Autumn food trends: Why food halls are popular
Food halls that showcase multiple food vendors under one roof have popped up in London, Leeds and Doncaster, as well as many towns. “Food halls suit large groups who want different food types or diets,” says James Ashurst, Client Director at CGA.
Autumn drink trends: sparkling and flavoured water
Forget tap water – sparkling and flavoured waters are making a splash across the industry. Sparkling water sales grew 121% YoY (CGA data, for the year up to March 2022).
Autumn food trends: Gourmet fast food and fusion
James Birch, Development Chef at Unilever Food Solutions, explains some of the new food trends he is seeing for pubs and restaurants: “We’re seeing restaurant chefs try out new fast food concepts, both as a creative outlet and because it makes business sense. This could be as a pop-up at a local food festival or a scaleddown menu at quieter times of the day or week. “There are two key trends in the fast food area:
How to choose the right TV entertainment package for your pub
With events such as The 2022 FIFA World Cup, knowing what entertainment package to have in place can be as nerve wracking as A penalty shootout! We spoke to Alan Hall, Account Director at CloudCasting Corporation Ltd, which provides audio, visual and scent services.
Masterclass guide to pastry making
Whether it’s a buttery puff pastry pie, crisp filo or an elegant choux dessert, pastry-making is one of the most essential and versatile skills to master in the kitchen.
Quick guide to kosher meal planning
Do you off er a kosher option? Just remember to choose certified diary and meat products. Crispy potatoes, beef and honey cakes make delicious kosher meals, as long as dairy and meat are certified and not served together in the same sitting.
Do you follow? Terry Balme
My Instagram account got me my job, says chef Terry Balme
The dark spirits and cocktails that every bar needs on its menu
It’s ‘whisky a go go’ and ‘a rum do’ as dark spirits surge in popularity.
Three ways to reduce your carbon footprint
Advice and tips that are good for your business and good for the planet too.
