Lamb Weston is turning up the crunch with its innovative Really Crunchy Fries – a new generation of coated fries that deliver an unbeatable, long-lasting crunch and elevate the dining experience for operators and their guests Originally created to meet the growing demand for unique sensory dining experiences, Really Crunchy Fries were developed exclusively for the out-of-home channel, bringing a new dimension to one of the nation’s favourite sides. Operators need products tha

Hoshizaki UK is proud to share that they have helped kickstart a new community-focussed initiative called The Canvas Café Collective. Founded by Ruth Rogers and created after four months of research with community café owners, The Canvas Cafe Collective aims to recognise and strengthen the vital roles that cafes play in helping neighbourhoods thrive, and vulnerable communities feel a sense of belonging. The initiative evolved after The Canvas in Shoreditch – a much-loved East

Fish and chip shops across the country have been celebrating Sustainable Seafood September with a month of social posts, campaigns and instore activities The Buy Blue, Protect Dinner campaign from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) has a simple message: sustainable fishing helps keep your favourites on the menu. By choosing seafood carrying the blue MSC ecolabel, consumers can help protect the dishes they love, and the oceans they come from, for many dinners to come. Joelle

With caterers of all sizes continuing to push global boundaries in the quest to create unique dishes that can set their menus apart, Country Range has unveiled a new quartet of seasonings to help inspire further menu masterpieces The new on-trend range includes Chip Seasoning, Steakhouse Seasoning, Sriracha Seasoning and Chipotle Chilli Seasoning, bringing together some of the bold, smoky, spicy and globally inspired flavours continuing to influence menus across street food,

Commercial catering equipment manufacturer Atosa is expanding its cooking equipment portfolio with the launch of its High-Performance Gas Fryer range, giving pubs, restaurants, QSRs, takeaways and other high-volume foodservice operators access toncommercial frying performance at a competitive price point The new ATFS range is being introduced to the UK as part of the CookRite portfolio, following a successful launch in Europe. The range comprises three single-tank natural gas

From newspaper-wrapped portions on a seaside summer’s day, to a Friday-night takeaway, fish and chips has long been a symbol of British identity and tradition. Yet keeping this much-loved national dish on the menu is becoming increasingly challenging due to the cost per kilo rising from approximately £7 to £17 since 2019. Rising costs are only part of the challenge. Global supply chain issues influenced by adverse weather conditions and ongoing geopolitical disruptions have m

As the UK’s leading online Italian food wholesaler, Salvo 1968 brings that authentic taste of Italy to all Whether you’re running a classic Italian Pizzeria, a popular local pub, a busy deli, or catering for schools and hospitality. Beyond supplying ingredients, Salvo 1968 also runs pizza masterclasses, customer training sessions and live demonstrations, helping businesses raise their game in the kitchen. With pizza styles evolving across London and beyond - from traditional

Rising production towards 2030 could open up new opportunities for retailers, suppliers and foodservice operators to meet growing demand for premium seafood with quality, provenance and versatility Norway is significantly expanding halibut production to help meet the growing demand for premium seafood in markets such as the UK. According to the Norwegian Seafood Council (NSC), halibut is expected to grow from around 2,500 tonnes in 2025 to more than 20,000 tonnes annually by

The UK fast food market continues to demonstrate resilience, growing 5.7% year-on-year – a rate that outpaces inflation. While affordability remains a key consideration for consumers, demand for indulgent, flavour-led experiences continues to shape the category, particularly among younger generations seeking exciting global influences and innovative menu choices. According to Mintel, younger consumers are prompting fast food operators to rethink traditional offerings to meet

What the UK Fish & Chip Industry taught me about Passion, Innovation and Partnership this Summer This summer, I spent two days with some of the finest people in the UK Fish & Chip industry. One day was spent with David Miller, one of the true legends of the sector. He has spent decades building businesses, developing people and helping shape one of Britain’s most iconic food traditions. See the post from my day with David here The day before, I spent time with Gavin and Aman