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Are you ready for Seafood Week? 4-11 October 2019 Industry marketing toolkit released as countdown to this year’s campaign continues
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new industry marketing toolkit has been
toolkit is a great resource which will help seafood businesses
launched to support businesses participating
big or small plan their own activities and make sure that
in Seafood Week 2019, which will run from
they get the most out of the campaign.”
4-11 October.
got involved in the campaign, running events and
supports the £10bn UK seafood industry, as part of its
championing Seafood Week across their own marketing
work to encourage consumers to eat more seafood, more
and social media channels.
often. Seafood businesses from all across the country are
Ural Hassan, Director at Poppie’s Fish and Chips, said:
invited to take part in the campaign which is delivered
“For us, Seafood Week is a great way to hone in on our
from the organisation’s consumer brand ‘Fish is the Dish’
Poppies values - freshness of fish, and quality of food.
and aims to promote the huge range of delicious seafood
That’s all thanks to our wonderful staff: people like our
available in the UK.
head fishmonger Salih, who has been working with us from
In addition to general promotion and celebration of
our start, and in fish and chips for years and years before.
the wide variety of fish and shellfish on offer, this year’s
Seafood Week is a great hook to tell these stories and all
campaign will also turn the spotlight on a mix of popular
that matters to us!”
and lesser-known species with the following themed activity days: Friday 4: Mackerel Saturday 5: Prawns Sunday 6: Plaice Monday 7: Scallops Tuesday 8: Mussels Wednesday 9: Hake Thursday 10: Crab Friday 11: Haddock, cod and pollock for fish & chips
Kathryn Ellaway from Dawnfresh Seafoods said: “Seafood Week is a great way to interact with our retail customers and get more focus on their fish and shellfish categories. This encourages shoppers to not only buy into the category for the first time or buy species they are perhaps more used to, it also encourages them to be a bit bolder and try a new dish or a different species. It’s also a great opportunity to be involved in an industry-wide campaign and we are actively using this years’ campaign opportunity to interact with a number of primary schools with educational activities designed for and with Seafood
There are many ways that businesses can participate in
Week in mind. The engagement Seafish get from their
Seafood Week 2019 – from offering product promotions,
annual campaign is phenomenal, so we can’t wait to get
to running competitions or events, as well as sharing
involved again in 2019.”
stories on the ways consumers can buy, cook and dine
CJ Jackson, Principal of the Seafood School at
out on great seafood from their own marketing and
Billingsgate, said “A core part of my work at the Seafood
communication channels.
School and my role as a Seafish Ambassador is to
The new marketing toolkit launched today has a range
promote the fabulous array of fish and shellfish available
of resources to help businesses get the most from the
in the UK. Seafood Week is definitely a highlight in the
campaign, including more information on the 2019 Seafood
calendar – it’s really fantastic to see the whole industry
Week themes, a social media calendar, tips on how to get
come together to get everyone talking about the
involved and inspiration to get started.
delicious fish and shellfish available and all the great
Marcus Coleman, CEO of Seafish said: “We’re passionate
ways you can cook, eat and enjoy it.”
about encouraging consumers to eat more fish and shellfish
The Seafood Week marketing toolkit is available
so that they can enjoy the benefits of this delicious and
to download from the Seafish website: https://www.
healthy protein source. Seafish created Seafood Week as a
seafish.org/article/seafood-week. Businesses who have
platform to help the seafood industry promote the fantastic
already registered to take part will be sent a copy of the
range of produce available in the UK, so we’re delighted to
toolkit directly.
be celebrating the fifth year of the campaign in 2019. “As the countdown continues we’re excited to share more information about our plans for this year. The marketing 7
In 2018 businesses across the whole supply chain
Seafood Week is run by Seafish, the public body which
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Pukka Puts the Great British Chippy at The Heart of New TV Advertising Campaign Nation’s favourite fish and chip shop pie brand unveils
Filming also took place at the Pukka bakery in Syston, to
new TV advertising campaign to drive footfall into fish
celebrate the love and attention to detail that helps Pukka
and chip shops
ensure each and every one of the 1 million pies that leave
Launch comes as new independent research reveals half of all people enjoy pie and chips from their local chippy at least once a year. Of those who do, they tuck into pie and chips 14 times per year
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the bakery each week taste great and are high quality. “People have always been at the core of the familyowned business,” says Fisher, “so our campaign doesn’t just focus on the real people who sell and enjoy Pukka pies, but the people who make and bake them too.
