With consumer trends shifting towards convenience and personalisation, quick-serve solutions are more relevant than ever. UK customers are looking for flavour, speed, portability and flexibility at a price that suits everyday budgets. Caterers who can provide high-quality, fast-turnaround meals will be well placed to capture this growing demand. Recent analysis from Lumina Intelligence reveals we are in an era of selective spending where ‘smart choices over cheap eats’ influe

Seafood from Norway has announced that the vessel Geir will host the esteemed winners of this year’s National Fish and Chip Awards. The study trip offers a rare chance for operators to visit Norway’s cold, clear waters and see first-hand how coveted species used for fish and chips – including quality Norwegian cod and haddock caught by vessels such as Geir – are responsibly sourced at sea. Further to this, in 2026 Seafood from Norway will continue its commitment to the UK fis

In an ever-crowded market, it’s more important than ever to create standout dishes and signature ‘house’ flavours. With so many fast food options available, operators need to grab people’s attention with an exciting menu and deliver flavour packed dishes that will keep them coming back for more. Menus don’t need to be complicated, they need to be considered. They need to appeal to the customers who want their familiar favourites, and the more adventurous seeking global inspir

Building on decades of Japanese engineering excellence, Panasonic Professional Kitchen proudly introduces the SR-PGE54 Pro IH Rice Cooker – a high-performance professional solution designed to deliver efficient, consistent, and reliable results in busy commercial kitchens. C ontinuing to drive innovation in commercial cooking technology, the Professional Kitchen IH Pro Rice Cooker represents a new benchmark in precision cooking. The high-power model uses powerful induction he

One of the comments I have heard most in recent years is about fish stocks and reduced quotas with the resulting rise in prices to the end user. Being the largest source of protein eaten throughout the world, this adds further pressure to food supply chains including the restaurant and takeaway sectors in the UK, also burdened by increased business costs and a cash-strapped customer base Having been aware of salmon farming in Scotland through visits over the last 50 years, I

It’s well-known that the British public can’t get enough of a good chippy meal and on the flip side, fish and chip businesses across the UK have also been serving big portions of compassion and support in their localities, with the National Fish & Chip Awards selecting three as finalists for its Community Engagement prize. The awards’ judging panel has had a tough task deliberating over the six shortlisted businesses announced last month but three have edged ahead with their

British actor, comedian and presenter Stephen Mangan has been announced as the official host of the National Fish & Chip Awards 2026 which is recognised as the leading competition for fish and chip owners A hugely versatile performer, award-winning Stephen is best known for his radio show on Classic FM, presenting Portrait Artist of the Year on Sky Arts and the hugely popular game show Fortune Hotel, along with the ITV drama The Split and sitcom Green Wing, to name a few. And

World food is transforming traditional fast food menus in the UK and we’re seeing a strong trend for blending cuisines from around the world into modern combinations that excite diners. Competition in the fast food sector is intense and dining habits are growing steadily with changing preferences driving this, with appetites firmly set on bold, authentic global flavours and mixed textures. The trend is towards affordable, convenient, quality foods, authentic ingredients and f

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Leading foodservice wholesaler Booker reveals the trends it expects to see in the out-of-home market in 2026 and locks down 450 prices until March Blended global cuisines, quality fast food for sharing, loaded and topped dishes, chicken, and colour trends are set to shape the dining out sector in 2026. When dining out or ordering in, guests are seeking elevated experiences they cannot easily recreate themselves, so getting the menu right to suit multiple dayparts, flavour pre