As the unsung heroes of the catering industry, commercial kitchen engineers don’t often receive the recognition they deserve for keeping the country’s hospitality venues running at their best. We thought we’d take a closer look at what it takes to excel in this challenging role – and what you, as a client, should expect from the repair and maintenance professionals here at TWO … [Read more...]
Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Hernö Gin and the Six Rivers Foundation collaborate in tasteful charity project
Hernö Gin and Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Six Rivers Foundation have collaborated to craft a unique Icelandic signature gin that will also contribute towards the conservation of the North Atlantic Salmon. The Six Rivers Foundation is a charity that works to protect and rebuild vital wildlife habitats in the river systems of remote Northeast Iceland. It is a not-for-profit conservation … [Read more...]
A notable first in sustainable agriculture from Riso Gallo
Riso Gallo is the first international rice brand to have produced its rice from sustainable agriculture, making their premium best-selling risotto completely sustainable from field to fork. Established in 1856, Riso Gallo is the oldest Risotto rice producer in Italy and has been delivering its premium rice to consumers around the world for over six generations. Known to … [Read more...]
How to make a delicious non-alcoholic NoGroni
Non-alcoholic cocktails, or mocktails, are becoming increasingly popular as more people seek healthier or alcohol-free alternatives without sacrificing the pleasure of a well-made drink. These beverages provide all the flavours and experiences of their alcoholic counterparts, making them perfect for any occasion. The recipe below is part of a series we are working on with … [Read more...]
Leading the industry in serving appreciation
Recognising and appreciating the people you work alongside can significantly boost morale and motivation. The growing popularity of the Kitchen Porters Club highlights the high esteem in which kitchen porters are held across our industry. This is evidenced by the diverse range of kitchen porters who have recently won the prestigious Kitchen Porter of the Month title, … [Read more...]
Jestic raise money for Down’s Syndrome Association
Jestic Foodservice Solutions’ annual summer charity drive has raised an incredible £1,776 for 2024 charity partner, Down’s Syndrome Association. Held each summer at Jestic’s Paddock Wood offices in Kent, team members all do their bit to help raise as much money as possible for a staff-chosen charity. The fundraising efforts have included hamper raffles, as well as an … [Read more...]
Love Drinks Launches Gorilla Saving Karisimbi Rum Trio Ahead of National Rum Day
With National Rum Day (16th August) approaching, Love Drinks has added to its collection of high-class ethical spirits after taking on the distribution for the award-winning Karisimbi Rum brand. Produced by Gorilla Spirits Co, the stunning British-made artisan range includes the Karisimbi White Rum, Karisimbi Spiced Rum and Karisimbi Golden Rum. At the prestigious IWSC … [Read more...]
Wafflemeister and Clermont Hotel Group launch in Piccadilly
Wafflemeister, the UK’s most popular waffle brand and fastest growing food retailer, has today announced the launch of a new high-street store in conjunction with new franchisee the Clermont Hotel Group - the largest hotel owner-operator in London. Nestled between Piccadilly and Leicester Square (31 Coventry Street, London, W1D 6AS), the store is offering customers the … [Read more...]
The best way to find your favourite non-alcoholic spirits
Drinks consumption has been undergoing a significant shift in recent times, with more people opting for non-alcoholic alternatives. Whether driven by health concerns, lifestyle choices, or simply a desire for variety, the market for non-alcoholic spirits has been rapidly expanding. For those seeking a sophisticated drink minus the buzz, these innovative concoctions offer … [Read more...]
A short lesson in resilience from the TWO Services team
The hospitality industry is one of a kind. It’s fast-paced, it’s unrelenting, and it’s unpredictable, often presenting us with challenges that we never saw coming (let’s not even talk about Covid…). And these challenges do, of course, extend to the companies that service hospitality businesses; firms like TWO Services, which provides expert cleaning and maintenance … [Read more...]
Innovation for event venue catering with new in-cup product for freshly ground Arabica coffee
The ability for event venue caterers to quickly serve supporters with a fresh filtered coffee has just been made easier after leading coffee manufacturer Kimbo launched its new KIMBO In-Cup, which makes freshly ground filter rather than instant coffee much more accessible. The KIMBO In-Cup, which has been developed by Kimbo UK, offers freshly ground 100% Arabica filtered … [Read more...]
Pizza Pilgrims, Mowgli, Bundobust & The Devonshire join Casual Dining Speaker Line-Up
Casual Dining, the definitive restaurant, pub & bar event has announced its next batch of speakers for its highly anticipated 10th anniversary show on 18-19 September at ExCeL London. Renowned for having the best in the business, the show’s Keynote Programme will deliver important insights for restaurant, pub and bar operators who attend. From keynote interviews to … [Read more...]
Rainforest Alliance Tea Bags Added to the Signature by Country Range Collection
With Afternoon Tea Week taking place from the 12th to the 18th August and the classic cuppa still a much-loved mainstay on menus across catering, Country Range has bolstered its Signature collection with the addition of a tea-riffic special new blend. Made using the finest hand plucked teas, sourced from Rainforest Alliance gardens on the equatorial plains of Africa and … [Read more...]
25-up!
Soft-drinks and low/no-alcohol specialists, Alfresco, celebrate their 25th birthday this year. That calls for a few (alcohol-free) drinks! “To this day, you’ll hear 50-year olds saying they’d prefer not to drink at all than drink a no-alcohol beer … Kaliber has a lot to answer for!” The signature drink of Alfresco Drinks Ltd – an additive-free sparkling elderflower drink – … [Read more...]
Deliverect Launches Pulse Across Delivery Platforms
Deliverect Launches Pulse to Optimise Store Health and Help Restaurants Bolster Marketing Intelligence Across Delivery Platforms With Partners Like Uber Eats, Deliveroo & Just Eat, Pulse Provides Actionable Insights, Real-Time Alerts, and Comprehensive Tools for Improved Visibility, ROI, and Marketplace Position Deliverect, the leading global food tech SaaS company, … [Read more...]