ukka, the nation’s favourite fish and chip shop pie
“We’ve also timed the campaign to break with the busy
brand, is unveiling a new TV advertising campaign
back to school period, which we know is key for fish and
urging pie-lovers to get down to the local chippy. The new campaign – entitled The People’s Pie – hits TV
chip shops as people want wholesome and tasty takeaway
screens on 18th September 2019 and features everyday
The campaign comes as new independent research
folk and their love affair with Pukka pies. It also “puts fish
reveals half of all people enjoy pie and chips from their
and chip shops at the heart of the Pukka story,” explains
local fish and chip shop at least once a year. Of those who
Pukka’s General Manager, Isaac Fisher, with NFFF member,
do, the average number of times they buy pie and chips
Rothley Fisheries in Leicestershire, one of the centerpieces
from their local fish and chip shop is 14 times per year –
of the new campaign.
compared with 16 times for fish and chips. Overall, Pukka
The ad, which will run across TV and VOD, kicks off with Rothley Fisheries owner and Pukka stockist, Andreas
options which are great value and high quality.”
is the nation’s favourite pie brand by a country mile – and polled three times as many votes as its nearest rival.
Agathangelou, flipping his sign to open before a young girl
Pukka will back the campaign with a suite of point of sale
in slippers and her mother come into buy pie and chips for
materials for the fish and chip shop trade, including open/
the family on a Friday evening. It then shows the different
closed signs, posters, swinger pavement signs, and wall-
ways that people enjoy Pukka – be it from the chippy, at
mounted signs.
home, or out and about.
“The fish and chip shop trade is our heartland. We are
“Ever since we first started trading as Trevor Storer’s
confident that our new campaign will help attract a wider
Homemade Pies over 55 years ago, fish and chip shops
consumer base and in turn increase sales for chippy
have been – and always will be – at the heart of our story,”
owners nationwide,” concludes Fisher.
comments Fisher. “It’s where we still do half our trade, so it
Pukka’s TV advert will launch across TV and VOD and
was important to us to remind viewers that nothing beats
new point of sale materials will be available from the Pukka
tucking into a Pukka pie from the chippy.”
trade section of https://www.pukkapies.co.uk
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How Krispies in Exmouth Became the Best Fish & Chip Shop in the UK Winners of Britain’s prestigious National Fish and Chip Shop Awards 2019, it’s no secret that Krispies in Exmouth is a destination fish and chip shop, attracting customers well beyond a fish and chip shop’s usual radius. Run by husband and wife duo and a cherished crew, Tim and
specialises in serving one type of vegetable cooked in one way is a bold move and needs utter self-confidence and perfection to survive. It’s a dish that customers have
dozens of benchmarks of which to compare. While the nation agrees that fish and chips are Britain’s most famous dish, regional differences are split when it comes down to how it is best enjoyed. Beyond the ingredients of potatoes and fish, comes layers of nostalgia and cultural heritage.
Kelly Barnes have worked frier by frier for
To rank the best fish and chips shop in the country, the
nearly 19 years, honing down their skill in
National Fish and Chip Shop Awards tests contestants
cooking the nation’s favourite takeaway dish to perfection. 10
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At Krispies, customers part with the usual amount of
I found the Norwegians passion for sustainability is
money and leave with a meal in a cardboard box however
inspiring, they literally have crystal clear blue waters
there are subtle differences that set this fish and chip
and they know and understand that this environment
shop aside from the average high-street chippy.
must be respected and protected if it is to continue to
For starters, you’ll notice exposed statement lightbulbs hanging down their shop windows, and their name
host a thriving marine eco system for generations to come.”
emblazoned in lights across the back-wall. The modern
This year, they will send Manager Darren Ashford-
interiors are clean and pleasing to the eye – a far cry from
Kelly to Japan for an industry trip. Darren says, “Going
the ‘this’ll-do’ environment of the traditional chip shop.
to Japan is an honour and gives me the opportunity
LCD screens behind the counter show slick videos of their
to be where I want to be on the frying side of my job.
cooking processes and work in the community.
I have been told how hard and busy it will be, but the
Home to the unique battered chip, Krispies are renowned for coating chips in their light bespoke batter,
opportunity to show my skills to others in the industry and to represent a company I love, is massive.”
before frying to give the crispiest outside which reveals
Keeping the team happy, satisfied in their jobs and
the fluffiest centred chip. Investing in the latest fryer
able to progress in the industry is vital to Tim and
technology, the team are able to serve consistent batches
Kelly, and staff development is plays a key part. They
each time, assured that each meal will be as perfect as
work in partnership with Exeter College to run a CMI
the last.
management course, starting from Level 3 through to a
It’s not just the chips that have been carefully
Level 7 Bachelor’s Degree. They also offer a hospitality
considered, Krispies make their burgers in house, to their
course up to Level 4; an advanced course for this
own recipe. Having uncovered a jewel in Assistant Manager
industry.
