Training and developing students to enter and develop a career in hospitality and catering is the very lifeblood of our industry. We need more people coming into our industry to fill the people and skills shortages that limit growth. So, we were delighted when we came across the video below, where Alistair Wrigley, Commercial Catering Manager at Middlesbrough College … [Read more...]
Country Range Student Chef Challenge semi-finalists revealed
With the deadline for entries now passed, sixteen catering colleges from around the UK have received an early Christmas present after they were announced as semi-finalists for the prestigious Country Range Student Chef Challenge 2018/19. The successful teams to qualify for the semi-final heats following a tough paper judging stage are as follows: Ayrshire College … [Read more...]
Post Brexit, politicians and business will have to work in tandem to build UK PLC
Does business lead where politicians follow or vice-versa? The two are undeniably intertwined and the relationship can be dysfunctional with one often taking credit or blame for the other’s actions. Whatever your opinion, post Brexit, politicians and business will have to work in tandem to build UK PLC. We will see headlines of our major corporations leading the charge, … [Read more...]
Former CRSC finalist takes part in fine dining Extravaganza
With the deadline for entries less than a week away, former Country Range Student Chef Challenge finalist Sean Comiskey is demonstrating why the Challenge has been so beneficial to his career as he takes part in an exclusive fine dining experience in London. Good Food For Better Cause is an industry event inspired by raising mental health awareness and will take place on … [Read more...]
New! Gold plated barware from Artis
For the past few years, copper barware has been all the rage. Now leading distributor of table- and barware, Artis, has taken cocktail service presentation to a new level with the introduction of a range of gold-plated bar kit and accessories. Gold-plated barware These new pieces will enhance the backbar service and significantly add to the ‘theatre’ of the mixologist. … [Read more...]