Fast Food Professional, Oct-Nov-22

Difficult times ahead for all

September was a very sad month for most people with the passing of Queen Elizabeth II but what an outpouring of emotions that were felt around the whole world. She epitomised service and as she was the only monarch that most of us knew, we are all facing a changing future as she was regarded so highly and as a conscience by most World Leaders. As she did, King Charles 111 is inheriting not only the monarchy issues and what should change in the Royal Family, but also a place as a major figure in World leaders. We wish him every success in the challenge.

Unfortunately the continuing evil illegal assault on Ukraine by Russia is another distressing factor in the world, affecting everyone on the planet in some way.

In addition, the troubles that the people of the UK and businesses in our sectors have been worrying about continued to increase in intensity and the recent “minibudget” has only served to make us consider whether the measures will be judged to be a master stroke or yet another nail in the coffin. Time will tell.

Inflation continues to be a continuing concern for the UK with people and businesses concerned about interest rates and raging inflation fuelled by food and energy costs. They do say that out of adversity the best run businesses are the ones that survive and prosper the most.

We finally managed to get a week away down on the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall and it was great to see St Ives and the South West so busy and food places working very hard to satisfy the locals and tourists alike. Finally, I would like to say a big Thank You to everyone who continues to support Fast Food Professional magazine in these very challenging times. Your loyalty does not go unnoticed here.

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Tweak menus to create tempting all-day breakfast options, suggests Central Foods

Unique opportunity to drive bumper pie sales during football this Winter - Pukka

Country Range’s Potato Pantry Grows with Trio of Crunch-tastic SKUs

Cotswold Chicken Company re-brands to ‘Cotswold Meat Company’

Award winning Simpsons Fish & Chips launch Chippy Tapas

Top 40 finalists announced for Fish & Chip Takeaway of the Year 2023

‘Big Truffle in Little China’ Bath restaurant wins Heinz Battle of the Burger competition

A Revolution in Cooking - Fri-Jado launch refreshed Multisserie range

Santa Maria invites operators to tap into the indulgent dish trend

Halve your cooking oil costs with the latest Vito launch from Valentine

The Sausage Man Wins Multiple Great Taste Awards

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McWhinney’s Sausages is proud to introduce its new Gluten Free Sausage

Liven-up menus with a Major taste of North Africa!

HCE sets Paultons Park on the route to fast food efficiency

Norwegian Seafood Council Annouces New UK Director

Enjoy Sweet Profits with New PEPPADEW®Whole Sweet Piquanté Peppers

Jestic are set to paint CKs green at 2022 show

October and November 2022

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Money Matters

Our financial section can be found near the back of the issue starting on page 50 in this issue

The Trade Directory

Starting on page 56 in this issue

Sustainability Matters

Sustainability Matters

Business Matters Origin Matters

Business Matters Origin Matters

Almost 9 in 10 UK diners understand the importance of sustainable seafood…

Almost 9 in 10 UK diners understand the importance of sustainable seafood…

…but only a quarter know what to look for in a fish and chip shop

…but only a quarter know what to look for in a fish and chip shop

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Do you know how to communicate this to your customers?

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Pukka Highlights Unique Opportunity to Drive

Bumper Pie Sales During Football this Winter

The nation’s number one pie brand, Pukka, tells us how fish & chip shops can take advantage of a unique opportunity to bag bumper pie sales, as key international football matches fall during prime pie eating season. Fast Food Professional Director, Athol Dipple, takes a closer look.

Britain is a nation of food lovers, which means that whatever the occasion – big or small – food is at the heart of celebrations, and sport is no exception. Therefore, as we approach the 20th November, where people up and down the country will be getting ready to cheer on their national football team, fish & chip shops should start preparing now to make the most of the sales rush.

Not only do pies and football go hand-in-hand, but this year presents an extraordinary sales opportunity as some of the most-watched and highly-anticipated football games are happening in the winter months – AKA prime pie eating season. Pukka’s Managing Director, Isaac Fisher, describes this as a “unique sales opportunity not to be missed” for the fish & chip shop industry, as two key pie consumption moments intertwine.

“Cheering on the Three Lions during winter isn’t something we’re used to – but we’re certainly not complaining! We know that while our pies are enjoyed all year round, there is a particular preference for them during the colder months. In fact, pie sales increased +14% during autumn / winter last year . And when you also consider that during the international matches of summer 2021, sales spiked +25% , there is no better time to get prepped for a huge influx of customers.”

Fish & chip shops have been Pukka’s heartland ever since it baked its first pie in 1963. Therefore, the brand is arming chippy owners with the tools they need to make

the most of this unique opportunity.

Fisher explains: “Firstly, offering a complete line-up of pies is vital, so that you have something for everyone. As The People’s Pie – and the nation’s favourite – our comprehensive range can help you do just that. On top of the classics, like All Steak and Chicken & Mushroom, our chip-shop bestseller Minced Steak & Onion is a must – as is our pitch-side favourite Chicken Balti. To help you reach an even bigger customer-base, including veggies, flexitarians, vegans and meat-reducers, stock-up on our Cheese, Leek & Potato pie, plus our duo of Vegan recipes – Vegan Minced Steak & Onion and Vegan Chicken & Mushroom.”

Fish & chip shops can maximise the opportunity even further by utilising click & collect and home delivery services – to give their customers an easy way to order their pie & chips meal pre-game, post-game or during halftime. They should also harness the power of their social media channels to advertise these services to their local communities.

Fisher adds: “We ran a campaign during lockdown in which we offered chip shops geo-targeted social media advertising to help them shout about the services they have available. We know this tactic works, because chip shop businesses saw a +32% increase in pie sales during the week the social ads were live , compared with the previous week.

“There’s also plenty of resources available on our foodservice website – including our Heat & Serve Guide, Social Media Toolkit and bespoke POS – which will help you to drive engagement and generate sales growth even further. We’d urge all chip shop owners to take advantage of the materials we have available to drive visibility during international football games this winter,” concludes Fisher.

Country Range’s Potato Pantry Grows with Trio of Crunch-tastic SKUs

Following the successful launch of its trio of “Double Crunch” fries earlier this year, Country Range has further augmented its plethora of potato pleasers with the unveiling of three new super spud products – Country Range Double Crunch Seasoned Wedges, Country Range Double Crunch Sweet Potato Fries and Country Range Double Crunch Shoestring Fries.

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that chefs from across public sector and hospitality kitchens of all sizes have an unbeatable, taste-rich fry, the new trio have a novel invisible coating that delivers the unique Country Range ‘Double Crunch’.

With invincible crunch-staying power making them a great fit for kitchens offering takeaway, food-to-go or room-service, the new selection are available in 4 x 2.5kg catering boxes and are gluten-free, plus they are pre-fried in sunflower oil instead of palm oil.

Joining the 10mm Double Crunch Skin-On Fries, 14mm Double Crunch Fries and 19mm Triple Cooked Chunky Fries that have generated legions of fans since launch in the spring, the new trio joining the Country Range portfolio includes:

Country Range Double Crunch Seasoned Wedges

Immense for sides, sharing platters, to be pimped up or alongside classic burgers, these thick-cut, mouthwateringly, wicked wedges are given an extra coating of batter for double the crunch and have the fluffiest inside to be found. Made with the flavoursome Fontane potatoes, they are lightly seasoned and will hold their crunch for over 20 minutes.

Country Range Double Crunch Sweet Potato Fries

A solution to the shockingly soggy, sweet potato fries saturating the market in recent times, these thin cut sweet potato fries have a double dose of the special invisible batter, making them the captain of crunch. Made with Beauregard thin-cut sweet potatoes, they come lightly seasoned and will hold their crunch for over 20 minutes.

Country Range Double Crunch Shoestring Fries

Delicately seasoned, these sensational 7mm shoestring fries are made with Fontane potatoes for a consistent year-round flavour and will keep their crunch for over 40 minutes.

Country Range Group Head of Marketing Emma Holden said:

“Potato products continue to be one of the most popular products for caterers and consumers, appearing in some shape or form on every menu whether they are chipped, mashed, boiled, fried or roasted. Fries and wedges are no longer just considered a side dish and we’re seeing a host of creative caterers turning them in to the focal point of a dish by loading them with on-trend toppings and sauces. That’s why it’s never been more important for caterers to make sure that their spuds pack a punch on the flavour front and deliver that all important crunch. The unique coating makes them ideal for food-to-go or delivery menus, and will be perfect for bar snack menus for the FIFA World Cup later in the year. Our development chef Paul Dickson has been highlighting to customers how the humble fry can be elevated to even greater heights with some creative recipes like various global inspired loaded fries ideas and Canadian Poutine.”

To find more recipes using the latest trio of potato products, visit www.countryrange.co.uk/recipes.

Have you herd…!

Cotswold Chicken Company re-brands to ‘Cotswold Meat Company’

Established Cotswolds poultry supplier, the Cotswold Chicken Company, has re-branded to the ‘Cotswold Meat Company’ in a move which represents the continued growth and success of the business, and truly reflects what the brand stands for.

Speaking about the re-brand, Nick Passmore, Owner of the Cotswold Meat Company says:

“We’re extremely excited to announce our re-brand to the Cotswold Meat Company. We truly believe in the products we choose to supply, which is why they remain at the heart of our brand. Our decision to re-brand reflects our on-going strategy to supply customers with a comprehensive range of fresh, premium quality British produce which includes free range poultry, high welfare fine meat and seasonal game.

“Being an established business with an excellent reputation for quality and delivery, we very much wanted to keep the familiar aspects of our brand – just with a nod to what’s new. More and more customers are wanting meat and game, so it’s been a natural progression for us to evolve and enhance our product range in response to demand. Our family-led team of experienced professionals will continue to supply customers with the same level of service they know and rely on, just under a new name with more product ranges to choose from!”

The Cotswold Meat Company is based in Ashton Keynes, Wiltshire. Animal welfare and the environment is at the heart of what they do, with the Company proudly choosing to work with British farmers, artisans and breed specialists to source the highest quality products from some of the UK’s best independent farms. Produce is 100% traceable, from field to fork.

For further information about the Cotswold Meat Company, including full product range and to place your order, please visit www.cotswoldmeatcompany.co.uk or call 01285 862498.

Award Winning

Simpsons Fish & Chips Launch Chippy Tapas

Award-winning Simpsons Fish and Chips, are launching a brand-new Chippy Tapas menu in their Cheltenham restaurant

The menu offers 11 different dishes to choose from as well as four flavours of the taste sensation that is battered chips and two dessert options. Diners can choose three small plates for £15 or five for £20.

Available in the award-winning Cheltenham restaurant from 29th August, the Chippy Tapas reflects the Simpsons style of creating a twist on the traditional, with some chip shop favourites sitting alongside some deliciously different dishes.

Owner Bonny Ritchie said: “We’ve been working on this new menu for a while and we’ve had a lot of fun doing it. Everyone has got involved and we love the variety that it brings. The small plates are perfect for sharing and who

doesn’t love eating great tasting food with friends and family?”

The menu includes Crispy Cod Goujons with the Simpsons signature homemade Tartare Sauce, Battered Squid, Whitebait or Scampi with Tubby Toms Lemon & herb mayo, Prawns with sweet chilli sauce, Halloumi with Baconnaise and Thai Spiced Fishcake with chill dip. Vegan options include Vegan Sausage with ketchup, Vegan Jackfruit Wings with Tubby Toms jalapeno mayo, Minted Pea Fritter and the ever-popular Frickles with a top-secret seasoning.

Once again, proving everything is better with batter; Simpsons are launching Battered Chips as part of their small plate feast. Battered Chips are achingly crispy on the outside filled with cloud like, fluffy potato on the inside.

With four flavours to choose from the battered chips have all the ingredients to become yet another Simpsons’ favourite.

Keleigh’s Posh Truffled Chips are the invention of longserving manager Keleigh Green. Named in her honour, they

are served with truffle oil, parmesan and parsley.

The Best Dirty Chips should come with a warning as they’re so moreish, served with secret sauce, jalapenos, melted cheese and crispy onions.

Giving due recognition to our friends in the North, The Northener is the perfect combination of lashings of peppered gravy smothered with melted cheese.

An invention of Mr Tubby Tom’s himself, the Done & Dusted are a twist on the famous scampi fries and yet no prawns were harmed in the making of these chips. This all-vegan invention is a taste sensation using a secret recipe and served with Tubby Toms lemon and herb dip.

Those craving a sweet finish won’t be disappointed with a choice of Battered Pineapple Ring served with a drizzle of chocolate and coconut ice cream or Simpsons Sticks, light and fluffy churros served with a dusting of cinnamon and salted caramel ice cream.

Where possible, the Chippy Tapas menu will be gluten free on the first Monday of every month.

Please download the menu HERE

For more information about Simpsons please visit the website www.simpsonsfishandchips.com

Top 40 finalists announced for Fish & Chip Takeaway of the Year 2023

After a rigorous judging process, 40 fish and chip eateries across the UK have been shortlisted as category finalists. Judging criteria included having to demonstrate high levels of knowledge of the Fish & Chip industry including customer service, and environmental and sustainably good practices.

This category looks to celebrate the Fish and Chip Takeaway of the Year.

Commenting on the top 40 shortlist, Andrew Crook, President at The National Federation of Fish Friers said: “Being able to announce the top 40 finalists for this category is an absolute pleasure. It is no secret that the industry is facing some challenges.

“That said, this industry is built upon British stoicism. And with spirit and determination we are committed to supporting our members and seeing through tough times. We cannot wait to celebrate at

the awards ceremony in February 2023.”

The National Fish and Chip Awards has been celebrating the nation’s favourite dish for more than 30 years, recognising and rewarding the people and businesses who provide us with the best fish and chips across the UK, both in terms of food and service.

The National Federation of Fish Friers is proud to have been passed over the baton from Seafish as custodians of this prestigious event, hosting the inaugural awards at the Park Plaza Hotel in London on the 28th February 2023.

The winner will be unveiled at the Awards Ceremony held at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge on the 28th of February 2023

For more information and to view the top 40 shortlist please visit: https://thefishandchipawards. com/awards-news

The Class of ’54

Fish and Chips have long been recognised as Britain’s National dish, no more so than in the 1950’s. In the Class of ’54 there were over 30,000 Fish and Chip shops serving the Country’s only take away food. The primary fare was cod or haddock and chips, fried initially in animal fats, principally dripping and lard. The average price for a medium portion of cod and chips was one shilling (5p in today’s currency) and Friday night was the most popular night for the take away treat. In 1954 the market changed dramatically with the launch of Frymax vegetable oil. Unlike the high level of saturated fat and cholesterol in animal fats, Frymax was pure white premium palm, which had a higher smoke point, was additive free, contained no hydrogenated oil and less than one per cent trans fats. Frymax produced delicious light results and soon became the industry favourite and has remained so until today, the same product with the same consistent results.

Frymax – In a Class of its Own

contact ADM Trading (UK) Limited. e-mail: frymaxinfo@adm.com www.frymax.co.uk

‘Big Truffle in Little China’ as Bath restaurant wins Heinz Battle of the Burger competition

In celebration of National Burger Day in August, Kraft Heinz Foodservice began the search to find Britain’s best burger with its Heinz Battle of the Burger competition and has now crowned Magu Diner in Bath as the winner

KraftHeinz Foodservice, which judged entries based on overall appearance, creativity, and quality, was thoroughly impressed with the restaurant’s ‘Big Truffle in Little China’ burger. Szechuan-coated buttermilk chicken was topped with Heinz [Seriously] Good Truffle Mayonnaise, a honey, ginger, spring onion and coriander Chinese leaf slaw and Heinz Thai Sweet Chilli Sauce packed into a potato bun.

The campaign encouraged independent burger restaurants to be imaginative in creating the ultimate fast-food favourite whether it be a meaty masterpiece or plant-based patty of perfection. Chefs were invited to unfurl their flair to produce a unique and delicious menu item that used at least one Heinz sauce in its original form, for a chance to be named the country’s best and win a marketing package worth £5,000.