Rob’s previous life as a butcher for 34 years, they worked
As dining trends come and go; veganism is on the
together to create a caramelised onion and cracked black
increase and casual dining restaurants see further
pepper burger recipe.
closures, will Britain’s fish and chip shops stand the test
Sustainability is the cornerstone of the business and Tim
of time? Kelly believes so. “Families will always want
and Kelly’s devotion to the marine environment remains
tasty, filling, nutritious meals to please everyone in a
unwavering. From Exmouth’s shoreline running through
hurry. And our customers see a trip to a fish and chip
Krispies’ logo through to the recycled packaging used for
shop as great value for money. Having said that, the
each customer. Only responsibly sourced fish makes it
industry has needed to evolve over the years. We have
through the doors and they strive to find interesting ways
a moral obligation to ensure fish stocks thrive for future
to talk to their customers about fish.
generations. At Krispies we’re fully prepared to roll up
Kelly
says:
“We
our sleeves to help
engage with young
shape a sustainable
kids
encourage
industry – we’ll do
respect
what it takes to
our oceans and sea
support that vision.
to
them
to
life. We run marinethemed
“A lso,
t h ere’s
colouring-
something magical
competitions,
about seafood on
quizzes and games.
the coast that just
We sponsor regular
wo rks.
beach cleans, which
it’s to round off a
we participate in and
day on the beach
encourage all ages to
in summer, or to
roll up their sleeves
be enjoyed while
and get involved.”
bundled
in
Wh et h er
up
in
To fully understand the process from dock to dish, Tim
blankets in the car parked by the sea in winter – it’s
and Kelly have experienced deep water fishing in icy
no wonder fish and chips is the nation’s staple, and we
waters with Norway Seafood Council. Tim says, “In general
can’t see that changing any time soon.”
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UK’s Top 10 Fish & Chip Shops Announced The UK’s Top 10 Fish and Chip Restaurants have been revealed today as part of the 2020 National Fish & Chip Awards. Organised by Seafish, the public body that supports the £10bn UK seafood industry, the awards are the UK’s premier awards for fish and chip businesses. The UK’s Top 10 Fish & Chip Restaurants are, in alphabetical order:
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hese 10 finalists will now compete for the chance to take home the coveted title of the ‘UK’s best fish and chip restaurant. The restaurant award category is open to all UK fish and chip businesses
Fish! Borough Market, Borough Market, London
with a sit-in restaurant at the main business location. Fish and chips is the UK’s national dish and each portion is an excellent source of protein, carbohydrate and many essential vitamins and minerals. The National Fish & Chip
Fish Cty Belfast, Belfast
Awards recognise outstanding restaurants across the country that are serving incredible fish and chips and providing excellent customer service. Shortlisted businesses have gone above and beyond to
Knights Fish & Chip Restaurant, Glastonbury, Somerset
secure their place in this stage of the competition. It’s not just about food quality; there are a wide variety of additional factors that make them great, including: • Excellence in the sustainable sourcing of key ingredients
Malt and Anchor, Cirencester, Gloucestershire
• Staff training and development policies and career opportunities for young people • Creation of innovative menu options for those with allergies and dietary requirements Judges will make a final round of visits to each of
Quayside Gourdon
the restaurants for mystery dining assessments, before
Limited, Gourdon,
crowning the UK’s best fish and chip restaurant on 23
Aberdeenshire
January 2020 at the award ceremony in London. Marcus Coleman, Chief Executive at Seafish, said: “The
Saltwater Fish Restaurant, Torquay, Devon Something Else Fishy, Milborne Port, Sherborne, Dorset
UK is world-renowned for fish and chip takeaways, but there are plenty of incredible restaurants serving tasty, healthy fish and chips to sit in customers day in day out. We have 10 of these exceptional restaurants represented in this list. Each is a credit to our industry and we wish them all good luck in the final round of judging.” Award Sponsor Alan Pearce, Field Sales Manager at Goldensheaf, added: “These top 10 restaurants have proven themselves to be focused on providing the best sit in fish
The Cods Scallops,
and chips dining experience available in the UK today. Each
Nottingham,
of them excels in a number of different areas from the
Nottinghamshire
quality of food they offer through to their commitment to sustainability and the way in which
The Fisherman’s Wife, Whitby, North Yorkshire
they support and develop their staff. Any one of them would make a worthy winner, best of luck to them all.” The winner of the Fish and Chip Restaurant of the Year Award will be announced at The National Fish & Chip Awards’
Trenchers Restaurant, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear
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32nd anniversary ceremony in London on 23 January 2019. For further information visit: www.seafish.org/article/ finalists-and-winners
or
follow
@FishNChipAwards
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UK’s Best Fish & Chip Chains Named in National Awards Shortlist The UK’s three best multiple fish and chip business have been revealed today, netting a place on the shortlist for the Best Multiple Fish and Chip Operator Award, one of 14 categories in the 2020 National Fish & Chip Awards.
