I want to talk about, cod. The industry’s favourite punching bag this week. By Ben English, Director, Marrfish If you’ve read the headlines, you’d think it’s time to strike cod off the menu and never speak of it again. Bit dramatic, no? But here’s what’s actually going on – without the pearl-clutching… Yes, the southern cod stock (North Sea, Channel, Celtic Sea) is under pressure because warmer seas are pushing the fish further north, following colder water and food. It’s mes

Jean-François LeGrand, Sustainability Director, Tyson Foods Europe tells Fast Food Professional magazine how at Tyson Foods, animal welfare is upheld as a core value that drives our mission Jean François has extensive experience in the protein sector, covering fish, dairy, beef cattle, and poultry. His background spans both the upstream part of the value chain (farm operations) and the manufacturing side. Q. How does Tyson Foods define its responsibility toward animal welfare

The Inside Scoop: Why Sustainable Oils are the Future of Ice Cream By - Gary Lewis, Head of Business Development and Sustainability at KTC Edibles and President of the National Edible Oils Association Big changes are happening in the ice cream and dessert industry. Driven by surging consumer demand for vegan, deforestation-free and ethically produced products, the market is evolving quicker than you can say ‘mine’s a 99, please.’ At the same time, manufacturers are navigating

I was very privileged in May to be invited, together with the winners of the NFFF National Fish & Chip Awards for 2026, to the Norwegian Seafood Council Inspiration Day which was held at both Westminster Kingsway College, London and also at the Norwegian Ambassador’s Residence in Kensington. The college, renowned as probably the best in the UK, gave so many of the top industry chefs their grounding to go on and achieve Michelin stars and great fame in the world of food and re

European ready-to-fill patisserie specialist Pidy is delighted to unveil its brand-new website – www.pidy.com C entred around Pidy’s new ‘Bring Colours to Your Plate’ philosophy, the refreshed site puts presentation at the fore, showcasing over 400 creative products that can help chefs add a pop of colour to menus. Users can easily learn about Pidy’s latest innovations thanks to a dedicated ‘New Products’ tab – including a trio of colourful trendies, Mediterranean-inspired ir

St David’s to meet growing demand for quality breakfast coffee Seattle’s Best Coffee, part of Nestlé Professional, has officially launched in Which Wich’ newest store at Cardiff’s St David’s shopping centre, strengthening its presence on the UK high street as operators continue to prioritise quality coffee. With UK consumers drinking approximately 98 million cups of coffee per day1, breakfast remains one of the most important occasions to capture morning footfall. Having offi

Jestic Foodservice Solutions is delighted to announce the addition of Orved, the Italian specialist in vacuum packaging and food preservation technology, to its growing portfolio of premium foodservice brands. Founded in 1984, Orved has built a global reputation for innovation, quality and reliability, delivering advanced vacuum solutions designed to meet the demands of professional kitchens, hospitality operators and food production environments. The partnership will see Jes

Discover the full Unox experience at HRC 2026! T his year at the UK’s biggest hospitality event, Unox will unveil its latest addition to its portfolio - the brand new BAKERLUX Classic, a newly evolved range of convection ovens designed specifically for professional bakery, café and food-to-go environments, debuting for the first time in the UK at the show. The BAKERLUX Classic brings together the heritage of Unox’s LINEMISS™ and LINEMICRO™ ranges, now unified into a single, s

“C ooking methods can have a significant impact on the finish of a final dish, so it’s no surprise that ovens, grills, and barbeques are the subject of constant innovation. On the grill front in particular, gas models have long been favoured for their power and signature finish – however, recent developments have seen electric alternatives take leaps in improvement. For example, Heidebrenner Lava Rock Electric Grills, available through Exclusive Ranges, heralds a turning poin

Brand takes top honour in ‘Cornish Pasty Company’ category at the Global Pasty Awards and ‘Vegan category’ at the British Pie Awards T he Phat Pasty Co has scooped two awards in one week - the ‘Cornish Pasty Company’ category at the inaugural Global Pasty Championships and the ‘Vegan’ category at the British Pie Awards 2026. At the Lost Gardens of Heligan in Cornwall - the Global Pasty Championships saw Matt Wells, Sales Director at Phat Pasty, collect the prestigious award f