Charlotte Crane, junior brand manager at Kraft Heinz Foodservice, says: “The UK is a nation of burger lovers, eating 2.5 billion of them per year. And we all know that key to a burger’s success is that final flourish of sauce. We wanted burger houses to get creative with this winning yet versatile combination.

“Huge congratulations to Magu Diner for an excellent interpretation of the brief which delivered on excitement, innovation and most importantly, a knockout variety of flavours. Kraft Heinz Foodservice is thrilled to be working with the team to get Big Truffle in Little China on its menu for diners to sink their teeth into it in the coming months.”

Magu Diner, which opened in Bath city centre in 2018, prides itself on being a gourmet burger bar which serves ‘out-of-this-world’ burgers. It’s where smashed beef patties and plant-based versions are right at home smothered in unconventional flavours - think peanut and pecan butter paired with a popular biscuit spread.

Head chef and owner of Magu Diner, Leon Dunnett explains the decision to enter the competition. He said: “National Burger Day is always busy for us, and we believe that we serve the tastiest ones in town - we go all-out when it comes to quality and flavour. We love experimenting with Heinz sauces, so the Heinz Battle of the Burger competition was a fun way to push ourselves more, with the aim to verify our claim that our burgers are the best.

“The inspiration for Big Truffle in Little China comes from a love of east-meets-west fusion - two opposites marrying together to make something really special. Plus, I adore anything with truffle in.”

Leon adds: “We are so excited and happy to have won! Working closely with Kraft Heinz Foodservice is going to be a gamechanger for us and the team is so thankful to be working with a brand that is much-loved and highly respected by us and our customers too. We look forward bringing Big Truffle in Little China to our menu and diners soon.”

Over the coming weeks, Magu Diner and Kraft Heinz Foodservice will team up to create the promotional activity for the winning burger, which will be available at its Moorland Road restaurant for a limited time only following its launch. Heinz will be supporting with a marketing plan worth £5,000 which will go towards merchandise and instore visibility, PR and social media promotion.

Heinz lau nches Battle of the Burger competition

The Class of ’88

By the late 1980’s the British public’s food tastes had become cosmopolitan with considerable growth in Indian and Chinese takeaway’s and gourmet food ranges in supermarkets. Nevertheless Fish and Chips still remained the Nation’s favourite takeaway with the Class of ‘88 numbering around 15,000 shops. They were attracting a more diverse range of customers who were paying around £1.60 - £2.00 for medium cod and chips. Greaseproof paper was introduced and newspaper for wrapping phased out on hygiene grounds. A BSE outbreak also resulted in many shops switching from animal fats to vegetable oils for frying.

By 1988, Frymax was still the number one brand. It was exactly the same product as on launch with no additions or modifications and remained pure white palm which is additive free, contains no hydrogenated oil and less than 1% trans fats. Frymax guaranteed consistently good results and long lasting performance without deterioration in quality and had become firmly established as the Fryers Favourite.

Frymax – In a Class of its Own

contact ADM Trading (UK) Limited. e-mail: frymaxinfo@adm.com www.frymax.co.uk

A Revolution in Cooking

Fri-Jado launch refreshed Multisserie range

Witha showstopping design, unique cooking technology, automatic cleaning programmes and an internal condenser which eliminates the need for additional extraction – the new Multisserie range from Fri-Jado, complete with a high-resolution touch screen display and simple, programme-driven operation, is the ultimate front-of-house cooking appliance.

As a leader in the manufacture of hot and cold food display equipment, Fri-Jado has a global reputation for quality and innovation. The Multisserie represents the very pinnacle of the company’s popular rotisserie range, offering operators a creative and ingenious solution to cooking in a customer-facing environment.

A revolution in visual cooking and merchandising, the Multisserie drives impulse purchases with a unique 270° view. The unit’s steady rotation and enclosed chamber help foods to cook up to 50% faster than conventional ovens and open rotisseries, while intelligent ‘cook correction’ technology ensures food safety and delivers consistent quality results.

A brand-new, intuitive vivid colour touch-screen control delivers enhanced ease of use, while a sleek new user interface with up to 250 pre-programmed menus guarantees consistency, even for those staff with limited training. A boiler-less steam generator, with humidity control and an optional temperature probe, delivers precision conditions within the chamber.

For enhanced labour savings, the Multisserie range also features fully automatic cleaning technology, allowing an operator to start the cleaning programme at the end of a shift, leaving the machine to complete the cycle

overnight or during quiet periods. The user-friendly design is enhanced thanks to the Multisserie being accessible on three sides, while a range of accessories enables a variety of meats, proteins and vegetables to be quickly and effortlessly cooked in the unit.

On the launch of the new Multisserie range, Gary Thacker, Sales Director at Fri-Jado UK comments:

“Customers are drawn in by the theatre of a cooking process, so why not showcase it in the most visible way possible? A rotisserie is a great way to demonstrate quality, while also engaging with your customers, but the Multisserie goes one step further, adding a standout design and ease of use to the mix. Capable of cooking up to 60 whole chickens in just 45 minutes, the unit is suitable for high footfall sites, while the optional internal condenser allows an operator to position it in virtually any location. The wonderful sights and smells of freshly cooked meats is a sure-fire way to drive impulse sales, especially during new or quieter day parts.”

Designed for front-of-house environments, the Multisserie has flexibility at its heart. An optional internal condenser eliminates the need for additional extraction, allowing operators to position the appliance without the common ventilation restrictions.

What’s more, operators can add a grease separator, designed to efficiently separate grease from water during the cook cycle. Significantly reducing the waste from the unit, the grease separator is better for the environment and further reduces the need for expensive treatment systems.

To find out more about the Multisserie from Fri-Jado, please visit www.frijado.com or call +44 (0)189 527 2227.

The Class of ’22

The Class of ’22 number around 10,500 Fish and Chip shops in the UK. The last few years have proved difficult with increasing competition, Covid restrictions and inflation in energy and food prices. Nevertheless, many in the industry have proved resilient with new initiatives to increase access and distribution. Fish and Chips still remain the Nation’s favourite meal and exceptionally good value. Frymax remains the brand leading cooking oil in the UK, a title it has now held for over 65 years. Why ? Because we have been producing the same product without additions and modifications for all this time resulting in the same delicious results. Frymax is pure white premium palm which is additive free, contains no hydrogenated oil and less than one percent trans fats. As befits the brand leader, Frymax has recognised the need for economic fairness and is sourced from approved, certified production units and is 100% sustainable and traceable.

Frymax – In a Class of its Own

please contact ADM Trading (UK) Limited. e-mail: frymaxinfo@adm.com www.frymax.co.uk

Santa Maria invites operators to tap into the indulgent dish trend with the launch of comforting Cheddar Cheese

As the trend for indulgence continues, Santa Maria is introducing a new Cheddar Cheese Sauce to foodservice. A versatile off-the-shelf option for chefs, the sauce is ideal for dipping, topping and filling

Its full-bodied Cheddar flavour and smooth pourable format are set to help food operators transform runof-the-mill ingredients into premium comfort dishes, indulgent sauces and crowd-pleasers satisfying the cheesiest diners’ cravings.

Not only does the Cheddar Cheese Sauce provide a readyto-go shortcut for baked favourites like Mac ‘N’ Cheese or Cheese Toasties, it’s perfect for operators whipping up trending Mexican dishes like Fajitas, Chimichangas and Quesadillas, is ideal for smothering on Nachos or creating Loaded Fries and also helps gives Cheeseburgers their authentic taste making it a mainstay of any busy kitchen.

Easy to use, Santa Maria’s Cheddar Cheese Sauce melts stably, won’t split and is designed to retain its smooth texture and delicious flavour whether served hot or cold. Available in a stackable, resealable bucket with a long shelf life, the product has been created to help reduce waste.

Nick Minchin, Santa Maria Marketing Manager, UK&I says, “Indulgence and Mexican cuisine are two hot trends in foodservice at the moment – and they aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. With Mexican cuisine continuing to boom as one of the nation’s favourites, and the demand for comforting indulging classics also on the rise, our

Cheese Sauce can help operators harness both these trends in a variety of ways with just one ingredient.

“The Cheddar Cheese Sauce provides a ready-togo shortcut for beloved classics like the Dirty Double Cheeseburger, Nachos and Loaded Fries. Reliable and easy to use, we’ve made sure that it doesn’t split either, so you’ll always have a delicious, rich silky cheese sauce no matter. As a result, creating comforting, indulgent dishes like Mac and Cheese or Chimichangas has never been so easy!

“As well as providing a fast-track to these comforting classics and trending dishes, our Cheddar Cheese Sauce is the perfect canvas for chefs wanting to create premium sauces and can give operators a great way to maximise profits by whipping up creative condiments. Spike it with chipotle paste to make a smoky cheese sauce, mix it with Bourbon BBQ to create a delicious BBQ sauce, or scatter it with Jalapeños for a crunchy spicy hit.

“Straight up, or adapted, chefs will love giving our Cheddar Cheese Sauce their own inimitable twist.”

Santa Maria’s Cheddar Cheese Sauce is available to buy from wholesalers across the UK and Ireland. For more information or recipe inspiration including Chorizo Cheesy Mac, Cheesy Chicken Tinga Fries and Loaded Cheesy Tex Mex Nachos visit: www.santamariaworld.com/uk/ foodservice/concepts/cheddar-cheese-sauce

Halve your cooking oil costs with the latest Vito launch from Valentine

Having already risen by more than 140% this year alone, the increasing price of cooking oil shows no sign of slowing, leaving many operators wondering how they can reduce consumption. Now, thanks to the latest innovation in the new Vito vacuum filtration range – the Vito XM – cooking oil consumption can be reduced by as much as 50%.

One of the largest models in the Vito range, the XM combines oil filtration with simple, easy and hygienic storage and transportation. Featuring a 75-litre tank and innovative vacuum-filtration technology, operators can quickly and safely filter their used cooking oil at a rate of up to 30 litres per minute. A large, top-mounted filter is designed to collect particles up to 5 µm (200µin), ensuring even the smallest crumb and contaminant is removed from the oil, guaranteeing a consistent taste, texture and colour on foods cooked at any stage of the oil’s lifecycle.

Considered with operator safety in mind, the unique design of the Vito XM removes direct contact with used oil and can operate at temperatures of up to 200°c. Requiring less than 5 minutes to extract, filter and automatically return the oil to the frying vat, the Vito XM can even be used during a busy shift, maintaining the quality, clarity and colour of your cooking oil. By removing the manual filtration and cleaning process, the Vito XM can also help to reduce the labour demand in a busy professional kitchen.

A portable, plug-and-play design complete with robust, lockable castors delivers portability and enables the unit to be used across multiple kitchens or sites. A simple, easy-to-change filter collects the debris at the top of the unit, enabling the operator to simply remove and dispose of once cooled. An integrated warmer ensures the Vito XM is suitable for use with solid fats, while the filter basket is dishwasher safe to aid cleaning.

“At a time when cooking oil prices are rising at

solution that can reduce a kitchen’s oil consumption by as much as 50% is sure to make a huge difference.

The Vito portable range of oil filtration is a key part of the Valentine Equipment portfolio. The new Vito vacuum range, and specifically the XM, takes oil filtration to a completely new level. Designed for large sites and those with a high footfall, the unit is portable, uses a standard 240v connection and can filter as much as 30 litres of oil at temperatures of up to 200°c per minute. The unit is even capable of pumping the clean, clear and freshly filtered oil back into the vat to eliminate any contact with hot oil.”

As the exclusive distributor for leading German oil filtration manufacturer, Vito, in the UK Foodservice sector, Valentine is expanding its portfolio with the inclusion of the new Vito XM.

For more information on the Vito XM and models available in the Valentine portfolio, please visit www.valentinefryers.com or call +44 (0) 118 957 1344.

Steve Elliott, Sales Director at Valentine & CuisinEquip said

The Sausage Man Wins Multiple Great Taste Awards

The Sausage Man has been named among the top food and drink producers globally this year, picking up a total of 10 highly prized Great Taste Awards. Tasted by the experts, four varieties of The Sausage Man’s sausages and two drinks are awarded a Great Taste 1 Star and a further four drinks awarded a Great Taste 2 Star in this year’s quest for the finest food and drink products.

TThe Sausage Man has been importing authentic German sausages, charcuterie and a host of German food and drink into the UK for over 17 years. All products are carefully selected for the very best in quality, taste and cooking performance. They are the trusted supplier of premium quality German foods across retail and foodservice, with sausages being a speciality – all crafted by traditional German butchers, using time honoured family recipes.

Jörg Braese, Managing Director, The Sausage Man; “We are delighted that so many of our products’ taste and quality have been recognised with a Great Taste Award. We’ve invested time and hard work building up our

reputation with consumers, associating The Sausage Man name with a mark of quality; these awards reflect that.

“We received fantastic feedback from the thorough judging process which will further enhance our product range; the Great Taste logo is respected as a mark of excellence and we’re happy and proud for this accolade to appear on our products.”

The four winning sausages received a 1 Star Great Taste Award and excellent feedback from the judges:

Krakauer Bacon Frankfurter XXL 25cm – “A nicely made sausage. These Frankfurters made us so happy. The meat was very juicy and the smokiness and saltiness from the bacon were just perfect with a lovely lingering finish.”

Beef Hot Dog 18cm – “We would buy these! They are delicious. They look good and by golly, they taste good. We enjoyed the little touch of black pepper and thought the seasoning spot on.”

Cheese Frankfurter XXL 25cm – “A savoury moreish sausage. The soft and tasty Emmental filling melts and makes a good contrast when eaten with the firm smoky sausage. The skin has just the right amount of snap, the chunks of Emmental are generous.”

Chilli Beef Giant Frankfurter 28cm – “Innovative concept being all-beef. Visible chilli flakes are running through the sausage. On taste the heat is gentle and builds without overpowering.”

For product information, inspirational recipes and to find your foodservice distributor go to www.wholesale. sausageman.co.uk, email: info@sausageman.co.uk or call 01322 867060

McWhinney’s Sausages is proud to introduce its new Gluten Free Sausage

Something that would stand out – or more precisely something that would be able to blend in. Blend in with the rest of the McWhinney’s range and not be identifiable as a gluten free product. It is estimated that 1 in 100 people in the UK suffer from Coeliac Disease but as much as 10% of the population are intolerant and eat a gluten free diet. It has been a sad fact that much of the gluten free food on the market has been a compromise for those who were forced to eat it – Kevin set out to change that.

So, after another rigorous period of trial, error and development, McWhinney’s Sausages is proud to introduce its new Gluten Free Sausage. Made with the same prime cuts of pork as all McWhinney’s products, the sausage does not compromise in anyway: the bite is meaty, the flavour is robust and they cook to perfection every time. When asked about the Gluten Free Sausage Kevin said:

Kevin McWhinney was raised on the family’s famous secret recipe Premium Sausages. He was able (and known) to make light work of a plateful until a couple of years ago when he received the news that he suffered from Coeliac Disease and would have to give up gluten and his beloved sausages for the good of his health. Kevin, determined as ever, set about to make a sausage he could safely enjoy. As if that wasn’t enough of a task he decided that he would make a replica of the famous Premium recipe that he had enjoyed for all those years.

It took many months and many failed attempts but eventually it was created: a Gluten Free Sausage that was so close as to be nearly identical. Unfortunately the story doesn’t end there. The search for a specific flavour had an unintended side effect: that profile didn’t hold for more than a couple of months in the freezer. The team at McWhinney’s took the decision to pull it from the market as it didn’t reach the high standard customers expect and deserve from the company. It was back to the drawing board.

It quickly became obvious that that original Premium flavour was never going to be achievable in a gluten free sausage, so Kevin turned to creating something different.