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rganised by Seafish, the public body that supports the
and chip businesses across the country. The shortlisted
£10bn UK seafood industry, the National Fish & Chip
operators have demonstrated real commitment to quality
Awards is a prestigious annual competition which
in a number of areas, not just food, and have worked
celebrates excellence in the fish and chip industry.
extremely hard to earn their place on this list. There’s
The Best Multiple Fish and Chip Operator category is open
a tremendous amount of talent to be seen across these
to fish and chip businesses with more than three outlets
businesses, and we wish them all the best for the final as
within the UK including franchises, and is hotly contested.
we know how much this competition means to all of them.”
The top three finalists in this category represent the best
Ryan Baker, Middleton Foods, said: “We’re proud to
in the UK. They will now compete in further assessment in
sponsor this award category and seeing the enthusiasm
their quest to become the nation’s number one.
of the multiple operators in their businesses, their
The businesses shortlisted for the award are:
commitment to consistently high quality fish and chips
Sutton and Sons, London Fusco’s of Whitby, North Yorkshire Daniel’s Fish and Chips, Dorset
is fantastic to see. We work closely with the fish and chip industry, and the difference an award can make to the success of a multiple operator business can be significant.” The winner of the Best Multiple Fish and Chip Operator
As part of the judging process, each business is carefully
Award will be announced at The National Fish & Chip
assessed on a variety of elements including sustainable
Awards’ 32nd annual awards ceremony in London on 23
sourcing policies, menu development and innovation,
January 2020.
staff training policies and processes and wider marketing
The National Fish & Chip Awards have continually grown
and promotional activity. Judges review the application
in scale and stature since their formation in 1988, and
forms and assess the quality of fish and chips on offer and
are now recognised as one of the most prominent and
the levels of customer service provided by staff through
respected seafood industry events in the UK.
mystery dining visit of three of the operator’s locations. Over the coming weeks the three businesses will be judged again for consistency in their product and customer
For information on all announced awards shortlists, please visit https://www.seafish.org/article/finalists-andwinners
service across their multiple sites, before the winner is
To keep up to date with news of forthcoming awards
revealed at the final awards ceremony held in London in
announcements and results visit: https://www.seafish.org/
January 2020.
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The Future of Fish and Chips Looks Bright as the UK’s Top Five Young Fish Friers Revealed Finalists announced for the 2020 Young Fish Frier of the Year Award The UK’s best Young Fish Friers have been revealed with the announcement of the top five finalists. The remaining candidates will now battle it out to claim this prestigious title, which is one of 14 categories in the 2020 National Fish & Chip Awards.
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rganised by Seafish, the public body that supports the
Competition is a stand out category in the National Fish &
£10bn UK seafood industry, the annual National Fish
Chip Awards, and the enthusiasm these young people have
& Chip Awards recognises true excellence in the fish
shown for their profession is truly admirable. They are the
and chip industry. The Young Fish Frier of the Year award
future of the fish and chip industry and we wish them all
is coordinated by Drywite Ltd. Following several rounds of
the very best of luck in the final round and beyond.”
judging, the Top Five shortlisted finalists for this award are: Adam Hutton, The Wetherby Whaler, Whetherby, Yorkshire Alex Walker, Lows Traditional Fish & Chips, Westhill,
Aberdeenshire Charlie Collins, Frydales, Leicester, Leicestershire Jordan Profitt, Packet Bridge Fish and Chips, Bolton
Le Sands, Lancashire Stephen Holden, Packet Bridge Fish and Chips, Bolton
Le Sands, Lancashire
Kelvin Lee, Managing Director of Drywite Ltd, said: “We’ve had an interesting mix of new faces and old hands who have previously entered the Drywite Young Fish Frier of the Year Competition, but all candidates have been highly skilled and very knowledgeable making the results very close. It will be really exciting to see who claims the title this year.” Mark Drummond, Head Judge, added: “Judging the Drywite Young Fish Frier of the Year Competition is always an honour. Seeing the skills, knowledge and passion of young people in our industry is so rewarding and it’s very clear that the future of the industry is in very good hands.”
