Advice
The latest advice, from industry figures and the business journalists at Catering Today. We bring you the latest on what’s happening in the restaurants, bars and catering industry, with exclusive stories, analysis, best practice and industry comment.
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May- 2024 -28 May
The importance of a 360 marketing campaign
The hospitality sector is an incredibly competitive market, with new bars, restaurants, cafes, and hotels opening daily. So, how do you stand out and ensure it’s your venue that consumers choose? A 360 marketing campaign will ensure that potential customers see your venue – and its incredible food, drinks and…
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21 May
How to increase spend per head in a no and low alcohol world
Dry January may be behind us, but data shows a huge increase in the amount of people opting for no and low alcohol alternatives. According to a recent report by the hospitality research organisation, KAM, showed that 5.2 million fewer UK adults drank weekly in 2023 than in 2001, and…
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Feb- 2024 -21 February
How hospitality businesses can survive in 2024
2024 has only just begun, and we’ve already witnessed a spate of small business closures across the hospitality sector. With the winding up of independent businesses across England, Wales and Scotland, questions have again been raised about the amount of governmental support available to one of the UK’s most beloved…
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Dec- 2023 -4 December
How to manage food waste and charitable giving
One-third of all food produced globally goes to waste; if food waste was a country, then it would be the third largest emitter of greenhouse gases in the world. In the UK, 70% of food waste occurs in the home, but the hospitality and retail sector still contribute a sizable…
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Oct- 2023 -10 October
Martyn’s Law: enhancing safety and security in hospitality venues
In recent years, tragic events have highlighted the need for improved safety and security measures in public spaces. The Manchester Arena bombing in 2017, which claimed the lives of 22 innocent people and left hundreds injured, served as a wake-up call for the need to strengthen security practices. In response…
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Sep- 2023 -20 September
Food allergies and the implications for caterers
Research published by Dr Hazel Gowland unveiled prosecutions for food allergen incidents increased almost tenfold over a period of six years, with peanut being the most common allergen involved, followed by milk and egg. Further research conducted by Shield Safety echoed Dr Gowland’s findings. Senior safety consultant, Vicky Wood, recently…
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4 September
How to tailor interactions for drive-thru customers in the QR industry
In 2022, the quick service (QSR) and takeaway industry in the UK amounted to a whopping £21bn, up from the previous year’s approximate £20bn. This year, the market is forecast to reach greater heights of £22bn. The UK’s 2,256 drive-thrus took in just over £2.8bn in the year to the…
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Jul- 2023 -14 July
How to Set Up a Restaurant Business: A 10-Step Guide
1. Define Your Concept Before you begin, you must have a clear understanding of your restaurant concept. This includes the type of food you want to serve, the ambiance you want to create, the price point, and the demographic you aim to attract. Your concept will be the guiding principle…
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Jun- 2023 -12 June
The importance of regional ingredients and shortening supply chain
It is becoming increasingly important in modern cookery for businesses and the culinary sector in general to champion regional ingredients and make a wholly conscientious effort to shorten supply chains. Essentially, what this means is decreasing the time from field to fork for the benefit of the environment and the…
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Apr- 2023 -28 April
Keep it Professional: Building Respect for everyone working in Hospitality
People are the heart of hospitality. Yet, the external perception of hospitality workers is often clouded by outdated stigma, which is hard to shake off. More critically, this is having a negative impact on recruiting at a time when labour is in short supply; not to mention the direct impact…
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