“When you are a Coeliac you have a limited range of food you can eat. The majority of the foods you knew and loved before getting diagnosed are not an option any more. That is why its so important that the food you can have is high quality. Gluten Free products are, by nature, expensive given the testing requirements and procedures that have to be in place to ensure the safety of the customer but it is a price worth paying for quality. I aimed to make a product that would put the power back in the hands of those on a gluten-free diet: to a point where they can actively choose a product and not just settle for what they can get. In this,

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Liven-up menus with a Major taste of North Africa!

Caterers can now easily offer a delicious, true taste of North Africa across menus using the Moroccan Mari Base from Major – a real one pot wonder, with hundreds of uses! With its warm, aromatic flavour profile rich in a fusion of spices, customers will be quickly transported to the souks of Agadir. A welcome chance for daydreaming of far-flung shores, as the UK cost of living crisis makes foreign holiday travel a struggle for so many.

Suitable for use at any stage of the cooking process, in both hot and cold dishes, caterers will benefit from the great flexibility of the easy-to-use Moroccan Mari Base; and create a wide range of food choices. Use as a marinate for protein – it tenderises meat perfectly and can be brushed on or mixed in to deliver its true flavour – as an ingredient in sauces and dips; it’s water-based, so especially great for this – and sandwich fillings too! Or use as a base for pizzas, pastas and stir fries; even in salads and soups. A truly multiuse product, which helps caterers maximise the fun and escapism of food – a trend which is proving as important as ever, as consumers enjoy being able to eat out once more now that Covid restrictions have eased.

Speaking about the Moroccan Mari Base product, Paul Saunders, Marketing Manager at Major says:

“At Major, we’re passionate about flavour; and we’re invested in helping operators deliver a stand-out menu which encapsulates authentic tastes from around the world. Morocco and North Africa are known for their rich flavours and aromas, making their cuisine a popular choice for more and more consumers. From tagines to tangy tabbouleh, caterers can use our Moroccan Mari Base to create a plethora of food choices – from mains, to grab and go lunch boxes; starters and snacks. The flavour profile features the distinct, exotic flavours of the diverse region; combining the heat of North Africa with desert fruits, to deliver an authentic taste. It’s a great base from w\\\\\

hich to create a varied, inspiring menu – something which will really help operators set themselves apart from their competition.”

Available in 1.25 litre pots, the Moroccan Mari Base is gluten and nut free, free of artificial additives, colours and preservatives; and suitable for vegetarians.

The Major Mari Base range offers a fusion of flavours, created to inspire the popularity of global cuisines in our everyday menus. They offer tremendous versatility –operators will love their multi-use application. What’s more, for peace of mind, Major products are clearly labelled to show caterers they’re free from allergens, at a glance.

For further information about the Major Mari Base range or to learn more about the other products in the Major stocks, sauces and gravies portfolio, please visit www. majorint.com or call +44 (0)1908 242424.

HCE sets Paultons Park on the route to fast food efficiency

Paultons Park, home of Peppa Pig World, is a family-run theme park, situated in Hampshire. Having first opened their gates in 1983, the park has seen numerous upgrades – the most recent involving a brand-new three-and-a-half-acre area called Tornado Springs. In addition to new rollercoasters, a driving school and a Cyclonator, the team at Paultons saw the development as an opportunity to expand the park’s food offering as Stephen Lorton, Commercial Director explains:

“Tornado Springs was built to complement the attractions in the rest of the park. We also recognised it was an opportunity to increase our food and beverage offering – to offer greater variety, and greater capacity. This led to the construction of the Route 83 diner.”

Head of Food and Beverage at Paultons Park, Andrew Edwards, agreed, emphasising the need to be able to handle large numbers of guests quickly:

“Everyone comes for lunch in a two-hour period, so it was really important that the design of the venue allowed us to offer the speed of service to cater for large volumes.”

The team at Paultons had a theme in mind for Route 83 – but in terms of plans for the kitchen, it was a blank canvas. After having successfully completed design and installation for a number of other venues within the park, Stephen had no hesitation to call on

the skills of HCE for this latest project:

“We approached HCE with a view to designing a kitchen which fitted in with the concept of the diner. Due to the impact of the lunch time rush, the assembly stations for the burger and hotdog lines were critical to the smooth operation of Route 83. As such, HCE spent a lot of time completing 3D drawings for us to ensure that we got the final result we required.”

Andrew highlighted that a key consideration of the design was to also focus on ease of flow, and the quality of equipment. For the team at Paultons, it was critical that the kitchen was optimised to create the most efficient workflow – from deliveries and storage at the back of the

diner, the cooking lines and hot holding in the middle, to ensuring there was enough space for the front of house staff to build orders and serve customers. The result could not have been better…

“As a lot of the equipment is state of the art and very simple to use, HCE invited us to the Welbilt demo kitchen in Guildford, where we got to fully understand how the equipment would fulfil our brief.” Some of the advanced equipment that HCE incorporated into the final design includes: Merrychef E2S high speed ovens, Merco hotholding cabinet, Frymaster fryers and Garland Clam Grills - which can cook burgers within two minutes, compared to 18 minutes on the park’s old griddles. With the concentration on speed and flow, the incorporation of touchscreen ordering systems was an obvious choice, tying the design together neatly.

Andrew and Stephen summarised their experience collaborating with HCE on the design of Route 83, with Andrew commenting:

“The final kitchen that HCE has delivered on this project is absolutely superb. What we have achieved through the summer period would not have been possible without that kitchen, which is all because of HCE. The equipment and the flow of the kitchen is second to none”

Stephen agreed and highlighted how important the HCE partnership is:

“The key benefit of working with HCE was definitely the flexibility and their understanding of exactly what we were after and what we required. I would absolutely recommend HCE. Their ability to deliver on time and per the quotation, with no surprises, made the whole process significantly easier.”

Norwegian Seafood Council Annouces New UK Director

Shewill start her position in London on Sept. 1, replacing Hans Frode Kielland Asmyhr, who has headed up the NSC’s marketing activities in the UK since September 2017.

Braathen brings a wealth of experience to the role, having worked with the NSC for six years holding various international posts, including director of the NSC in China until July 2021. Since then, she returned to Norway to be head of market access and manager for its operations in Norway, is now eager to step into the new role in one of the key markets for Norwegian seafood.

Said Braathen: “I’m delighted to join the team in the UK. Working with the seafood industry is a huge privilege and I very much look forward to getting to know the market and stakeholders more closely.”

Braathen, who comes from Tromsø, holds a law degree from the University of Bergen with a specialisation in commercial law and international law of the sea. She has previous experience as a political adviser to the Minister of Fisheries and the Mayor of Tromsø Municipality.

Continues Braathen: “Over the years, the NSC has collaborated with several key industry stakeholders in the UK. I’m excited to build on these great foundations and work together with importers, distributors, retail, and foodservice alike to further strengthen the seafood partnership between Norway and the UK.

“The UK is among Norway’s closest allies and one of Norway’s major trading partners. Our relationship is one we value, and I hope to build on the outstanding work already undertaken in this market, and further develop our position in an exciting and important territory for whitefish.”

Braathen looks set to hit the ground running with a host of ventures in the pipeline including sponsorships with the National Young Chef of the Year Awards and National Fish and Chip Awards. Plus, a royal visit celebrating innovation and collaboration between Norway and the UK, showcasing Norway’s greatest export and Britain’s favourite dish, fish & chips.

Victoria Braathen has been appointed the Norwegian Seafood Council’s (NSC) new envoy to the United Kingdom.

Enjoy Sweet Profits with New PEPPADEW® Whole Sweet Piquanté Peppers

PEPPADEW®, the UK’s No. 1 pepper brand is bringing its Whole Sweet Piquanté Peppers to foodservice nationally with Bidfood.

The uniquely sweet and tangy peppers are the ultimate vegan ingredient! PEPPADEW® Whole Sweet Piquanté Peppers work with a variety of dishes, from pizzas and pastas, salads and sides to Asian power bowls and mezze platters. Their sweet tangy taste means they’re delicious in dips and salsas, can be used to pep up breads, sandwiches or wraps and even sweet treats such as truffles. Satisfyingly crunchy in texture, these versatile whole peppers can be chopped, stuffed or sprinkled, allowing caterers to quickly and easily update and customise a broad range of dishes and food items to increase profits.

As the nation’s favourite pepper brand , operators can also enjoy the benefits of having the PEPPADEW® brand on their menu and appeal to the 72% of consumers who say they find the presence of known brands a sign of a quality establishment .

Speaking about the latest addition to the growing PEPPADEW® foodservice range, Lukasz Lubasinski, Commercial Director, PEPPACO Ltd. said:

“At PEPPACO Ltd. we’re passionate about giving chefs high quality ingredients that are not only tasty but also make a practical and flexible addition to kitchens. Consumers can’t get enough of PEPPADEW® and with three quarters of people wanting to see more exciting vegetarian choices on menus , our Whole Sweet Piquanté Peppers allow you to bring new interest to a whole host of every day and popular dishes – including vegetarian and vegan - without having to overhaul your entire menu.”

With so many ways to use PEPPADEW® Whole Sweet

Piquanté Peppers, chefs and operators will also be able to take advantage of the growing demand for customisable dishes and sides (+11%yoy,) and charge a premium for the option.

Lukasz adds:

“Now more than ever ingredients need to work hard in the kitchen, across a range of dishes and menus. PEPPADEW® Whole Sweet Piquanté Peppers can be added whole, chopped or sprinkled on to an extensive selection of dishes - from pizzas and pasta to salads and wraps to name a few.

By giving PEPPADEW® fans the choice to customise their meal, operators can charge that little more and pep up their profits in the process.”

FREE Foodservice PEPPADEW® Sweet Piquanté Pepper Recipe Booklet!

To inspire chefs and caterers, PEPPADEW® has created a free downloadable recipe booklet. Packed full of simple and tasty foodservice focused recipes, to help pep up your menu, it includes:

• Kalamata Olive and PEPPADEW® Sweet Piquanté Pepper Focaccia

• The Bright Red Grilled Cheese loaded with Chorizo and PEPPADEW® Sweet Piquanté

• Falafel and PEPPADEW® Sweet Piquanté Pepper Wrap with Tahini Sauce

• Rainbow Salad and Chicken Power Bowl with PEPPADEW® Sweet Piquanté Peppers

• Spinach and Chicken Crust Pizza topped with PEPPADEW® Sweet Piquanté Peppers

• Avocado and Peperonata Rigatoni with PEPPADEW® Sweet Piquanté Peppers.

The booklet can be downloaded now from https:// peppadewfoodservice.co.uk/sweet-piquante-peppers/. With a long-life storage to minimise waste, PEPPADEW®

Whole Sweet Piquanté Peppers are available now from Bidfood in 3kg tins. Perfect for prepping, they can be chilled, frozen, baked, fried and grilled or enjoyed fresh.

PEPPADEW® International has been the trusted global supplier to retailers and foodservice operators for over 25 years, in 25 countries. Famed for their Sweet Piquanté Peppers, PEPPADEW® maintains a first-to-market approach with exclusive and unique offerings, including new PEPPADEW® Bites.

To find out more visit https://peppadewfoodservice. co.uk/sweet-piquante-peppers/

JESTIC ARE SET TO PAINT CKS GREEN AT 2022 SHOW

Leading

catering equipment distributor Jestic Foodservice Solutions are quite literally taking a stand against rising oil, energy and food prices by showcasing the greenest solutions in their portfolio on stand CK425.

Featuring key brands and products such as the MKN Grease Collection System, the Henny Penny Evolution Elite Fryer and the Frontline Oil Management System, the Jestic Foodservice Solutions ‘green corner’ will highlight how venues can reduce energy consumption, lower utility bills and cut sundry costs, including cooking oil, by installing the right equipment and adopting the correct processes. With a dedicated and knowledgeable team on hand to discuss both the culinary and technical elements of making your kitchen and venue more sustainable, a visit to the Jestic green corner could be financially beneficial.

Close by on their second stand - CK320 – will be home to the latest innovations within Jestic’s portfolio. This includes Xpresschef accelerated ovens, the Sveba Dahlen Beyond Black P402 pizza oven and an Icetro Soft Serve Ice Cream Machines. With a live cooking area, visitors to stand CK320 will be able to sample and taste a range of delicious hot and cold foods.

As a long-term distributor of some of the industries most trusted brands including Vitamix, Mibrasa, Antunes, Moduline, Elmeco, Metro and Carlisle, Jestic is perfectly placed to offer advice, knowledge, equipment and culinary expertise to a range of operators from chain restaurants

to independent outlets.

Michael Eyre, Product Director for Jestic Foodservice is delighted to be leading these live-cooking demonstrations and will be considering rising concerns such as staff shortages and rising food and gas prices:

“As energy costs continue to rise, and staff shortages becomes a more common issue, we expect stand visitors will want to learn about the latest innovations that can counteract these issues – all whilst delivering exceptional foods results, fast.

Our stands at CKS will become a place for advising and demonstrating how operators can counteract these very issues at the same time as meeting increasingly high customer expectations.”

For more information on Jestic Foodservice Solutions please visit www.jestic.co.uk or call 01892 831960.

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Funnybones’ Single Portions Make Introducing Caribbean Food Easy and Waste-Free

Funnybones’ is making it easier than ever for operators to introduce authentic Caribbean food to their venues, without worrying about waste, thanks to the new Caribbean Irie Eats range of individual portions

Delivered frozen in packs of 6, and wrapped in ecofriendly, heat stable packaging, operators can be confident the range is good for business, and good for the planet. Marja Lawrence, Commercial Manager Foodservice and Export at Funnybones, is excited about what the individual portions could mean for pubs, cafes, and restaurants;

“We’re absolutely delighted to be able to offer our popular range of Irie Eats meals as individual portions. We know from our customers that having our deliciously authentic Caribbean food available as single portions makes it much easier for operators to confidently add them to their menu, secure in the knowledge they’re easy to stock, so they’ll be able to meet demand, without worrying about unnecessary food waste.”

The convenient portions are available in five sensational choices, each bursting with flavour. Vegan-friendly Callaloo Stew; a dark, leafy, kale-like veg, mixed with tomatoes, peppers, onions, and coconut milk for a hearty, creamy, feel-good stew. Sweet, spicy, and sticky Rice ‘n’ Peas – a classic combination of red kidney beans, rice, and coconut milk, with thyme, and aromatic spices, served with almost every Caribbean meal. Curried Mutton, combining lean, diced, mutton with potatoes and carrots in a medium spiced sauce. And finally, traditional Jerk comprised of scotch bonnet, pimento and traditional herbs and spices,

available with delicious Chicken or juicy Pork. Easily Britain’s favourite Caribbean flavour, both Jerk Chicken and Jerk Pork are classed as a medium heat, and leave a tingling more-ish impression that’ll have customers eager to return for more.

Once defrosted, the meals can be kept chilled for up to five days. Operators interested in creating larger batches of mouth-watering Caribbean, Mexican, or Americana dishes can utilise Funnybones’ wide range of sauces, rubs, and marinades to create the perfect dish to suit their menu.

Specialists in authentic, premium quality German sausages, The Sausage Man, offers five bestselling sausages from its extensive range to kick off the Sausage2Go launch; choose from delicious Bratwurst, Bacon Krakauer, Cheese Frankfurters, Chilli Beef or Vegan Hot Dogs to entice custom.

All sausages are fully cooked, ready to eat and reheat, and are supplied chilled or frozen, benefiting from a long shelf life. The sausages are offered for sale accompanied by high quality brioche baguettes from bakery brand St Pierre.

The Sausage2Go unit, made by Flexeserve, the specialists in hot-holding, flexible merchandising solutions, facilitates the latest ground-breaking, patented air recirculation technology, retaining heat without over-cooking for perfect food condition, superior flavour and texture, and no moisture loss throughout the day.

Sausage2Go couldn’t be easier to use; no catering experience is required, and user-friendly control panels set over individual zones can be independently used to allow greater energy efficiency. Unit sizes range from countertop to freestanding with front and rear loading options, tailored to individual needs. Branding and packaging featuring The Sausage Man’s eye-catching visuals will also be available to further enhance the offer.