In order to reach the final, the young friers first completed
The final stage of the competition is a mystery shop
an intensive skills based assessment – which included
visit, set to take place in the coming weeks, when the young
chipping potatoes, making batter and frying fish. This was
fish friers will be judged on their practical skills within their
followed by a personal presentation and media interview
own working environment. .
during a comprehensive judging day at the headquarters
The overall winner of the Drywite Young Fish Frier of
of the National Federation of Fish Friers (NFFF) Training
the Year Competition, as well as the candidates placed in
School in Leeds.
second and third, will be announced at The National Fish
Marcus Coleman, Chief Executive at Seafish said: “We’re
& Chip Awards ceremony in London on 23 January 2020.
extremely proud of the top five candidates, who have
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Use of UK fish and shellfish celebrated as Top 3 Fish & Chip shops in new Seasonal UK Seafood Award category are announced Organised by Seafish, the public body that supports the £10bn UK seafood industry, the National Fish & Chip Awards is a prestigious annual competition which celebrates excellence in the fish and chip industry.
T
he Seasonal UK Seafood Award category is open to
extremely hard to earn their place on this list.”
fish and chip businesses which celebrate and promote
This Seasonal UK Seafood Award is sponsored by
seasonal seafood choices to customers. It recognises
Scottish Seafood Association and the Scottish White Fish
and rewards businesses for their knowledge, use and promotion of the fantastic variety of fresh seasonal species sourced from UK waters.
Producers Association (SWFPA). Mike
Park,
CEO
of
SWFPA,
said: “Encouraging
businesses to use sustainable seasonal seafood products
The judging criteria also assessed sustainable sourcing
is really important. We’re delighted to be the partnering
policies; with a focus on traceability and awareness of best
with the Scottish Seafood Association as first sponsors
practice in use of seasonal UK fish and shellfish, menu
of this brand new award which celebrates businesses that
development and innovation, customer service, staff
champion and support their local fishing community by
training, market intelligence and wider marketing and
making the best use of UK fish and shellfish. We wish all
promotional activity.
the finalists the best of luck and look forward to seeing
The top three finalists in this category represent the best in the UK. The shortlisted businesses are: Sutton and Sons, London Something Else Fishy, Milborne Port, Somerset Penaluna’s Famous Fish and Chips, Hirwaun, Rhondda
Cynon Taf Marcus Coleman, Chief Executive Officer at Seafish,
which of the shortlisted businesses will be awarded the title for the first time.” Over the coming weeks the three businesses will be judged again for consistency in their product and customer service. The winner of the Seasonal UK Seafood Award will be announced at the 32nd National Fish & Chip Awards Ceremony in London on 23 January 2020. For information on all announced awards shortlists,
said: “This new award category showcases leading fish
please visit https://www.seafish.org/article/finalists-and-
and chip businesses which are helping to promote a
winners
diverse range of fish species and the availability of great
To keep up to date with news of forthcoming awards
local fish and shellfish across the country. The shortlisted
announcements and results visit: https://www.seafish.
businesses have demonstrated real commitment to quality
org/fish-chip-awards or follow: @FishNChipAwards on
in a number of areas, not just the product, and have worked
twitter - #FishnChipAwards.
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Best Newcomers Revealed The brightest new stars of the UK fish and chip industry have been revealed today with the announcement of the Best Newcomer finalists for the 2020 National Fish & Chip Awards. Organised by Seafish, the public body that supports the £10bn UK seafood industry, the awards showcase excellence in fish and chip businesses across the country.
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he Best Newcomer Award shortlist reveals the Top 10 fish and chip businesses making an impact in their first year in the industry. Shortlisted businesses have gone
above and beyond to secure their place in this stage of the competition. In alphabetical order, the finalists are: Bertie’s Restaurant and Bar, City of Edinburgh,
Edinburgh
award category – UK Fish and Chip Shop of the Year. Marcus Coleman, Chief Executive at Seafish, said: “The UK is the home of traditional fish and chip takeaways, so it’s fantastic to see new businesses challenging the norm by providing innovative business ideas and bringing in transferable skills from a diverse range of industries. We have 10 exceptional new business owners represented in
Fish Kitchen 1854, Hengoed, Caerphilly
this Best Newcomer shortlist and we wish all the shortlisted
Lewis’s Fish and Grill, Maidstone, Kent
businesses the best of luck in the final round of judging.”
