New ideas for the big events in January and February
Give yourself a head start by getting prepared now. The new year has lots of events to draw customers into your venue. Here’s how you can make the most of them
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Staying positive and being brave at Zim Braai
A fresh take on food, and a fresh look at your offer – just some of the ways Poole and Bournemouth’s Zim Braai restaurants are keeping the festive spirit alive this year
Calorie counts on menus: should you put them on?
Are you going to put calorie counts on your food menu? Should you? We look at the pros and cons.
8 wine and cheese pairings
It’s not Christmas without a good cheeseboard. For an easy, low effort course for the busy festive period, try it on your menu for the big day, New Year’s Eve or Christmas parties
12 tips of Christmas
Let’s make this unusual festive season a special one. Follow our tips from chefs and bar owners to create a real celebration
Eggs, milk, soya: allergen advice for caterers
This new series looks at each of the 14 most common allergens – the secret ingredients and good substitutions
UK allergen labelling: how you can prepare for Natasha’s Law
Did you know there are new allergen labelling requirements in the UK from October 2021? Find out what exactly Natasha’s Law is and what you need to do to prepare
How to put on your best ever Bonfire Night party for children and big kids
Forget the same old menu and party plans. Put on a night to remember with our new Bonfire Night ideas – from party food to fun drinks for children
Care home game: do you know where these UK regional dishes are from?
Food can be great at sparking memories. Try this simple game with your care home residents to see if they can identify where these regional speciality dishes are from.