For operators, the unit couldn’t be simpler to use and is especially useful for quick serve situations; on using the Sausage2Go unit at Ashton Gate Stadium Bristol, Dave Gorwill, Concessions Manager was impressed by its efficiency and by the popularity of The Sausage Man’s product; “When we launched the 150g Porky Hot Dogs from The Sausage Man, we were surprised how quickly they sold - we had to cook more before kick-off! We restocked again for the break and the fans seemed to love the sausages so much that this will become one of our biggest selling food items.”

For product information, inspirational recipes and to find your foodservice distributor go to www.wholesale. sausageman.co.uk, email info@sausageman.co.uk or call 01322 867060

Launched at this year’s Casual Dining Show, The Sausage Man’s Sausage2Go unit, presents the perfect hot-hold solution for caterers across all sectors wishing to offer hot dogs as a quick serve or grab and go option

KTC Completes Switch to 100% Certified Segregated Sustainable Palm Oil

This marks the successful achievement of its 2019 pledge to make the switch to RSPO certified sustainable segregated palm oil by the end of 2022, after signing up to the RSPO Shared Responsibility Initiative. Previously, the company had offered a selection of certified sustainable options, including segregated and Mass Balance, alongside a smaller quantity of non-certified palm.

Over the last three years, KTC has been phasing out the remainder of these non-certified and lower certification (Mass Balance) palm products – replacing them with certified segregated sustainable options. To drive this transition, the company has been engaging with and educating customers on the benefits of sustainable alternatives, developing new products and proactively encouraging them to make the switch.

Gary Lewis, Chief Commercial Officer at KTC, said: “We recognise the social and environmental impact of our business and wider supply chain. Palm oil can be a truly sustainable option, as long as it’s grown in a responsible manner – and today, 100% of our palm we offer is RSPO certified segregated sustainable.

“We’re really proud to have achieved the milestone on

schedule – and it’s the blueprint for the future direction of the KTC brand. We will continue to make improvements on sustainable palm, while working hard to improve the sustainability credentials of other key commodities.”

Achieving this milestone has been a key aspect of KTC’s wider sustainability plans. The company has been investing heavily in leading the way on sustainable sourcing to achieve a greener future for the oil and fat industry, from the farms and plantations to manufacturing and delivery. In addition to actively promoting sustainable practice across all their palm oil suppliers, the company has specific goals in place for traceability. These include having traceability back to 100% of the mills used in their supply chain and plans to increase their traceability back to the plantation from 23% to 50% over the next 12 months.

Founded in 1972, KTC Edibles employs more than 275 people across two UK sites in Wednesbury and Liverpool. The company supplies more than 250m litres of cooking oils to customers of all sizes across the UK food industry each year.

Additional information about KTC’s sustainability pledges can be found at https://www.ktcoilsandfats.co.uk/.

KTC Edibles Ltd, Britain’s largest independent distributor of edible oils, is now offering only 100% segregated certified sustainable palm oil to its customers.

Aimia Foods spice up their range of 1883 Syrups with Pumpkin Spice, Gingerbread and Cinnamon

Teading UK food and drink manufacturer Aimia Foods is excited to announce that they have expanded their range of 1883 syrups with three new additions: Pumpkin Spice, Gingerbread and Cinnamon.

An ideal option for baristas and foodservice operators that want to create top quality, seasonal beverages, 1883 Pumpkin Spice, Gingerbread and Cinnamon syrups can be used to transform standard beverages into a seasonal, limited-edition options, as Karen Green, Marketing Manager at Aimia Foods, enthuses:

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“Consumers love to get into the spirit of the season, particularly as we approach Halloween and Christmas when customers crave the taste of exotic, wintery spices.

By adding a shot of 1883 Cinnamon syrup, baristas can satisfy this demand, transforming a standard latte, cappuccino or hot chocolate into a wintery delight – one that packs a spicy and sweet punch and can be charged for at a premium, especially when served in an aesthetic way.

With all the aromas and irresistible taste of a classic gingerbread recipe, 1883 Gingerbread syrup can be used in the same way, with subtle notes of cinnamon and ginger powering

through, making it an ideal addition to many hot beverages. Particularly popular in the run-up to Halloween, Pumpkin Spice 1883 syrup captures all the intensity of pumpkin, enhanced by notes of cinnamon, ginger, clove and nutmeg, making it an ideal option for baristas that want to share a slice of the profit opportunity that pumpkin spiced lattes have to offer.”

Steeped in history, every 1883 syrup has been expertly crafted since 1883 and is always made with finest ingredients including pure cane sugar and water from the French Alps in which surround 1883’s home. What’s more, the natural properties of 1883 syrups ensure consistent quality without any need for preservatives.

Due to the impressive high concentration of 1883 syrups, a bottle has an extremely good yield compared to competitors with just 8ml per pump. To put this into perspective, from a single 1 litre bottle of Pumpkin Spice syrup, baristas can create up to 125 pumpkin spice hot drinks or 63 cold drinks based on an 8oz cup.

To find your nearest stockist, or for more information on 1883, contact Aimia Foods on 01942 4086000 or visit www.aimiafoods.com

Carpigiani Delivers A Dream Machine Introducing The V-Dream

Carpigiani UK announces the new V-Dream, ‘plug and play’ with the V-Dream and create a continuous supply of frozen cocktails/drinks.

This visually stunning machine creates impact and talkability with its sleek appearance and colour change LED sequence; for unbeatable performance, consistent delivery of frozen cocktails, ease of use and sustainability the V-Dream is the perfect addition to a business.

According to CGA, “On Premise cocktail sales were worth £664m in the first quarter of 2022—an impressive 8% more than in the first quarter of 2020” and it is this continuous growth that has prompted the team at Carpigiani to bring the V-Dream to the UK hospitality market.

Paul Ingram, Managing Director at Carpigiani UK explains more,

“We’ve seen incredible growth for cocktails within the UK and notably frozen cocktails that can be easily and quickly dispensed. With cocktail bars opening all over the country, a machine like the V-Dream is a quick and easy way to drive sales and profit. Added to this, the V-Dream offers the ‘theatre’ that cocktail lovers enjoy with its LED display, it lights up a venue and stands out, drawing attention. For operators looking for a fast return and an easy entry into the cocktail market, the V-Dream is the answer.”

Featuring Carpigiani’s exclusive vertical ventilation technology, the V-Dream can be installed without clearance space and at only 40cm wide it offers unbeatable performance and results as well as a stunning design. The direct drive cylinder mixer motor and brushless hopper mixer motor deliver improved efficiencies, and reliability as well as reducing noise output making the V-Dream ideal for front of house positions. With the Carpigiani QR code on the front of the machine, operators can easily access the latest product information, care kit and cleaning information, and it connects to Teorema, Carpigiani’s online portal that provides analysis of usage, efficiency, cleaning cycles and even alerts the operator to any potential malfunctions, while also allowing dedicated Carpigiani engineers remote diagnostic support when required. The renowned Carpigiani installation and training package comes as standard and should any help with recipes or mix

be required, Carpigiani are on hand to assist. Combining usability and sustainability, the high capacity machine is incredibly easy to use. Simply pour the chosen cocktail mixture into the 18l hopper, press to create, and after only 20 minutes, serve a perfectly frozen drink.

Supplying 125 x 400ml servings per hour, the V-Dream delivers frozen drinks within an impressive 20 minutes of initial start-up and then offers continuous supply at a perfect consistency by simply topping up the hopper.

Running from a 13amp plug, the V-Dream is perfect for a countertop, front of house and is ready to go to create additional profit for any operation looking to offer frozen cocktails/drinks.

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For more information on the Carpigiani V-Dream or for details of the Carpigiani range, please visit www.carpigiani. co.uk or call 01432 346018

Chill!

We’re reducing food waste and unnecessary costs

With energy prices at their all time high, it’s more essential than ever to ensure equipment is operating at maximum efficiency to reduce costs. In particular, refrigeration units can be a massive expense, as one of the few pieces of kit which operates 24/7. With over 30 years’ experience, Monika’s temperature monitoring equipment can aid operators, not only in food safety compliance, but also in tracking equipment performance.

A discreet sensor inside the refrigeration unit simulates the temperature of food items for greater accuracy, rather than the air inside the unit. Staff can be nominated to receive alerts should the unit move outside a pre-set safe temperature range; enabling teams to relocate perishable items before they spoil, reducing food waste and unnecessary costs. These alerts also help identify faulty equipment – helping managers address flaws before they become expensive repairs, or make the decision to invest in new, more efficient equipment. Monika’s temperature monitoring systems are also appropriate for use in cold rooms, freezers, and warewashers, so operators can have confidence in their kitchen equipment across the board.

Thanks to Monika’s smart cloud connected system, managers can access the dashboard from any mobile, desktop, or Monika’s handheld PA device – even when offsite. This is ideal for multi-site businesses. The ability to view multiple locations from one system provides insight regarding equipment performance, and identifying potential staff training opportunities, further helping maximise efficiency.

Team members can receive audio and visual task reminders through Monika’s task manager module, ensuring that no hygiene task is missed again. Scheduling regular cleaning of commercial refrigeration units can greatly extend their longevity, further helping minimise operator costs. The fully auditable log means managers are able to view if a task has been completed, when, and by whom – eradicating the potential for human error or miscommunication.

Monika is dedicated to ensuring customers get the most out of our system, which is why a dedicated team of engineers will not only install Monika equipment and provide full training on use and maintenance, but also provide an annual service to ensure equipment longevity and maximum efficiency.

For more information contact www.monika.com or call +44 (0)1664 420022

By Keith Hopewell,

Sweet & Savoury Pies & Pastries

“The Federation of Bakers estimates the UK bakery market to be worth over £3.9 billion, and one of the fastest growing food sectors in the UK. Innovation driving the sector means there is an abundance of choice of baked products, with solutiondriven specialists like Pidy leading the way

All Pidy pastry products have an ambient shelf life of nine months plus, meaning they’re an ideal option for operators looking to reduce costs and buy in bulk. Chefs won’t have to worry about expiry dates and food waste, with Pidy pastry bases being quick and convenient to fill as required. Operators instead have time to experiment with delicious fillings, and can make use of seasonal produce – further helping reduce costs. The range features a plethora of product-specific solutions, but Pidy’s classic neutral, sweet, and chocolate tartlet bases remain among the most popular.

Cost savvy operators will also appreciate the versatility of Pidy’s products. For example, Pidy’s quiche bases make wonderful pie bases. Simply pour in your filling of choice, and top with puff or shortcrust pastry. This tactic is particularly useful for venues suffering from staff shortages as it is quick, easy, and cost effective. For a more traditional quiche offering, operators could take inspiration from Pidy’s Quiche Margherita. Spread some mozzarella on the bottom of a Pidy quiche base, then pour over beaten eggs and cream. Sprinkle cherry tomatoes coated in olive oil, oregano, and salt, then top with more mozzarella. Bake for 20 minutes at 170C then a further 15 minutes at 150C, and garnish with fresh basil leaves and voila! Not only is this a healthy alternative to pizza, it’s also ideal to offer as a takeaway option, making it perfect for short-staffed venues who want to increase revenue without putting strain on staff.

Comparatively, freshly made baked goods are extremely time-consuming to prepare, which is particularly true of complex vegan or gluten-free recipes. Making pastry bases in house also carries the risk of inconsistent quality or an

uneven aesthetic – a risk which can be eliminated with Pidy products, which includes vegan and gluten-free options to maximise customer appeal. The bases look amazing, while also benefiting from the crisp, golden, buttery finish that Pidy has become famous for, giving them a homemade taste.

For more information on the Pidy pastry range please visit www.pidy.co.uk, call 01604 705 666. To keep up to date with the latest news from Pidy UK see @PidyUK on twitter or search for ‘Pidy UK’ on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin or YouTube.

Grade A Endorsement

Heinz Professional Mayonnaise awarded Grade A endorsement and ‘rarely seen’ score by Craft Guild of Chefs

Kraft Heinz Foodservice’s Professional Mayonnaise has been awarded the highest of accolades from the Craft Guild of Chefs (CGOC) – the leading chefs’ association in the UK – achieving Grade A status, and the highest score in its category in recent years.

The multi-purpose product, which launched into the foodservice market last summer as a ‘Made by chefs, for chefs’ solution to culinary needs in professional kitchens, was put through rigorous testing by highly experienced chefs via the CGOC’s Chefs Product Endorsement Programme.

With the ability to blend, fry, carry flavour and hold through high heat, Heinz Professional Mayonnaise scored 169 out of 180, a result rarely seen in the industry.

Andrew Green, Chief Executive of the Craft Guild of Chefs, said: “Heinz Professional Mayonnaise received a stunning approval score when sampled by our panel of chefs which is a fantastic achievement and something we don’t often see. Its overall success in its performance clearly came through in the judging, so it really deserves its rating.

“It is a superior product that meets the criteria any chef would want and expect when using a condiment such as this. This will go a long way in providing the culinary world with a go-to which helps make ingredients shine,

elevates menus, and excites diners. Well done Kraft Heinz Foodservice.”

The CGOC-selected chefs who formed the testing panel – Mark Reynolds, Executive Chef at Tottenham Football Club, Matt Owens, Development Chef for Alliance Group and Andrew Green, Chief Executive of Craft Guild of Chefs

– gave Heinz Professional Mayonnaise particular praise for its ‘consistency and versatility’, as well as its ‘indulgent, tasty and stable’ qualities as a key kitchen ingredient.

Comments included: “It held well and there were no signs of any splitting or separating – even with excess beating and blending. It also took well to other items being added to it, without losing too much from the consistency.”

And, “It works very well when [adding] various ingredients –Sri Lankan, sriracha, herb oils etc. and with the slight acidic notes, it really did help to bring out the flavours added.”

Culinary Sales Manager at The Kraft Heinz Company, Lawrence Ager, said: “This is an incredible triumph for Heinz Professional Mayonnaise. This is a product that is made by chefs, for chefs, and promises to assist them in producing exciting dishes to entice their customers.

“We took a lot of time and care to develop this as an innovative solution to suit so many culinary requirements within the pub, restaurant, and casual dining arena. CGOC’s feedback certainly reflects the hard work we have put in to creating such a high-quality product and now with the CGOC ‘Approved Product’ distinction, it is confirmation of our promise that our mayonnaise is ‘the one quality ingredient to meet all chefs’ culinary needs.”

Let them eat ambient cake!

Available in neutral or cocoa, the sponge sheets benefit from an ambient shelf life of over four months – and can also be frozen to extend longevity and provide greater convenience. This makes them ideal for quickly creating mouth-watering desserts.

Thanks to their subtle taste, the neutral sponge sheets can even be used to complement savoury dishes as canapés, or sandwich style tapas – whilst also being sweet enough to act as the perfect vessel for traditional sweet toppings.

The cocoa sponge sheets are equally versatile, whether operators want to create an indulgent chocoholic dream, or utilise the current trend of pairing chocolate with tart, citrus fruit. The flexible sheets can be shaped into a variety of extraordinary shapes, whilst remaining light, yet dense and indulgent in texture.

Fabien Levet, Commercial Director at Pidy UK is excited to add the new products to Pidy’s range;

“We’re delighted to be able to offer operators even more convenience with our ambient sponge sheets. They’re versatile enough to be used with a range of fantastic flavours, whether that’s sweet or savoury. It’s also a great staple to have on hand all year-round, as operators can adapt the toppings to get the best out of seasonal tastes.”

The ambient sponge sheets join their frozen counterparts, which are available in neutral, and choco – while Pidy’s frozen joconde sheets are available in neutral, choco and nut, raspberry, and pistachio. Joconde’s are defined by their use of whole eggs and confectionary sugar, compared to sponge sheets’ use of egg whites and granulated sugar – making the sponge sheets fluffier and sweeter. Both the frozen sheets and joconde have a frozen shelf life of 12 months. Defrosted in a matter of hours, the sheets then guarantee quality for up to 48 hours.

