast at least once a week. But surely this is not completely by choice? […]

Wednesday September 7, 2016

Wrap Film Systems – makers of the award winning Wrapmaster range – has introduced a new ‘Easy Start’ feature to its cling film to give professionals a seamless start and a perfect tangle-free cut every time. When the pressure is on in the kitchen, the innovative ‘Easy Start’ roll back removes the hassle associated with […]

Monday September 5, 2016

The Juice category has been going through something of a hard time of late, as consumers become more cautious of added sugar in their beverages; however there is one brand that has been thriving throughout. JUICEBURST has been established for fifteen years now, and a change of ownership five years ago has seen strong growth […]

Thursday September 1, 2016