Elior UK grabbed the sought-after Workplace Sandwich Award at The British Sandwich Industry Awards on Thursday 12 for its ‘build your own’ deli bar concept, GO’SASA Deli. Launched to rival the high street leaders, the fresh new concept – developed and trademarked by the leading contract caterer – lets customers build their own perfect sub, wrap or salad. Described by some … [Read more...]
Compass Group UK & Ireland launch UK’s first nutritional toolkit for people living with dementia
The Healthcare business of Compass Group UK & Ireland, the UK’s largest catering firm, is marking National Dementia Awareness Week (15-21 May) by rolling out its “Dignified Dining” toolkit, in over 60 hospitals and care homes. This innovative initiative aims to provide exceptional nutritional care to people living with dementia. The toolkit outlines our ten key nutritional … [Read more...]
Top Tips: fostering healthy lifestyles at work
To mark this year’s Diabetes Week (12th-18th June), Roz Witney, Nutritionist at leading entrepreneurial operator, Dine Contract Catering, looks at ways in which Business and Industry caterers can foster healthier eating habits among those they serve… “New research has also revealed that sitting for six hours a day is not just bad for your back – it also increases the risk of … [Read more...]
BaxterStorey puts wonky asparagus to the top of the menu
Demand for uniformity in fruit and vegetables is causing an increase in food waste across the UK. WRAP research estimates that £3 billion worth of food will be wasted by the UK foodservice and hospitality sector this year, up from £2.5 billion in 2011*. BaxterStorey is working with a UK supplier to help eradicate its wasted asparagus crop and lead the way in the battle against … [Read more...]
Demand for ‘value add’ and hospitality options rising say The O2
The O2, the world’s number one music and entertainment venue, has confirmed a rise in the number of clients looking for ‘value add’ options for conferences, meetings and events. The venue has seen a surge in demand for premium seating options including suites and VIP memberships in 2016, as well as a significant increase in demand for its roof walk experience ‘Up at The O2’ and … [Read more...]