For more information on the Pidy range, please visit www.pidy. co.uk or call 01604 705666.

Belgian bakery specialists Pidy have expanded their innovative dessert portfolio with their new ambient sponge sheets

MERRYCHEF CONNEX® 16 DELIVERS LARGEST CAVITY TO FOOTPRINT RATIO

The Next Generation of High-Speed Ovens

GUILDFORD, UK – September 2022 Hot on the heels of the Merrychef conneX® 12 launch earlier this year, Merrychef is set to transform the high-speed oven sector again with the breakthrough conneX® 16. Boasting a large 16” cavity in just an 18” wide footprint, the larger sibling in the conneX range comes fully connected, with a state of the art 7” high definition screen and cook times 80% faster than traditional methods. With its larger internal cavity, the new conneX® 16 has the flexibility to ‘batch’ cook to hold popular food items, helping operators to handle busy trading periods with ease speeding up order delivery and reducing queues.

Colin Lacey, VP and Managing Director of Merrychef sees the oven opening up high speed cooking to even more venues:

“The conneX® 16 once again breaks new ground in the high-speed oven sector. Addressing sector demands for space, speed and ease of use, its game changing size and out of the box connectivity, sets the conneX® 16 apart from any other equipment available. To have a 16”x16” cavity in an oven that is just 18” wide and which can sit on a 700mm counter top is an industry first and opens up significant new opportunities for operators across many sectors.”

With Wi-fi and ethernet connectivity as standard, uploading menus can now be done simply at the touch of button. A 12-month free subscription to the powerful and market leading Welbilt KitchenConnect® ecosystem, provides operators with a full range of monitoring and diagnostic information, and the ability to remotely push menus to their ovens.

Easy to install, with energy saving efficiencies, the conneX® 16 features quick pre-heat and cool down times and reduced energy in standby. Steve Hemsil, Sales Director, UK & Ireland at Welbilt, believes the larger model expands the capabilities of the high-speed ovens category:

“The new conneX® 16 allows the operator to cook more food at the same time. Whether that’s 4x paninis in 1 minute, fish fingers and fries in 110 seconds or a 16” pizza in just 90 seconds, the greater capacity and rapid cooking times makes the conneX® 16 a ‘must have’ piece of equipment for operators looking to speed up serving times, reduce queues and maximise profit.”

The Merrychef conneX® range features two high-speed ovens, the conneX® 12, available in standard or high-power versions and boasting a 12” cavity in a 14” width oven and the conneX® 16 with its revolutionary 16” cavity in an 18” width oven – the smallest footprint to cavity ratio available.

For further information on the new Merrychef conneX® range or any of our high-speed ovens, please visit, https://info.merrychef.com/connex

Refrigeration firm launches Energy Cost Calculator to focus on total cost of operations

As part of a wider sustainability drive, True Refrigeration has unveiled a new online tool to compare energy usage, carbon consumption and long-term operating costs of commercial refrigeration products

Leading commercial refrigeration manufacturer True Refrigeration has launched a brand new Energy Cost Calculator this month.

The new online tool allows volume food and beverage operators and commercial kitchen specifiers to compare like for like refrigeration products to calculate annual energy usage and CO2 emissions, as well as get a lifetime estimate of potential operation costs and environmental savings.

True’s Energy and Greenhouse Gas Equivalencies Calculator for Commercial Refrigeration enables users to enter the volume of units, provide data from the fridge’s energy label and submit the Kilowatt per hour (KWh) energy cost from a utility bill. They can then select from four categories of fridge units to get a calculation of annual operating costs, estimated lifetime cost and CO2 production, comparing True with other products on the market.

Once the data is submitted, users are provided with a one-page report showing which products have been compared, the estimated total running cost and energy saving for one year and over a 10-year period. The report also provides the unnecessary environmental impact equivalent of the refrigeration units compared, this is expressed as the number vehicles on the road, trees cut down or annual home energy in a graphic illustration.

Scott Jones, True Refrigeration’s Sales and Key Account Director for the UK & Ireland said: “Energy efficiency is essential in tackling climate change as part of being a responsible business. It has never been more important to understand the type of refrigeration equipment you own, what it is costing

you to operate and maintain it and the potential impact on your organisations carbon footprint and sustainability targets.

“Operators need to understand and factor into their purchase decision not only the initial capital cost of equipment, but also the operating costs over the lifetime of the product. Our calculator is intended to give an estimate of the lifetime electrical (kilowatt-hours) savings that could be achieved by choosing energy efficient products from True compared to others on the market. It also provides relatable Greenhouse Gas equivalency metrics to assist with carbon reduction goals.”

True has been developing its natural refrigerant range since 2007 through its Hydrocarbon (HC) Initiative, by using R290 as an alternative refrigerant. This has low ozone-depleting properties and extremely low Greenhouse Warming Potential (GWP), making it one of the most climate-friendly and cost-effective refrigerants on the market.

Scott concludes: “The new tool, available via True’s website, is part of a wider sustainability drive to provide energy efficient commercial refrigeration, advice, support and consultancy to operators wanting to meet their sustainability goals.”

From under counter units to upright cabinets, glass door or air display units, the True Energy Cost Calculator provides a handy, visual comparison of potential cost and environmental savings that can be made when purchasing multiple units.

For more information about True’s Energy Cost Calculator visit: https://truerefrigeration.co.uk/ energy-cost-calculator/.

Scott Jones

MONEY MATTERS

Reaching boiling point: high-pressure conditions for delivery drivers linked to increased risks of road accidents

The COVID-19 pandemic changed the business infrastructure of many organisations, creating a physical barrier preventing potential clients from travelling to their establishment. In a time when the population was penned inside, many businesses in the food and drink industry opted to bring their products to the client’s doorstep. This model resulted in the number of delivery drivers on the road skyrocketing, in parallel to the ever-increasing number of online delivery orders.

Delivery drivers in the UK typically use two-wheeled transportation methods, including bikes, scooters and mopeds, placing them as some of the most vulnerable road users. Serious injury solicitors Potter Rees Dolan has investigated this changing road environment, using its expertise to highlight the potential risks that delivery drivers face when undertaking their highpressure work.

Here, we will explore how delivery drivers feel about the pressures of the job, exploring how to alleviate the causes of road accidents, and noting the ways in which road safety can be improved.

Higher pressure linked to bigger risk-taking

In 2018, University College London undertook a survey of drivers in the gig economy and their potentially heightened risk of traffic collisions. The survey looked at pressures that drivers face on a daily basis, instigated by the nature of the work - but reinforced by the organisation themselves.

Ten per cent of riders sustain an injury

The survey’s findings highlight that the rising number of delivery riders may have coincided with an elevated number of risks faced on the road. With 42% of those surveyed noting damage to their vehicle whilst working, and ten per cent reporting an injury, there is an indication that gig riders are at more risk of being involved in an accident.

Such high rates of injuries and damage to vehicles incurred whilst working indicates that organisations need to be doing more to implement safety regulations to protect their drivers. Providing better support from the outset is vital to instil safe working practices, which would reduce the need for risk-taking and driving while tired and stressed.

Two thirds of delivery drivers not given safety training or equipment

Many workers have time-sensitive work, so it is up to the employer to instate safeguarding initiatives to protect their employees. Despite this, 63% of those surveyed are not provided with safety training on managing the risks on the road. Furthermore, 65% said to have not been given any safety equipment, such as a hi-vis vest. The result of this is drivers having to take safety into their own hands, with 70% having to provide their own safety equipment.

The most common causes of accidents reported were:

• Pressure to deliver quickly

• Being distracted by delivery-related software

• Tiredness

• Taking additional risks whilst on the road to ensure that food was delivered on time

Potter Rees Dolan understands that a high-pressure working environment and additional stress from needing to meet work targets can lead to impaired mental and physical output. For drivers, this means an increased risk of being involved in a road traffic accident.

Organisations should take more responsibility

The risks of an increased delivery driver force and the need for rider protection has been called for since at least 2007, when Transport for London conducted a study into the level of support that drivers receive from hiring organisations.

The UK Government implemented a number of laws that provide legal guidelines protecting courier and food delivery drivers, named the Courier Code. This code requires a minimum level of competence for drivers, including holding a valid licence to operate a motorised vehicle. However, when prompted, 91% of food delivery drivers were not aware of the Courier Code. A further 54% of food delivery drivers did not know whether they were signed up to the Code, and a further 26% reported not being signed up.

A conclusion from the study highlights the need for greater rider safety, both in terms of the protection given to them by their hiring organisations and from awareness of this road user type by others on the road. The study, now over 15 years old, shows that this push for greater rider safety is not new - so what needs to be done to change?

Through better education, safety training and the provision of safety equipment, businesses can reduce the risk that riders face. Implementing working procedures to reduce the pressure that riders face will also benefit them greatly; this can be facilitated by opening up a dialogue involving workers, employers and the general public, to understand what is causing stress for riders, and quantify the factors that are playing the biggest role in increasing the likelihood of road incidents.

Deliveroo’s response

Following our investigation, we reached out to Deliveroo for a response. The company provided the following statement:

“We were amongst the first food delivery platforms to provide free personal accident and third-party liability insurance to all self-employed riders we work with globally. This cover is provided free of charge, and protects riders from their very first order with Deliveroo in the event of an accident or injury sustained while working. Riders are given payments for specific injuries and income support for periods when they cannot work. All riders, regardless

of vehicle type, are automatically covered when they sign up.

“In September 2021, we introduced new insurance to provide riders enhanced protection in several markets. The new insurance coverage includes earnings support for riders working regularly with the company who are unwell and unable to work for more than seven days (backdated to day one).

“This insurance also supports riders who are growing their families, by adding a market-leading lump sum payment for parents to celebrate the birth of a child. This means riders can take time off to be with their new families, and feel financially supported during this exciting time. This applies to adoptions and surrogacy births too, so it is as inclusive as possible.”

Full details on the insurance support Deliveroo provides its

riders can be found at https://riders.deliveroo.co.uk/en/support/ new-riders/what-does-deliveroos-free-rider-insurance-cover

Receiving financial compensation following a road incident

If you have been involved in a road traffic accident, you may be owed financial compensation. Our team specialises in serious and personal injuries, having helped many drivers receive the financial compensation they were due. To speak to a professional and understand the options available to you, call our team on 0800 027 2557 or get in touch by email at info@prd.uk.com.

Potter Rees Dolan is a firm of serious injury solicitors that provides high-quality legal services for people who have sustained a serious injury or live with a disability.

Unox demonstrates its commitment to mental health awareness through a partnership with The Burnt Chef Project

Launched in 2019, The Burnt Chef Project has been a driving force in eradicating the stigma around mental health in the hospitality industry. Now, leading global equipment manufacturer, Unox has placed its support behind the cause by becoming the charity’s first Equipment Supply Partner.

Research shows that as many as four in five hospitality professionals have experienced mental health difficulties in their career, yet almost half (46%) would not feel comfortable talking about it with their colleagues. The Burnt Chef Project is a not-for-profit social enterprise that helps to raise awareness, provides support and delivers tailored educational programmes to those across the industry.

Becoming the charity’s first Equipment Supply Partner, Unox is committed to supporting the work of The Burnt Chef Project through commercial fundraising, driving awareness, and hosting events. This includes the provision of dedicated event space, complete with state-of-the-art audio-visual technology which can be used for virtual training sessions.

Highlighting the importance of the partnership, Scott Duncan, Managing Director at Unox UK comments:

“Working in the foodservice and hospitality industry can be highly rewarding, but also notoriously tough – something that can have a significant impact on the mental health of operators and those in the wider supply chain.

At Unox, we are committed to supporting our customers, colleagues and our team, by raising awareness of the challenges and helping to remove the stigma around mental health issues. We are immensely proud to become the first Equipment Supply Partner of The Burnt Chef Project and we are looking forward to working with Kris and the team both here in the UK and through our global Unox team around the world. Supporting the partnership, we are delighted that our Unox Head Office team in Italy has agreed to match our UK fundraising total in the next year.”

Over the coming months and into 2023, Unox UK has committed to initially fund 285 licences to The Burnt Chef Project’s Thrive Mental Wellbeing app, a total of more than £10,000. The app, which is trusted by the NHS, is available in nine languages and features 24/7 support, a confidential inapp chat function with a trained therapist and the ability for users to track their feelings. The app also contains a complete library of wellbeing training, webinars and sessions which can be accessed at any time.

Going forward, Unox UK is planning a calendar of events, challenges and fundraising initiatives to support the work of the charity. On the announcement of Unox becoming the first Equipment Supply Partner, Kris Hall, Founder of The Burnt Chef Project adds:

“It’s fantastic to have such a prominent global brand as Unox committing to support The Burnt Chef Project going forward. Raising awareness of mental health challenges in the hospitality industry is crucial, particularly as the pandemic and now the cost-of-living crisis is having such an impact on so many.

Through Unox’s commitment to fundraising and ongoing support, we will be able to offer even more free, confidential support to even more people. This includes 250 licences to our bespoke Mental Wellbeing App, something that’s trusted by the NHS, blue light services and local authorities. We look forward to working with Unox in the UK and around the world.”

Further information about Unox’s fundraising events, activities and opportunities for others across the supply to get involved in supporting The Burnt Chef Project will be announced in due course. To find out more about The Burnt Chef Project please visit www.theburntchefproject.com. To access free, confidential support 24 hours a day, text BURNTCHEF to 85258 (UK) or HOME to 741741 (USA and Canada).

For more information about Unox, please visit www.unox.com or call +44 (0)1252 851 522.

MONEY MATTERS

Scotland’s ‘best’ fish and chip shop casts its net for nation’s top apprentice fish frier

A fish and chip shop and restaurant which was named the best in Scotland earlier this year is casting its net across the country in a fresh search to find its first apprentice fish frier.

East Coast Fish & Chips takeaway in Musselburgh, East Lothian, was recently named the best in Scotland and one of the top 10 in the UK by The Sunday Times. It also won the title of one of the 50 best fish and chips shops in the UK for the third year running in 2022 by leading trade publication, Fry Magazine.

Backed by the National Federation of Fish Friers (NFFF), the popular chippie has now set its sights on bringing fresh talent into the industry by creating a new 12-week apprenticeship for someone looking to kick start their career at the top end of the fish and chip industry.

The ‘East Coast Fish Frier Apprenticeship’ will offer the successful applicant a rare opportunity to get hands-on experience with one of the country’s best fish and chip shops, and visit some of its local fish suppliers to learn more about selecting the best cod, haddock and shellfish, as well as intensive training on how to prepare and cook the ultimate fish supper.

Located just two minutes’ walk from Musselburgh beach on the outskirts of Edinburgh, East Coast is owned and operated by Carlo and Katia Crolla. The Crolla family has been serving the local community for nearly 50 years. Styles may change, but great flavours, family heritage and warm, friendly service remain as important to Katia and Carlo today as they did 48 years ago.

Carlo and Katia are looking to find an apprentice fish frier who is hard working, with a friendly nature, works well within a team, copes well under pressure and ultimately shows a clear passion for the fish and chip takeaway industry.

Carlo Crolla, owner of East Coast Fish & Chips takeaway in Musselburgh, said:

“We’re really excited to have teamed up with the National Federation of Fish Friers to launch our new fish frier apprenticeship.

“As well as getting hands-on experience preparing and cooking fish and chips inside our award-winning, familyrun takeaway and restaurant, the apprentice will also get the chance to learn more about the wider industry in the 12-week training period.

“It’s a physical and demanding job, but we’re a close, friendly team and we love what we do. We’re ultimately looking for someone who is up for the challenge, is friendly, hard-working, works well under pressure and is as passionate about the ultimate fish supper as we are.”

Andrew Crook, President of the National Federation of Fish Friers, added:

“It’s great to see fish and chip businesses providing structured training with recognised qualifications. It is a fantastic industry to work in and gives people working in it the confidence and skills that will stay with them for life.”

