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The Catering Operator’s Top 10 Christmas Shopping ListAs experts in non-food consumables, we’ve been helping our customers prepare for the busy Christmas season and wanted to share with you the top 10 Christmas products that catering operators need to think about to be ready for the festive season. The shopping list includes essential seasonal items including hot food packaging, Christmas design hot […]
read moreThursday November 3, 2016
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Air, ambience & atmosphereClean and simple: a series of blogs from Cleanline expert Rod Hale. We asked our Cleanline expert ‘How can a hotel create ambience and atmosphere using air care products?’ And here’s what he told us…
read moreWednesday November 2, 2016
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Benders Verona Vending Cups – 2 times winner of Vendies Best CupsResearch published by the Automatic Vending Association (AVA) from its latest industry census found that the UK vending industry as a whole had a turnover of £1.5 billion in 2015. The average hot beverage vending machine was dispensing 282 units per week and consumers are expecting a larger variety of high quality premium coffee options.
read moreTuesday November 1, 2016
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Rainbow food – fad or fabulous?One of the hottest trends in the food world right now is rainbow versions of everyday foods. Formerly ‘normal’ dishes are being transformed into multi-coloured wonders, with the addition of food colourings. Foods that are being given the rainbow make-over include all-day staples such as croissants, bagels, cheese toasties, pizzas, muffins and waffles.
read moreThursday October 20, 2016
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Waste less and live moreAsk the Expert: Jo Gilroy (Head of Sustainability). We asked our Sustainability expert ‘How do you go about wasting less?’ And here’s what she told us…
read moreTuesday October 18, 2016
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DayMark delivers more with food rotation label dispenserBack-of-house food safety labels are essential in all professional kitchens. They are an excellent way to monitor proper food rotation and ensure First In First Out (FIFO) protocol. Ensuring food freshness is an integral part to any food safety plan, and the most inexpensive and efficient way to ensure the freshness and safety of food […]
read moreThursday October 13, 2016
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Bring the outdoors in this ChristmasFinding the perfect decorations and tableware to suit the décor in your establishment can be hard. At Christmas time there are numerous colour schemes to choose from; should you go traditional with reds and greens or luxurious with golds, silvers and even purples? This year why not try adding some rustic charm to bring the […]
read moreTuesday October 11, 2016
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PVA Hygiene: A simple and effective way to cleanCleaning chemicals are essential for any area where food is prepared or consumed. They are needed to remove soiling from surfaces and stop harmful bacteria from spreading. When you’re short on space, it can be difficult to find the room to safely store all of your crucial kitchen items, including those all-important chemicals. PVA Hygiene […]
read moreFriday October 7, 2016
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Scores on the DoorsClean 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…
read moreFriday September 30, 2016
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Eliminate washroom odours with AirsterilThere 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 […]
read moreThursday September 29, 2016
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‘Eatwell’ this winter with HuhtamakiAlmost 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 […]
read moreTuesday September 27, 2016
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The stylish sidekick to super burgersUnique 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 […]
read moreFriday September 23, 2016
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Introducing our 2016 exclusive Christmas hot cupsWith 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 […]
read moreThursday September 22, 2016
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Bonasystems: How can slips be reduced in your establishment?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 […]
read moreTuesday September 20, 2016
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Zero Waste Week: Keep Calm and Use Data WiselyAsk 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…
read moreFriday September 9, 2016