Hello and welcome…

Jess Douglas, Marketing & HR Director, Confex Ltd

… to the very first issue of Eat, the brand-new digital magazine created to support you in running a successful food and drink business. I’m sure you’re probably wondering where the magazine has come from...? Your local wholesaler is a member of wholesale buying group Confex, and we at Confex are committed to supporting you, your business and your wholesaler in any way we can.

This year has been the toughest the hospitality industry has ever faced. Closing your doors and adapting your business has tested your resilience and your courage again and again. We recognise how hard 2020 has been and we’re here to help with pages bursting with the latest news, insight, advice, products and trends to boost your profits.

Whether you own a cafe, coffee shop, restaurant or pub, run a school or care home kitchen, or offer fast food or food to go, there’s inspiration and advice for everyone.

I hope you enjoy the first issue!

JESS DOUGLAS MARKETING & HR DIRECTOR CONFEX LTD

Jess’s must-reads this issue

» Veganuary, pages 16-18: Ideas and simple swaps on serving up exciting vegan fare

» Coffee, pages 22-23: Get creative with caffeine

» Dry January, pages 27-28: A sophisticated approach to revitalising soft drinks