East Coast is also home to an award-winning fish & chips takeaway and seafood restaurant and grill.

To apply for the East Coast Fish Frier Apprenticeship, people should email a written application to hello@ eastcoastrestaurant.co.uk by 31st August 2022.

For more information on East Coast Fish & Chips and East Coast Restaurant, visit: https://eastcoastrestaurant. co.uk and follow on social media, including Facebook https:// www.facebook.com/EastCoastMusselburgh and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eastcoastmusselburgh

For more information on the National Federation of Fish Friers, visit: www.nfff.co.uk

Fri-Jado focuses on customer and distributor support with the launch of its new Resource Library

Fri-Jado, a leading global manufacturer of hot and cold food display equipment has launched a brand new resource library, specifically aimed at supporting the company’s network of dealers, distributors, service partners and operators

Hosted on the Fri-Jado website (www.frijado. com), the resource library contains thousands of manuals, spec sheets, install guides, technical drawings, instructions and images for each individual model in the company’s extensive portfolio.

Understanding the need to support customers and service providers across the world, the new Resource Library, accessed directly from the home page, will deliver greater convenience and increase online access to crucial commercial and technical product information.

Logically set out, users can view the library by specific model, by category or by document type, while a handy search function complete with a filter, makes it even easier to locate the specific information required.

For the company’s partners, the Fri-Jado Resource Library also includes a bespoke distributor area, where each business can log in for exclusive content, customised documents and information related to specific projects. Login details can be generated by contacting Fri-Jado’s marketing team directly.

Continually improving and enhancing the company’s service and support is crucial to the future of the business, as Gary Thacker, Sales Director at Fri-Jado UK explains:

“For a leading manufacturer like Fri-Jado, it’s crucial that we can support our customers, operators and partners. The launch of the new Resource Library does just this. Providing a complete archive of useful documents and files for the models in our portfolio of hot and cold display equipment and cooking solutions.

From detailed technical drawings and spec sheets for project managers and design houses, images and POS for distributors, install guides for engineers and user guides for operators, the Resource Library is a central point for all. The library will be continuously kept up to date with the latest information and assets

for our current and future equipment portfolio.”

The Resource Library can be quickly accessed from the ‘Support’ tab on the Fri-Jado home page. To request a login to the exclusive distributor zone, partners are asked to email marketing@frijado.com. To find out more about the full range of products and services offered by Fri-Jado, please visit www.frijado.com or call +44 (0)189 527 2227.

MONEY MATTERS

Pizza packaging you knead to know about

Daniel Schwitzer, Director of Communications & Sustainability, at amipak

As one of the most popular and recognisable dishes worldwide, most of us can name our favourite pizza quicker than we can dial our local takeaway.

A piping hot circle of molten cheese, quick and easy to eat, and loaded with tasty toppings, there’s a reason why pizza is one of the most popular dishes on the planet.

While the event around which pizza packaging history revolves is a subject of debate, many credit its widespread introduction to the founder of a certain global pizza chain – Tom Monaghan.

The humble pizza box is a relative whippersnapper, born as recently as the mid-1960s at a time when large-scale pizza delivery was transforming the way we consume food. But making it from oven to doorstep isn’t always plain sailing. And businesses need to box clever to stay ahead of the competition at a time when the foodservice industry is again growing rapidly.

A Great Pizza Work

The modern pizza box is a modern marvel of minor but well-formed proportions. Its simplicity allows it to circumnavigate many competing constraints. Seal it up too much and the moisture will make the dough soggy. Vent it too much and you lose the heat.

So, how do you get a warm, steam-emitting foodstuff from oven to doorstep inside 30 minutes without delivering a lukewarm, soggy mess? The solution lies in the box material. Simply slide the hot pizza into a corrugated cardboard box. Better still, one of ours!

Yes, the pizza still degrades a little over time, but products like these give your food products the best chance of travelling well.

Pizzas are humid, crispy, and slick all at once, so the challenge is to keep the contents warm and release the right amount of steam to avoid creating a soggy, lifeless crust. Each flute of the corrugated substrate is a channel for steam to travel through and allowing steam to flow

prevents condensation on the box’s interior.

Light enough for easy delivery and sturdy enough to sustain rough handling; corrugated boxes keep pizza intact, hot, and fresh. When the consumer opens the lid, they’ll be presented with a warm, fragrant wisp of steam and a perfect pizza – the ideal opening experience.

A slice of goodness

Pizza boxes are so much more than a disposable cardboard box design with a lift top and folded sides, finished with a little illustration of a pizza chef.

From a packaging point of view, they tick plenty of vital boxes: they’re resistant, easy to produce and recycle, well insulated and ventilated to keep the food warm yet dry, flatpacked and easy to assemble, and their stackability makes them ideal for transporting.

For many businesses, the boxes also represent untapped marketing collateral, a chance to impress the brand upon customers. A perfect blank canvas for personal touches to connect with the customer.

In terms of visual value, boxes have somewhere between 5-8 minutes to visually engage with the consumer. Customised pizza box printing can be one of the most compelling strategies to give consumers the ultimate level of experience. On top of using vibrant and eye-catching design, businesses have taken to turning the box into augmented reality board games, and even printing QR codes that link through to mood-setting Spotify playlists.

A good packaging partner should be able to work with your specific menu and customer needs to develop a shortlist of options that can be used in a variety of ways. With tight kitchen spaces and even tighter budgets, it should only take a handful of packaging products to fit your full menu.

So, from an 18” family-style pizza to a variety of side dish packaging, to corrugated liners and tripods too, some of the most desirable takeaway food around is served in our easily

customisable table-ready pizza packaging. Not only does it maintain the food’s same beautiful look and feel, it helps fulfil the versatility of your menu, standardises portions, and drives the overall aesthetic you’re working to.

Products should preserve the optics of the dish and help maintain quality, freshness, and temperature. Our solutions go the extra mile by being breathable, odourless, microwavable, customisable, space-saving, and crucially, designed to fit into your existing waste management system. They are compostable and recyclable – now key to today’s more eco conscious consumer!

As demand for takeout and on-the-go foodservice continues to grow, restaurants and other food delivery services need more from their packaging, especially when it comes to sustainability.

Foodservice vendors are now tackling sustainability with renewed vigour. The global proliferation of legislation around packaging waste dictates this and consumers can and do vote with their wallets if they don’t like your sustainability credentials.

There have been advancements, particularly around making pizza boxes easier to recycle. The greaseproof corrugated liner and tripod, which prevent the soggy lid from sagging down towards your pizza, mean that once you’ve scraped any leftover crusts into the bin, the takeaway box can go straight in the recycling bin.

Our simple food-grade certified pizza liners safeguard the recyclability of the whole box. Keep in mind that waste recycling plants reject tonnes of otherwise acceptable cardboard pizza boxes each year because

of contamination with too much grease, melted cheese spillages, or passata smears.

There are three main issues for the takeaway industry to tackle today: single-use packaging, delivery challenges, and food presentation. Designed for maximum impact and versatility, our solutions address all of these and more, unlocking added value for all stakeholders.

So, as humble as the pizza box may be, it remains a great example of simplicity being the motherhood of invention.

UK headquartered, amipak is an expanding third generation family business specialising in the manufacture of food grade packaging from sustainable materials. amipak puts a strong emphasis on customer service, seeking to develop lasting partnerships with its customers and suppliers. Having grown since 1999, when it was formed as the result of a merger between Home Suppliers Ltd. and F&Z Packaging Ltd., amipak today operates with over 110,000 sq. ft. of modern production and warehousing facilities in Croydon and Willesden, North London supplying the UK and European foodservice packaging markets. Offering a comprehensive range of cartonboard and corrugated boxes and liners for a wide range of food and non-food applications, amipak works with brands and foodservice distributor partners to deliver excellence in packaging design, production, finishing and supply.

For more information on Parkside and its activities, please contact PHD Marketing Ltd. First Floor, Succhi Suite, Nostell Business Estate, Wakefield, WF4 1AB. Tel: +44 (0) 1977 708 643 or Email: hello@phdmarketing.co.uk

JJ Opens Doors to New Suppliers at its 2022 Conference

JJ Foodservice is inviting food and drink manufacturers who are interested in working with the national wholesaler to attend its annual conference on November 10th, 2022.

Taking place at 1 Wimpole Street in London, the event is themed ‘Delivering Gold Standard, Sustainable Service’ and will be attended by JJ senior managers and buyers.

Chief Product Officer at JJ Foodservice, Sezer Ozkul, said “We’re keen to develop existing partnerships as well as meet new suppliers who will help us to grow our range.”

Suppliers will join JJ’s senior management and buying team to learn how the group is investing in customer service, tech innovation and a commitment to sustainable practises to achieve record sales of more than £275 million in 2023.

MATTERS

JJ held its first supplier event last year to strengthen partnerships and align future strategies following the challenging impact of the pandemic. “Better communication means better partnerships and mutual growth for everyone involved,” said Sezer.

The event will be chaired by Patrick MitchellFox, Senior Analyst at IGD. Guest speakers include hospitality ‘futurist’ Simon Stenning; Head of Force for Good at Innocent Drinks, Emilie Stephenson and Customer Service expert, Richard Knight from Insight6. Book your tickets here:

https://go.jjfoodservice.com/JJConference22

TRADE

DIRECTORY

Bain Marie Liners

Easy Liners

Easy Liners Ltd, Unit 14, Chester Park, Alfreton Road, Derby, DE21 4AS

T: 01332 412273 or 07447 146512

E: info@easyliners.co.uk

W: www.easyliners.co.uk

Easy Bags Ltd

Enterprise Road, Millennium Business Park Mansfield, Nottinghamshire NG19 7JX

T: 01623 423423

E: customerservice@easybags.net

W: www.easybags.net

Daymark-Supplies Ltd

www.daymark-supplies.co.uk

The Refill Centre Ltd, t/a Daymark-Supplies, Unit 14, Poplars Farm, Forshaw Heath Road, Earlswood, Solihull, West Midlands, B94 5JX  0845 23 015 23

Sirane Ltd www.sirane.com

Sirane Ltd, European Development Centre, Stafford Park 6, Telford, TF3 3AT 01952 230055

GM Packaging Ltd www.gmpackaging.co.uk

Unit B7, Tyne Tunnel Estate, Hamar Close, North Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE29 7XB 0191 296 2007

Batter Suppliers

Goldensheaf

Kerry Foodservice, Bristol

T: 0800 138 1938

E: Julian.warner@kerry.com

W: www.kerry-foodservice.co.uk

Henry Jones

Kerry Foodservice, Bristol

T: 0800 138 1938

E: Julian.warner@kerry.com

W: www.kerry-foodservice.co.uk

Ceres | Pure Food Innovation

Seriously Good Gluten Free

T: 0845 3711 522

E: hello@worldofceres.com

W: www.worldofceres.com

W: www.thebattercompany.co.uk

Middleton Food Products Ltd, www.middletonfoods.com

655 Willenhall Road, Willenhall, West Midlands, WV13 3LH sales@middletonfoods.com

01902 608122 or 08453 706 550

Henry Colbeck

Seventh Avenue,  Team Valley Trading Estate,  Gateshead,  Tyne and Wear, NE11 0HG sales@colbeck.co.uk 0191 482 4242

Weston Catering Supplies

www.westoncateringsupplies.com

Unit S4, Mendip Business Park, Rooksbridge, Somerset BS26 2U westcatering@hotmail.com  01934 750367

Business and Property Sales

Rosens Business Transfer Agency www.rosens.co.uk

Unit 3, Alexander Charles House, Station Passage, South Woodford, London, E18 1JL info@rosens.co.uk 0208 539 6426

Fish Friers- Part of the Altius Group www.fishfriers.co.uk

7b Edward 7th Quay, Navigation Way, Ashton-On-Ribble, Preston, PR2 2YF info@fishfriers.co.uk 0844 248 8257

Business Buyers.com - Part of the Altius Group www.altiusgroup.co.uk Business Buyers.co.uk Incorporating Bruce & Co Redwoods Dowling Kerr Kings Business contact@businessbuyers.co.uk 01772 775776

Everett, Masson & Furby www.emfgroup.com

3 Cornhill, Ottery St Mary, Devon EX11 1DW info@emfgroup.com 01404 813762

Catering Equipment Suppliers/ Spares

Shop Equip

Park View, North Street, Langwith, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG20 9BN

T: 0845 400 1044

E: sales@shop-equip.com

W: www.shop-equip.com

Total QSR Ltd

Crown Chambers, 7a Market Place Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6ES

T: 01225 791848

E: info@totalqsr.co.uk

W: www.totalqsr.co.uk

Fast Food Systems Limited www.fast-food-systems.co.uk

Unit 1, Headley Park 9, Headley Road East Woodley, Reading, Berkshire, RG5 4SQ sales@ffsbrands.co.uk 01189 441100

Carlton Catering Equipment www.chippersandpeelers.com Grange Farm, Braithwell Road, Ravenfield, Rotherham , South Yorks., S65 4LP carltoncatering@sky.com 01709 540004

Fryers Mate www.fryersmate.com

Unit 3, Great Northern Way, Great Northern Terrace, Lincoln LN5 8XF 01522 542054

Falcon Foodservice Equipment www.falconfoodservice.com

Wallace View, Hillfoots Road, Stirling, FK9 5PY info@falconfoodservice.co.uk 01786 455200

Marfast www.marfast.co.uk 30 Broughton Street, Manchester, M8 8NN pani@marfast.co.uk 0161 833 0024

Nisbets Plc

Regional shops throughout the UK or on-line www.nisbets.com Fourth Way, Avonmouth, Bristol, BS11 8T sales@nisbets.co.uk 0845 140 5555 or 0117 316 5000

Hopkins Catering www.hopkins.biz Kent Road, Pudsey, Leeds, LS28 9NF info@hopkins.biz 0113 257 7934

MCS Technical Products Ltd www.mcstechproducts.co.uk Building 2, Westmead Drive, Swindon, SN5 7YT sales@mcstechproduct.co.uk 01793 5383908

Blue Seal www.bluesealequipment.co.uk Unit 67, Gravelly Industrial Park, Gravelly Park, Birmingham, B24 8TQ 0121 327 5575

Restaurant Supply Store www.restaurantsupplystore.co.uk Unit 7, Hatton Close, Chafford Hundred, Grays, Essex, RM16 6RP sales@restaurantsupplystore.co.uk 01375 651 600

Velox Grills www.veloxgrills.com Manor Farm, Manor Road Wantage, Oxon., OX12 8NE sales@veloxgrills.com 01235 770133

Caterparts Limited www.caterparts.com The Engine Shed, Top Station Road, Brackley, Bucks., NN13 7UG sales@caterparts.com 0845 130 8060

Vmotouk www.vmoto-uk.com 29 Shand Street London E1 2ES info@vmoto-uk.com 0800 133 7304

King Edward www.kingedward.co.uk Unit 1A, Porthouse Ind. Estate, Bromyard, Herefordshire, HR7 4NS oven@kingedward.co.uk

E&R Moffat ww.ermoffat.co.uk Bonnybridge FK4 2BS sales@ermoffat.co.uk 01324 812272

TRADE DIRECTORY

Vapor Clean www.vaporclean.co.uk

1st Floor Dairy Unit, Ebdon Bow Farm, Wick Saint Lawrence, Weston Super Mare, BS22 7YU 01934 611242

Delivery Bikes

Justebikes

www.justebikes.co.uk 216 Hinckley Road Leicester, LE3 0TH info@justebikes.co.uk 0116 3666 980

Free Go Electric Bikes www.freegoelectricbikes.com

3 St Denys Road, Portswood, Southampton Hampshire, SO17 2GN enquiries@freegoelectricbikes.com 0800 077 8711

Digital Menu Systems

Lashbrookes.com Ltd

Limerick Works, Limerick Road, Dormanstown, Redcar, Cleveland, TS10 5JU T: 01642 482629

E: lashbrookuk@hotmail.co.uk

W: www.lashbrooks.com

Harlequin Printing and Packaging

Harlequin House,  Coed Cae Lane,  Pontyclun,  South Wales,  CF72 9EW T: 01443 222219

E: info@harlequinprintgroup.co.uk

W: www.harlequinprintgroup.co.uk

BD Signs Nottingham www.bdsignsnottingham.co.uk Unit 18, Bailey Brook Industrial Estate, Amber Langley Drive, Langley Mill, Nottingham, NG16 4BE info@bdsignsnottingham.co.uk

0800 195 3610

Media Screen Solutions

www.mediascreensolutions.com

Cleveland House 116 Cleveland Street Wirral Merseyside, CH41 3RB enquiries@mediascreensolutions.com 0800 515690

Signagelive Limited

www.signagelive.com

Rectory Farm Barns

Walden Road

Little Chesterford Saffron Walden Essex CB10 1UD 01799 530110

Digital Media systems

www.digitalmediasystems.co.uk

Pressers House, 2 South Lane, Elland, West Yorks, HX5 0HG

hello@digitalmediasystems.co.uk 01484 588895

Duct Cleaning and servicing Specialists

Advertise Here!

