Managing Partner Jon Pryce and Kudos’ head chefs and general managers got together for the 2015 Summer Conference with a focus to discuss the recent allergens legislation, the effects it has had on business over the last six months, and the solutions that have been put in place to help manage it. The two-day conference saw 95 per cent of the company’s managers and head chefs … [Read more...]
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Artizian: going above and beyond the basics on allergens
Boutique contract caterer Artizian is proud to announce it has exceeded requirements for new EU allergen regulations across its whole business. The news means customers with allergies can dine with complete confidence at any Artizian restaurant. Above and beyond the basic requirements Artizian’s Manager for Nutrition and Wellbeing, Catherine Attfield explained: “Here … [Read more...]
F&B managers concerned and concerning on new allergens legislation
An independent survey commissioned by F&B technology expert Caternet, has uncovered new fears faced by the industry in line with the changes to EU Food Labelling regulations and allergens which come into force on 13 December 2014. Almost half of F&B managers (47%), say they are ‘uncertain’ even though they have some plans in place, but they admit it’s a game of chance … [Read more...]
Preparing for the new food law and allergens with Punch
Leading pub company Punch Taverns has revealed the extensive support that is being offered to its partners who are all set to be affected by the introduction of new food regulations. In December 2014, EU Food Information Regulation no. 1169/2011 (FIR) will be coming into effect and will have a significant impact on all foodservice operators. The aim of the legislation is to … [Read more...]
IoH introduces 1-2-3 approach to managing food allergens
As the 13 December deadline to comply with the new EU Food Information Regulation (FIR) gets nearer, the Institute of Hospitality has produced a ‘FIR Toolbox’ aimed at small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs). Print and use The Institute’s FIR Toolbox contains useful templates that operators can print off and use as part of their everyday operations in order to comply … [Read more...]
PSL: tackling Allergens and Christmas
PSL are already concentrating on the two major events that will soon be upon us: Christmas 2014 and the introduction of the new Food Allergens Information Regulations. Allergens 13 December sees the new law come in to effect, and all caterers will be required to provide a full list of all potential Allergens that may be found in any food that they sell. PSL has worked … [Read more...]
Smart Innovation offers customer choice on allergens
NT Assure has recently launched some new additions to its Smart Innovation range of Apps coinciding with the announcement that NT Assure is partnering with a leading 5 star hotel to bring real time allergen information to the fingertips of all its customers. The London hotel is working with NT Assure to implement its iPad app known as Smart Menu throughout all its … [Read more...]
Major organisations join forces with Food Allergy Training Consultancy on food allergens
Major organisations are actively joining forces with the Food Allergy Training Consultancy (FATC) to help educate food businesses and venues on massive changes to food allergen labelling legislation. These organisations currently include: the Food Standards Agency, the Anaphylaxis Campaign, Sodexo, 3663, Ask Italian, Trading Standards, Reading Scientific Services, Foods Matter … [Read more...]
Nutritional and Hydration week 2024 – Afternoon Tea Competition
The latest Nutrition and Hydration Week will commence on Monday 11th March and run through to Sunday 17th March. There are many others around the world from Australia to Canada also looking to take part especially around the Wednesday, 13th, when Afternoon Tea is the focus. Who can’t resist a cake and Scone? The day also sees the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists … [Read more...]
Prison based training academy enables offers of employment to trainees
By Angela Green: Prison based training academy enables offers of employment to trainees. People in custody at HMP & YOI Grampian have been given a life-changing offer of employment after graduating from Scotland’s first prison-based ‘Greene King Training Academy’. The new partnership between the Scottish Prison Service (SPS), pub company and brewer Greene King, and … [Read more...]
Formal complaint raised against FSA on public consultation relating to genetically modified precision bred organisms
By Angela Green: Formal complaint raised against FSA on public consultation relating to genetically modified precision bred organisms. A group of experts representing business, farming, certification, academia, science and civil society have lodged a formal complaint against the UK’s Food Standards Agency (FSA), raising serious concerns about its public consultation … [Read more...]
How to upskill staff and upsell your F&B during the festive season
By Tim Reed, Partnerships Manager – Newbridge Before long the clocks will be turning back and, if not underway already, the festive season will begin in earnest. Often a time that can instil feelings of excitement and stress in equal measure into the hearts and minds of hospitality operators. Christmas is often the busiest and most profitable time of year for hospitality. … [Read more...]
CRG strikes up Partnership with The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation
The Country Range Group (CRG) has entered a three-year partnership with The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation to help drive the delivery of its charitable objectives such as the Natasha Clinical Trial. CRG will become the first foodservice buying group to be a partner of the Natasha Allergy Research Foundation. The unique partnership will see the buying group and its members … [Read more...]
HELIX delivers £355 million to Welsh food and drink
By Angela Green A project providing technical and commercial support to the Welsh food and drink industry has reported that it has delivered over £355 million impact to the sector since it launched in 2016. As a result of its success, the Welsh Government have announced Project HELIX will continue to assist the sector until March 2025. Project HELIX is a pan-Wales … [Read more...]
How one university catering team is working with the push to go plant-based
By Katherine Price: It’s been a difficult month to stay positive in the face of extreme weather events highlighting the dangers of a warming planet. As well as fatal wildfires and storms in Europe, Antarctic ice hit record low levels for June and a new study suggested the Gulf Stream could collapse as early as 2025. Given our understanding of the food supply … [Read more...]