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A combination of articles, news, and practical advice from food service professionals. We're a food service buying group helping caterers, our 20 UK and European wholesale members and suppliers facilitate business and build long-term relationships.
Fairway Foodservice
1w ago
Mother’s Day is a key date for hospitality businesses, offering a great opportunity to attract customers looking to treat their loved ones. For many, taking their mum out for a meal is the perfect way to show appreciation. With Mother’s Day fast approaching, understanding dining trends and customer behaviour from previous years can help businesses ..read more
Fairway Foodservice
2w ago
Introduction Greek cuisine, with its rich history and bold flavours, is gaining popularity in the UK. Its traditional ingredients and cooking techniques can be seamlessly integrated with seasonal British produce, allowing chefs to craft menus that bring a taste of the Mediterranean to local diners. By using fresh, seasonal ingredients from the UK alongside staples ..read more
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2w ago
Introduction As a chef, keeping up with food trends and changing customer preferences is essential to staying relevant. Greek cuisine, which has been around for thousands of years, is currently experiencing a major revival across the UK. From street food stalls serving gyros to high-end Greek restaurants, the popularity of Greek food is growing rapidly ..read more
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2w ago
Flower power Vanilla is more than just a flavour; it’s an essential ingredient for chefs, bakers, mixologists and chocolatiers worldwide. Derived from orchid plants, vanilla beans undergo a meticulous process from cultivation to extraction, resulting in a diverse range of flavour profiles suited to various applications. It’s also available in a range of formats dependant ..read more
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1M ago
Pancake Day, also known as Shrove Tuesday, marks the last day of indulgence before Lent. Traditionally, it was a way to use up flour, eggs, and milk before the fasting period began. While the UK celebrates with pancakes, other countries have their own traditions. In the USA, Mardi Gras parades fill the streets of New ..read more
Fairway Foodservice
1M ago
Valentines Day is one of the most important days in the hospitality industry. With dining out being the most popular way for couples to celebrate this is a way of bringing income to your business. This year should be a very busy one with the day falling on a Friday evening. Why not stretch out ..read more
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1M ago
As a nation, we’re all striving to ‘do our bit’ to make the world a better place. We’re taking personal action to live sustainably and making ethical choices by opting to buy products which make a positive difference. Demand for products which meet these criteria is on the rise, and, as a consequence, food companies ..read more
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1M ago
e hearty ingredients not only add nutrition but also satisfy the craving for warm, filling meals that combat the chill of a UK winter. With growing interest in sustainability and seasonality, chefs can appeal to customers by showcasing local, seasonal winter produce. Sharing stories about locally grown vegetables strengthens the connection between your establishment and ..read more
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1M ago
Plant power The month-long Veganuary challenge has become something of a global phenomenon with around 25million participants in 2024 – the biggest to date. Many consumers choose to take part and follow a plant-based diet for the month of January as a way of ‘dipping their toe in the water’ to try a new lifestyle ..read more
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1M ago
We’ve looked at how to craft your Christmas menu, budget, and sourcing products. Now we’re going to investigate staff training, preparations, and well-being. Let’s face it, we’ve probably all worked in disorganised places. Poor leaders, bullying in the kitchen, and terrible staff retention can make a job so much less enjoyable for everyone. However, by ..read more