You could be telling readers about your business or service on this page

Call Athol now to book a space on 07725 434173

Standard and Premium Box listings available

CKC in association with KLS

8 Austin Fields

Kings Lynn PE30 1PH

T: 01553 886101 / 07766 747405

W: www.ckconline.biz

E: sales@ckconline.biz

De-Duct Cleaning Service

Deduct offer a fast & efficient

Nationwide duct cleaning service with FREE shop survey

T: 07806 487239 or 0333 772 0089

E: info@de-duct.co.uk

W: www.de-duct.co.uk

Just Filters

www.justfilters.co.uk

Omega House, Unit 7, Sarbir Industrial Park, Cambridge Road, Harlow, Essex, CM20 2EU info@justfilters.co.uk 01279 420289

Network Hygiene

www.networkhygiene.com Knowledge Centre, Wyboston Lakes, Great North Road, Wyboston, Bedfordshire, MK44 3BY ian@networkhygiene.com 0333 577 6384

EPOS Systems

Integer

Manchester: 167 Heywood Road, Prestwich Manchester, M25 1LB Scotland: 89 Main Street, Winchburgh West Lothian, EH52 6RA

T: 0871 566 0766

E: Manchester: geoff@integeruk.com Scotland: jim@integeruk.com•

W: www.integeruk.com

Kepos Systems Ltd

www.kepos.co.uk

10 Gunton Road, London, SW17 9EL sales@kepos.co.uk 07939 927624

Revel Systems London Office

www.revelsystems.com Moorgate

1 Fore Street London, EC2Y 5EJ info@revelsystems.com 0203 8081 036

It’s Lolly ltd

www.itslolly.com

Crystal Gate 28-30 Worship Street London EC2A 2AH 0800 038 5389

Ethnic foods

Shana Foods

www.martinsolveig.fr/rubicon/ Unit 5 Second Way, Wembley Middlesex, HA9 0YJ info@shanafoods.com 0208 8782 3200

Wing Yip

www.wingyip.com 375 Nechells Park Road Nechells, Birmingham, B7 5NT enquiries@wingyip.com 0121 327 6618

Fats and Oils

Vandemoortele/P100

P100 has over 60 years of frying experience, helping to create great tasting food time and time again. Being refined to the purest level, P100 offers unrivalled consistancy in taste and freshness from the first portion to the last.

T: 0208 814 7810

M: 07912 389446 W: www.vandermoortele.com

Olenex Trading (UK) Ltd

www.olenex-uk.com ADM Trading (UK) Limited, Church Manorway, Erith, Kent, DA8 1DL

E: ukinfo@adm.com

T: 01322 444836

W: www.olinex-uk.com

The Fryers’ Favourite For Over 60 Years. Nortech Foods Limited www.nortechfoods.co.uk Ings Road, Doncaster,  South Yorkshire, DN5 9TL  info@nortechfoods.co.uk 01302 390880

Arrow Oils Limited

www.arrowoils.co.uk Glebe Street, Shaw, Oldham Lancashire, OL2 7SF collections@arrowoils.co.uk 01706 880796

Finance, Leasing & Insurance

Complete Leasing Solutions Ltd

Manor Farm, Chilworth Old Village, Southampton, Hants, SO16 7JP

T: 023 8076 6467

E: info@corporateasset.co.uk

Corporate Asset Solutions

Manor Farm,, Chilworth Old Village, Soputrhampton, Hants, SO16 7JP 023 8076 6467

Johnson Reed Bridge House, Newbridge Lane, Stockport, SK1 2NA

T: 0161 429 6949

E: info@johnsonreed.co.uk

W: www.johnsonreed.co.uk

Glover & Howe Insurance Services

www.gloverhowe.co.uk

4 St Peters Court, St Peters Street, Colchester, Essex, CO11 1WD insurance@gloverhowe.co.uk 0845 602 3866

Fish Suppliers

Collins Seafoods Ltd

Unit 2, Park 2000, Millennium Way, Newton Aycliffe, Co Durham, DL5 6AR

T: 01325 315544

E: sales@collinsseafoods.co.uk

W: www.collinsseafoods.co.uk

Smales www.smales.co.uk

30 West Dock Street, Hull, HU3 4HL 01482 324997

FAS 2000 Ltd/Fastnet Fish www.fastnetfish.com Estate Road No.5, South Humberside Industrial Estate, Grimsby, N.E. Lincs., DN31 2TG mike@fastnetfish.com 01472 240777

Wraggs Seafoods Ltd www.wraggsseafoods.co.uk

Unit 2, Park 2000, Heighington Lane Business Park, Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6AR sales@wraggsseafood.co.uk 01132 498832

J Sykes & Sons Ltd www.sykesseafoods.co.uk

New Smithfield Market, New Smithfield House, Whitworth Street East, Manchester, M11 2WP

hello@sykesseafoods.co.uk 0161 223 9311

Amanda Seafoods A/S www.amanda-seaffods.dk/en Constatiavej 29, DK-9900, Frederikshavn info@amanda-seafoods.dk +45 96 22 15 00

Mannin Fish Ltd www.manninfish.co.uk

3 Sterling Court, Stevenage, Herts., SG1 2JY 01438 359444

Xpress Fish www.xpressfish.net

351 South Boulevard, Hessle Road, Hull, HU3 4DY info@xpressfish.net 01482 633550

Whitby Seafoods Ltd

www.whitby-seafoods.com

Fairfield Way, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO22 4PU 01947 606101

Young’s Foodservice www.youngsfoodservice.co.uk Ross House, Wickham Road, Grimsby, DN31 3SW care@youngsseafood.co.uk 0800 132 096

Royal Greenland Ltd www.royalgreenland.com

Gateway House, Styal Road, Wythenshawe, Manchester, M22 5WY 0161 490 4249

Unique Seafood www.uniqueseafood.co.uk

2 Floor, Grabbex Business Park, Murray Road, Orpington, Kent, BR5 3QY 0203 260 3580

Fish & Chip Shop Suppliers

VA Whitley & Co Ltd

Milward House

Fir Street Heywood OL10 1NW

T: 01706 364211

E: sales@vahitley.co.uk

W: www.vawhitley.co.uk

Friars Pride

Milward House

Head Office & Peterborough Depot: Oxney Rd Indst Est, Peterborough, PE1 5YW

T: 01733 316400 Fx: 01733 316425

E: sales@friarspride.com

W: www.friarspride.com

JJ Food Service

Innova Park, 7 Solar Way, Enfield, EN3 7XY

T: General 08433 090991

T: Paul Brailsford – 07880 176015

E: info@jjfoodservice.com

E: Paul.brailsford@jjfooodervice.com

W: www.jjfooodservice.com

Henry Colbeck

Seventh Avenue,  Team Valley Trading Estate,  Gateshead,  Tyne and Wear,  NE11 0HG sales@colbeck.co.uk 0191 482 4242

T Quality

www.tquality.co.uk Westmead Industrial Estate, Westlea, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 7YY customercare@tquality.co.uk 01793 648900

Wilsons Seasonings Ltd www.americanchipspice.co.uk

Stagenhoe Bottom Farm, Whitwell, Hertfordshire, SG4 8JN ew@americanchipspice.co.uk 01438 871967

Food Safety & Hygiene

Checkit Limited

Broers Building

JJ Thomson Avenue Cambridge, CB3 0FA

T: 01223 941450

E: info@checkit.net

W: www.checkit.net

Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) www.cieh.org Chadwick Court, 15 Hatfields, London, SE1 8DJ info@cieh.org 0207 928 6006

Frozen Food Suppliers

Central Foods

Maple Court, Ash Lane Collingtree Northampton NN4 0NB

T: 01604 858 522

E: info@centralfoods.co.uk

W: www.centralfoods.co.uk

Golden Valley Foods

Maple Court, Ash Lane, Colling Tree, Northampton, NN4 0NB T: 01604 858522

E: enquiries@centralfoods.co.uk

W: www.central foods.co.uk

Brands/goldenvalleyfoods.aspx

Frying Ranges

KFE Ltd

Unit A-B, Bentley Business Park, Blenheim Way, Market Deeping, Peterborough, PE6 8LD, sales@kfeltd.co.uk www.kfeltd.co.uk 01778 380 448

Frank Ford

Limerick Road, Dormanstown, Redcar Cleveland TS10 5JU

T: 01642 489868

E: amanda.barker@me-ff.com

W: www.me-ff.com

Martyn Edwards Ltd

Limerick Road, Dormanstown, Redcar Cleveland TS10 5JU

T: 01642489868

E: amanda.barker@me-ff.com

W: www.me-ff.com

Fryline in association with KLS

8 Austin Fields

Kings Lynn PE30 1PH

T: 01553 772935 / 07770 568939

W: www.klsonline.co.uk

E: sales@klsonline.co.uk

Florigo

www.florigo.co.uk

4 Centech Park, Fringe Meadow Road, North Moons Moat, Redditch, B98 9NR info@florigo.co.uk 01527 592000

Hewigo (UK)Ltd

www.hewigo.com Bateman House, Little Fields Way, Oldbury, West Midlands, B69 2BT sales@hewigo.com 0121 544 9120

Henry Nuttall Ltd

www.henrynuttall.co.uk

Manor Drive, Dinnington, Sheffield, S25 3QU sales@henrynuttall.co.uk 01909 560808

DIRECTORY

TRADE DIRECTORY

Preston & Thomas Frying

Ranges Ltd

www.prestonandthomas.co.uk

PO Box 728, Fareham, Hants, PO14 9QU info@prestonandthomas.co.uk 01732 757636

Mallinsons of Oldham Ltd www.mallinsonsofoldham.co.uk

Trent Industrial Estate, Duchess St, Shaw Oldham, Lancashire, OL2 7UT mallinsons.sales@btconnect.com 01706 299000

Valentine Equipment Limited

www.valentinefryers.com

4 Trafford Road, Reading, Berks., RG1 8JS info@valentinefryers.com 0118 957 1344

Frying Range Engineers

KLS Frying Ranges Service

8 Austin Fields

Kings Lynn PE30 1P

T: 01553 772935 / 07770 568939

W: www.klsonline.co.uk

E: sales@klsonline.co.uk

Gazebos/Mobile Units

Instant Promotion (UK) Ltd www.instantpromotion.co.uk

Unit 7, Liberty Industrial Park, South Liberty Lane, Bristol, BS3 2SU enquiries@instantpromotions.co.uk

0117 963 1668

VTO (Vertical Take Off)

Promart Manufacturing Ltd www.promart.co.uk

Unit 2B Caddick Road, Knowsley Industrial Park South, Merseyside, L34 9HP sales@promart.co.uk 0151 546 4666

General Catering Supplies

Peter’s Food Service

Unit 1, Greenway, Bedwas House Industrial Estate, Bedwas, Caerphilly, CF83 8XP

T: 029 2085 3200 •

F: 029 2085 3323

E: info@petersfood.com

W: www.petersfood.com

Brakes

www.brake.co.uk

UK wide 0345 6069090

Bidvest Foodservice www.bidvest.co.uk

814 Leigh Road, Slough, SL1 4BD 01494 555900

Hopwells Ltd

www.hopwells.com

Head Office, Glaisdale Drive, Bilborough, Nottingham, NG8 4LU 0115 929 1101

Adams Fast Food Supplies

www.adamsfastfoods.com

Various UK Depots

01274 492044

Ask for local depot number

Marfast www.marfast.co.uk

30 Broughton Street, Manchester, M8 8NN pani@marfast.co.uk 0161 833 0024

Grease Traps

Oli Environmental Services www.olienvironmentalservices.co.uk

6 Chapel Lane, North Luffenham, Oakham, LE15 8JP anthony@olienvironmentalservices.co.uk 01780 720679

GMG Ltd

www.greasemanagement.co.uk Eaton Works, Allthorpe Street, Leamington Spa, CV31 2AU 01926 432030

Hog Roast Machines and Barbecues

The Hogg Boss

www.thehoggboss.com

Peake Products, Unit 4, Walton New Road Ind. Estate, Bruntingthorpe, Lutterworth, Leics., LE17 5RD sales@thehpggboss.com 0116 247 8500

Tasty Trotter www.tastytrotter.com

Bridge Street, Clay Cross, Derbyshire, S45 9NU info@tastytrotter.com 01246 866800

Cinders Barbecues www.cindersbarbecues.co.uk

High Bentham, Lancaster, LA2 7NB Karen@cindersbarbecues.co.uk 01524 262900

Hot Drinks Equipment

Franke Coffee Systems UK Ltd www.coffee.franke.com

6A Handley Page Way, St Albans , Hertfordshire, AL2 2DQ Sales@Frankecoffeesystems.co.uk 01923 635700

Espresso Essential www.espressoessential.co.uk Unit 2, Oakley Green Nurseries, Westerleigh Hill Road, Westerleigh, Bristol, BS37 8QZ 0800 731 2980

Tchibo Coffee International Ltd www.tchibo-coffee.co.uk

Tchibo House, 7-8 Blenheim Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT19 9BE 01372 541881

Logic Vending

www.logicvending.co.uk

The Maltings Business Centre, Stanstead Abbotts, Hertfordshire, SG12 8HG info@logicvending.co.uk 0808 278 3327

Fracino www.fracino.com 18-22 Birch Road East, Birmingham, B6 7DB sasles@fracino.com 0121 328 5757

Scanomat UK www.scanomat.co.uk sales@scanomat.co.uk 0800 032 7581

Ice Cream

Carpigiani UK Ltd www.carpigiani.com Faculty House, 214 Holme Lacy Road, Rotherwas, Hereford, HR2 6BQ 01432 346018

Caterlink Limited www.caterlink.co.uk Units 7-8, Bodmin Business Park, Launceston Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2RJ sales@caterlink.co.uk 01208 78844

Beechdean Dairies Limited www.beechdean.co.uk

Old House Farm, North Dean, High Wycombe, Bucks, HP14 4NL farmhouse@beechdean.co.uk 01494 563980

Taylor UK www.taylor-company.co.uk 106 Claydon Business Park Great Blakenham, Ipswich Suffolk,  IP6 0NL sales@taylor-company.co.uk 0800 838 896

Hopkins Catering www.hopkins.biz Kent Road, Pudsey, Leeds, LS28 9NF info@hopkins.biz 0113 257 7934

Longo & Co www.mrwhippy.biz Unit 5A, Steps Ind. Estate, Magdale, Honley, Huddersfied, West Yorks., HD9 6RA info@mrwhippy.biz 01484 606351

Kebab Suppliers

Double A Kebabs

Millennium Business Park, Mansfield Nottinghamshire, NG19 7JX

T: 01623 422888

E: info@doubleakebab.co.uk

W: www.doubleakebab.co.uk

Istanbul Meats www.istanbulmeats.com Unit 3, First Avenue, Drum Industrial Estate, C hester le Street, Birtley, Co. Durham, DH2 1AG enquiries@istanbulmeats.com 0191 492 3909

