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The latest comment and opinion, 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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Jul- 2019 -2 July
Catering for all appetites
Fish and chips has been a part of British tradition for as long as I can remember; it was one of the only foods not subject to rationing during the Second World War so it should come as no surprise that it was once regarded as the nation’s favourite takeaway.…
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1 July
We must change our attitude to mental health in the professional kitchen
“Being a part of the hospitality industry is a privilege, one that I am grateful for every day. My job is my passion – not only do I love the food, I also love the challenge of working with my hands and the buzz of engaging with people. “These aspects…
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Jun- 2019 -27 June
Seven quirky catering ideas for corporate events
Whether it’s an egg benedict or egg royal served with an avo-shake to wash is down, power breakfasts are way to go. The days of the Del Trotter stereotypical businessman man are long gone. The fictional Only Fools and Horses character describe himself as “yuppie”, indulging in a combination of…
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26 June
Italian restaurants are going regional
When I talk about Italian food and its origin, I find very difficult to define it, as Italian cuisine itself doesn’t exist. The proper definition is Italian Regional cuisine. The differences in Italian cooking show through in the distinctions between the North and the South. Each region still carries their…
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25 June
Why are chain restaurants losing customers?
After the recent news of Jamie Oliver’s restaurant chain going into administration, concerns have been raised that the food industry is on a steep decline. Food and drink chain establishments such as Carluccio’s, Byron Burger and Gourmet Burger kitchen have also closed down some of their stores to cut costs,…
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24 June
Living the dream? Part two
In the first part of this article, I considered the changes in the pub market over the past 20 years and the need for a mutually beneficial partnership between pub owners and publicans rather than the traditional arm’s length landlord and tenant relationship. A successful tenant recognises the changing market…
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21 June
The growing appetite for QSR content on YouTube
It seems consumers can’t get enough of their fast food fix on social platforms these days, with Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) video content growing in popularity. On YouTube alone, the QSR space is expanding rapidly, achieving a dramatic 44% growth in views over the past two years as audiences become…
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20 June
How to boost coffee sales
Whether you’re running a café, hotel, pub or gym, putting together a successful coffee offer is a multi-faceted balancing act which takes careful consideration. There is no magic solution or quick-fire way to suddenly pull thousands of customers through the door, instead it’s a slow grind (excuse the pun) of…
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18 June
How to launch a small catering business on a tight budget
You have a passion for food, have been working in the catering industry for some time, but now want to be your own boss. You have a good business plan, have the licenses you need to get started and you are confident that your new venture will be a success.…
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17 June
Food hygiene – why the right stock rotation strategy is vital
A business’ food hygiene rating is one of the main concerns for diners looking for somewhere to eat out – that’s according to the latest public survey by the Food Standards Agency (FSA)*. Achieving and displaying a good hygiene score is a commercial necessity for a food-serving venue or a…
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