As the UK’s largest independent supplier of catering equipment and catering supplies to the restaurant and hospitality trade, our expert product consultants have years of experience specifying and installing equipment to a wide range of business types. We have compiled this range of buyers guides to help our customers make informed decisions about which products best suit their requirements. From new products and the latest trends, through to specialist knowledge that helps to simplify technical jargon, we are confident that you will find a buyers guide that is relevant to your catering outlet.
Even in a commercial setting, the microwave is one of the most useful appliances in the kitchen; they can fulfil numerous functions helping to reduce the workload on kitchen staff and other appliances saving you time. Unlike with domestic microwaves, commercial microwaves are much more powerful and durable as they have been built with components designed for consistent and long periods of use.
A common concept in domestic kitchens, induction hobs are now being integrated more into commercial catering establishments as their popularity grows. The sudden increase in their use is down to several factors including the growing concern to save energy to save on costs and the environment. Another is down to manufacturers improving the quality
The commercial oven is one of if not the most important appliance in your commercial kitchen. However, deciding which oven is best for your kitchen can be tricky; our definitive guide to commercial ovens should help you in your buying process.
When considering which commercial oven to buy price is not always to determining factor, you should prioritise choosing the product which will meet your kitchen needs, not just save you money in the short term.
A commercial convection oven uses a stable and uniform temperature through the cooking cabinet regardless of the food’s positioning inside. Using fans, heat is distributed evenly through the oven; this reduces pre-heating time and cuts down cooking times. Unlike with commercial oven ranges the mass majority of convection ovens do not include gas or electric hobs on top.
When planning to design and install a new commercial kitchen setup, there is the growing issue of tackling space restrictions. The limitations of available space will affect how you plan to create a working and efficient catering space. Both chefs and kitchen staff will appreciate a commercial kitchen designed to consider ergonomics and so it is essential to factor in not only space for all equipment but also space for the team to move without being over cumbered. Here are five steps to take into consideration when designing a commercial kitchen.
In the UK, the coffee shop industry saw a market rise of 37%, from £2.4 billion in 2011 to £3.4 billion in 2016. After 18 years of considerable continued growth, the coffee shop market is one of the most successful in the UK economy and is set to outnumber pubs by 2030 as coffee shops become the new local. However, a lot of this growth is related to the increase in branded cafe chains such as Starbucks or Costa Coffee. While independent chains saw some growth competing with the large corporations is becoming more of a challenge, it could be argued that the café and coffee shop industry is reaching a saturation point and trying to stand out from the crowd.
Knowing which glass to serve which drink in can get confusing. Which glass do you serve gin in? Can you put wine in tumblers? Which wine glass is used for red and which is used for white? Serving drinks in the correct glasses can be a complicated and expensive business however can really improve the experience for your customers. We’ve put together a guide on the main groups of glassware and what to use them for to help in choosing specific styles for the correct beverages in hope to make this process easier..
As any restaurant business owner will know, starting up a restaurant is no easy task, and a plethora of things need to be taken into consideration. You think about the menu, the food, who to hire, what drinks to serve. However, the one factor that will influence the success of your business tends to be overlooked — the design of your restaurant.