Golden Delight Foods Ltd, www.goldendelightfoods.co.uk 26 Clayton Road, Birmingham B8 1JE 0121 327 8800

Kismet Kebabs www.kismetkebabs.co.uk Milton House, Maldon Road, Latchingdon, Essex CM3 6LF 01621 744 055

Paragon Quality Foods Ltd

www.paragonqualityfoods.com

Quadrant 3, Yorkshire Way, West Moor Park, Armthorpe, Doncaster, DN3 3FB sales@paragonqualityfoods.com 01302 834141

Oil Management

Premier1 Filtration www.premier1filtration.co.uk

Kiln Head Spring, Kneeton Lane, Barton, DL10 6NB info@premier1filtration.com 01325 377189

Packaging

Coveris UK Food & Consumer

7 Howard Road, Eaton Socon St Neots, Cambs PE19 8ET

T: 01480 476161

E: UK@Coveris.com

W: www.coveris.com

Crafti’s Ltd (For Kids)

www.craftis.co.uk

3rd Floor, Towcester Mill, Chantry Lane, Towcester, Northants, NN12 6AB 01327 358508

W F Denny www.wfdenny.co.uk

Unit 7, Tudor Road, Altrincham Business Park, Broadheath, Cheshire, WA14 5RZ info@wfdenny.co.uk 0161 927 4949

It’s a Wrap (JR Press)

7 Stephenson Close Daventry Northamptonshire NN11 8RF Tel 01327 301566 https://printedgreaseproof.com

PlanglowLtd www.planglow.com

The Quorum, Bond Street South, Bristol, BS1 3AE contactus@planglow.com 0117 317 8600

Southern Fried Chicken www.southernfriedchicken.com

Unit 1, Headley Park 9, Headley Road East, Woodley, Reading, Berkshire, RG5 4SQ sales@southerfriedchicken.com 0118 944 1100

Pies

Pukka Pies Ltd

The Halcroft, Syston, Leicester, LE7 1LD trade@pukkapies.co.uk

T: 0116 264 4004

E: trade@pukkapies.co.uk

W: www.pukkapies.co.uk

Peter’s Food Service www.petersfood.com

Unit 1, Greenway, Bedwas House Industrial Estate, Bedwas, Caerphilly, CF83 8XP 029 2085 3200 info@petersfood.com

Holland’s Pies

www.hollandspies.co.uk Baxenden, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 2SA enquiries@hollandspies.co.uk 01706 213591

Pizza & Pasta

Express Foodservice

www.express-foodservice.co.uk

Unit B, Dominion Way, Rustington Trading Estate, Littlehampton, West Sussex. BN16 3HQ info@expressfoodservice.co.uk 01903 775077

Eurilait www.eurilait.co.uk

Leighton Lane Industrial Estate, Leighton Lane, Evercreech, Somerset, BA4 6LQ craigbrayshaw@eurilait.co.uk 01749 838100

999 Pizza Toppings UK www.999pizzatoppings.co.uk

Unit 6, Teakcroft Fairview Industrial Park Marsh Way Rainham, Essex, RM13 8UH info@999pizzatoppings.co.uk 01708 558885

Venice Bakery UK Ltd www.venicebakery.co.uk

Unit 2, Crown House, Queen Street, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA7 4BT adam@venicebakery.co.uk 0208 301 2624

Pan’Artisan

Units 25/26 Holmbush Industrial Estate, Holmbush Way Midhurst, West Sussex GU29 9HX enquiries@panartisan.com 01730 811490

Pizza and Baguette www.pizza-baguette.co.uk Genus, Hammond Close Attleborough Fields Ind. Est. Nuneaton, Warks., CV11 6RY info@pizza-baguette.co.uk 02476 254941

Kiren Foods www.kirenfoods.co.uk

Unit 3, Smallbridge Business Park, Riverside Drive, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 2SH enquiries@kirenfoods.com 01706 526732

Stoupid Pizza UK www.stupid-pizza.co.uk 84 Holmsdale Road, Coventry, CV6 5BJ stoupid.pizza@gmail.com 02476 278102

Potatoes

AHDB www.bestchips.co.uk

AHDB Potatoes Agriculture & Horticulture Development Board, Stoneleigh Park, Kenilworth, Warwickshire, CV8 2TL 024 7669 2051

Fylde Fresh & Fabulous

www.fyldefreshandfabulous.com

Fylde Fresh & Fabulous, Stanley Villa Farm, Back Lane, Weeton, Preston, PR4 3HN sales@fyldefreshandfabulous.com 01253 836444

Agrico UK Ltd. www agrico.co.uk

Castleton of Eassie,  Glamis, By Forfar, Angus, DD8 1SJ  potatoes@agrico.co.uk 01307 840551

Potato Treating & Equipment

Potato White Company

Unit 7B Bessingby Industrial Estate

Bridlington, East Yorkshire, YO16 4SJ

T: 01262 228286

E: info@selectsundries.co.uk

W: www.selectsundries.co.uk

Drywite

www.drywite.co.uk

The House of Lee, Park Lane, Halesowen, West Midlands, B63 2RA T: 01384 569556

Poultry Suppliers

Central Foods

Maple Court, Ash Lane Collingtree Northampton NN4 0NB

T: 01604 858 522

E: info@centralfoods.co.uk

W: www.centralfoods.co.uk

Riverside Food Services

Units 1-4, The Stables, Sutton Farm, West Felton, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 4HX

T: 01691 839288

E: mandy@riversidefoods.co.uk

W: www.riversidefoods.co.uk

Dibs Distribution

www.dibsdistribution.co.uk

1432b Clock Tower Road, Isleworth, Middlesex,TW7 6DT sales@dibs.uk.com 0208 568 6668

Nila UK Ltd

www.nila.co.uk

Unit 9b, Beaver Ind. Estate, Brent Road, Southall, Middx., UB2 5FB food@nila.co.uk 020 8744 7700

Refrigeration

Adande

Adande Refrigeration Ltd. 45 Pinbush Road, South Lowestoft Ind. Est Lowestoft, Suffolk NR33 7NL sales@adande.com adanderefrigeration.com 0844 376 0023

TRADE DIRECTORY

TRADE DIRECTORY

Hoshizaki/Gram

2 The Technology Centre London Road, Swanley,Kent, BR8 7AG

E: Hoshizaki - uksales@ Hoshizaki.co.uk

E: Gram - info@gramuk.co.uk

W: www.hoshizaki.co.uk

W: www.gramuk.co.uk

T: Hoshizaki - 0845 456 0585

T: Gram - 01322 616 900

Jestic Foodservice Equipment www.jestic.co.uk

Units 3 & 4, Dana Estate, Transfesa Road, Paddock Wood, Kent, TN12 6UU info@jestic.co.uk 01892 831960

Williams Refrigeration

Bryggen Road, North Lynn Industrial Estate, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 2HZ 01553 817000

Foster Fridge www.foster-fridge.com

1st Floor, The Coach House, Montpelier Mews, High Street South, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 3SH info@foster-fridge.com 01582 788486

Polar Refrigeration

www.polar-refrigerator.com

Unit 8, Access 18, Bristol, BS11 8HT

See website for stockists

Sauces & Marinades

The Crucial Sauce Company Ltd

Unit 1b, Nechells Business Centre, 31 Dollman Street, Nechells, Birmingham, B7 4RP

T: 0121 333 3233

E: info@thecrucialsaucecompany.co.uk

W: www.thecrucialsaucecompany.co.uk

BI Europe Limited

www.bilimited.com

Unit 21 – 22 Kernan Drive, Loughborough, Charnwood, LE11 5JF info@bilimited.com 01509 631650

Dibs Distribution

www.dibsdistribution.co.uk

1432b Clock Tower Road, Isleworth, Middlesex, TW7 6DT sales@dibs.uk.com 0208 568 6668

Keejays Limited

www.keejays.com

Crockatt Road, Lady Lane Ind. Estate, Hadleigh, Suffolk, IP7 6RD enquiries@keejays.com 01473 827304

Sausages, Pies and Burgers

James T Blakeman & Co Ltd, www.blakemans.co.uk

Millenium Way, High Carr Business Park, Newcastle –under- Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 7UF admin@blakemans.co.uk 01782 569610

McWhinney’s Sausages

www.mcwhinneys.com

10 Balloo Way, Balloo Industrial Park, Bangor, Co. Down, N. Ireland, BT19 7QZ info@mcwhinneys.com 028 9127 1811

Pukka Pies Ltd

The Halcroft, Syston, Leicester, LE7 1LD trade@pukkapies.co.uk

T: 0116 264 4004

E: trade@pukkapies.co.uk

W: www.pukkapies.co.uk

Peter’s Food Service

www.petersfood.com

Unit 1, Greenway, Bedwas House Industrial Estate, Bedwas, Caerphilly, CF83 8XP 029 2085 3200 info@petersfood.com

Westaway Sausages Ltd. www.westawaysausages.com 3-6 Rydon Industrial Estate, Canal Way, Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 3SJ 01626 333101

Metrow Foods Limited www.metrow.co.uk Airborne Close, Leigh-on Sea Essex, SS9 4EN helpdesk@metrow.co.uk 01702 527441

Suffolk Meat Traders www.suffolkmeattraders.co.uk Grove Lane, Elmswell Bury St. Edmunds Suffolk, IP30 9HN sales@suffolkmeattraders.co.uk 01359 242 500

Holland’s Pies www.hollandspies.co.uk Baxenden, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 2SA enquiries@hollandspies.co.uk 01706 213591

Rollover Limited www.rollover-uk.com Rollover House, 802 Oxford Avenue, Slough, Berks., SL1 4LN info@rollover-uk.com 01753 575558

The Franconian Sausage Company www.franconian.co.uk Unit 26, Eldon Way, Paddock Wood, Kent, TN12 6BE info@franconian.co.uk 01892 837816

Shopfitters & Fabricators

Barland Shopfitting Specialists www.barlandshopfitters.co.uk Unit 18, Honey Hall Ing, Huddersfield, West Yorks., HD2 1GP info@barlandshopfitters.co.uk 0800 043 5523

Elite Shopfitters Leeds Ltd. www.eliteshopfittersleads.co.uk 5 Wharfe Mews, Cliff Terrace, Wetherby, LS22 6LX elitshopfittersleeds@iidp.co.uk 0113 258 3324

Jephsons Shopfitters Ltd www.jephsonsshopfitters.co.uk Maun House, Maun Way, Hermitage Lane, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 5GX info@jephsonsshopfitters.co.uk 01623 645809

Promart Manufacturing Ltd www.promart.co.uk Unit 2B Caddick Road, Knowsley Industrial Park South, Merseyside, L34 9HP sales@promart.co.uk 0151 546 4666

Trade Bodies

Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) www.msc.org Marine House 1 Snow Hill London, EC1A 2DH 0207 246 8900

Seafish www.seafish.org 18 Logie Mill Logie Green Road Edinburgh, EH7 4HS Seafish@seafish.co.uk 0131 558 3331

Seafood Scotland www.seafoodscotland.org 18 Logie Mill Logie Green Road Edinburgh, EH7 4HS enquiries@seafoodscotland.org 0131 557 9344

NEODA PO Box 1184, Bromley Kent, BR1 9XW T: 020¬ 8464 3954 E: lynda.simmons@neoda.org.uk W: www.neoda.org.uk

British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF) www.bfff.co.uk

Warwick House, Unit 7, Long Bennington Business Park, Main Road, Long Bennington, Newark, Notts, NG23 5JR 01400 283090

British Kebab Awards www.britishkebabawards.co.uk

8th Floor, Elizabeth House 39 York Road, London, SE1 7NQ, info@ceftus.org / nominationskebabawards@ gmail.com 020 7183 4272

PAPA

The Pizza, Pasta and Italian Food Association www.papa.org.uk

Association House 18C Moor Street Chepstow NP16 5DB 01291 636338

Asian Catering Federation www.acfederation.org London Pall Mall 100 Pall Mall St James London, SW1Y 5NQ

Training & Consultancy

KFE School of Frying Excellence

www.kfeltd.co.uk

Unit A-B, Bentley Business Park, Blenheim Way, Market Deeping, Peterborough PE6 8LD sales@kfeltd.co.uk

01778 380448

National Federation of Fish Friers

www.federationoffishfriers.co.uk

4 Greenwood Mount, Leeds, LS6 4LQ mail@federationoffishfriers.co.uk

0113 230 7044

Crossways Foodservice Consultants

29 High Street Needingworth, St Ives Cambridgeshire, PE27 4SA

T: 07725 434173

E: crosswaysfc@gmail.com

Crossways

W: www.foodserviceconsultants.co.uk

Carpigiani Gelato University UK www.gelatouniversity.com/uk

Carpigiani House Coldnose Rd Rotherwas Industrial Estate Hereford, HR2 6JL janethompson@carpigiani.co.jp 01432 346 018

Uniforms

United Workwear

www.unitedworkwear.com

The United Collection Ltd

80A Ashfield Street London, E1 2BJ info@unitedcollection.co.uk 0207 780 1746

T & T Embroidery Solutions Ltd

www.allembroiderysolutions.com

98 Morley Drive, Ely Cambridgeshire tandtembroiderysolutions@gmail.com 07783 628397

Simon Jersey www.simonjersey.com Altham Accrington Lancashire, BB5 5YE sales@simonjersey.com 0370 4609 047

Best Workwear

www.bestworkwear.co.uk

FRS Countrywear Limited

Unit 1 Building 6 Stanmore Ind. Est. Bridgnorth Shropshire, WV15 5HP sales@bestworkwear.co.uk

08454 65 66 65

Utilities

Utility Helpline

107 Berrows Business Centre, Bath Street, Hereford, HR1 2HE

T: 01432 378690

E: brian@utilityhelpline.co.uk

W: www.utilityhelpline.co.uk

Web Design

Pro Web Design

www.prowebdesignuk.com 119 Hertford Road, London, EN3 5JF info@prowebdesignuk.com 0203 659 4745

Shinebright Creative

www.shinebrightcreativecc.co.uk

13 University Road Leicester, LE1 7RA info@shinebrightcc.com 0116 255 3400

Wholesalers and Cash and Carry

Central Foods

Maple Court, Ash Lane Collingtree Northampton NN4 0NB

T: 01604 858 522

E: info@centralfoods.co.uk

W: www.centralfoods.co.uk

Booker Limited www.booker.co.uk

Irthlingborough Road, Wellingborough, Northants, NN8 1LT 01933 371000

Costco (Head Office) National locations www.costco.co.uk Hartspring Lane, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 8JS  01923 213113

Khanjra International Foods Ltd www.khanjra.co.uk Greenbank Business Park, Blakewater Road, Blackburn, Lancs, BB1 3HU 01254 676793

Parfetts (Head Office) www.parfetts.co.uk Didsbury Road, Stockport, SK4 2JP 0161 429 0429

Franchise Opportunities

Banger Bros www.bangerbros.co.uk

Chicken Cottage www.chickencottage.com

Chop & Wok www.chopandwok.co.uk

Chopstix support@franchising.com

Chozen Noodle www.chozen.co.uk

Doner Kebab German Doner Kebab www.donerkebab.net

Empire Dogs www.empiredogs.co.uk

Flamin’ Chicken info@theflaminchicken.com

Gallones Ice Cream Parlours www.gallonesfranchise.com

Harry Ramsden’s www.harryramsdens.co.uk

London Fish and Chips www.londonfish-chips.com

Mexigo www.mexigo.uk

Muffin Break www.muffinbreak.co.uk

Papa John’s www.papajohns.co.uk

Pepe’s Piri Piri www.pepes.co.uk

Peri Peri Original www.periperioriginal.co.uk

Pita Pit UK www.pitapituk.com

Pizza Time www.pizzatime.co.uk

Quiznos www.quiznossub.co.uk

Sam’s Chicken www.samschicken.com

Subway www,subway.com

Waffle Delight www.waffledelight.co.uk

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