Redcloak Fish Bar, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire Rowlies Fish and Chip Shop, Leigh, Greater Manchester Southend Pier Fish and Chips, Southend-On-Sea, Essex Tates of Rawcliffe, Goole, East Yorkshire The Chippy at Broken Cross, Stockport, Greater Manchester Toll Bar Chippy, Hope Valley, South Yorkshire WA14 Fish and Chips, Altrincham, Cheshire
Andrew Marriott, UK Brand and Marketing Manager for award sponsor Frymax said: “The future of our industry relies on top-quality, highly-motivated fish and chip businesses, like the 10 featured on the shortlist for the Best Newcomer Award. We’re always looking for unique approaches to fish and chips, so it’s really rewarding to be a sponsor of this award category which celebrates the new, talented businesses that are passionately driven and producing great tasting fish and chips for their customers.”
The award recognises business owners and operators
The 10 finalists will now compete for the chance to take
with less than one year’s experience in the industry and
home the coveted title of the UK’s Best Newcomer as
those who have switched career from other business
judges make a final round of visits to each of the shortlisted
sectors. It provides a great entrypoint for new businesses
businesses to undertake mystery dining assessments and
to get involved with the National Fish & Chip Awards
full inspections of all aspects of the respective shops. This
and competition participation and feedback can help
will determine a Top 3 shortlist and the overall national
businesses as part of their successful growth and
champion will be announced at the National Fish & Chip
development. Performing well in this award category can
Awards ceremony held in London on 23 January 2020.
be a sign of great things to come for a business. The 2019 Best Newcomer Award winner, Fish and Chips at Weston
For further information visit: www.seafish.org/article/
Grove from Chester, Cheshire have successfully gone on to
finalists-and-winners Or follow @FishNChipAwards or
secure a place in the 2020 Top 20 finalists for the flagship
#FishnChipAwards.
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Renovations Under Way as Elite on the Bail Takes Shape The Elite Fish & Chip Company has received the keys for its new fish and chip restaurant and takeaway in Lincoln’s historic Bailgate – and renovations are already under way
T
he former Lloyds bank on the Bailgate is
to sample the delicious dishes that The Elite on the Bail are
currently being transformed into The Elite on the
planning to include on the menu!”
Bail – a high-quality fish and chip restaurant and
The new restaurant will create 40 new jobs in the area
takeaway that will also serve a varied seafood
for 16 full-time staff members and 24 part-time staff
menu on certain days of the week.
members. The Elite will soon be recruiting for three new
Adrian Tweedale, Co-Director at The Elite Fish & Chip
friers to be trained at its Lincoln restaurant and takeaway
Company, said: “It has taken a lot of work but we are
on Tritton Road before moving to the Bailgate
delighted that The Elite on the Bail is moving forward. So far the renovations are looking beautiful and we can’t wait to take the next step as a company. “Taylor Lindsey, who own and have refurbished the building, have been fantastic in helping us to achieve our goals and we are now planning
when it opens later this year. The news follows the company’s recent success at the National Family Business Awards after being named as national champions in the food and drink category. In 2018, the Elite Fish & Chip Company celebrated
30
years
in
business
in
the next stage – a 12-week long fit out process to
Lincolnshire and during its 30-year history
transform the space into an upmarket restaurant
the company has expanded to three
and takeaway.”
restaurants and takeaways in Ruskington,
The Elite on the Bail will be offering traditional fish and chips in both the 80-cover restaurant and
Sleaford and Lincoln. In honour of last year’s 30th anniversary, The Elite Fish &
the takeaway, which will be accessible from a separate
Chip Company raised £32,128.92 which was divided equally
entrance on St Paul’s Lane.
between The RAF Association, the RNLI and Sleaford
Robin Taylor, Director of Taylor Lindsey, said: “We
Dementia Support.
are delighted to have worked with The Elite Fish & Chip
To find out more about The Elite Fish & Chip Company,
Company on this project and will be excited to see the
follow its Facebook, Twitter and Instagram feeds or visit:
finished result – our team is hoping to be amongst the first
www.elitefishandchips.com.
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T. Quality Fish Frying & Fast Food Show 2019
Join us on Sunday 6 October 2019 in Leeds Royal Armouries for your industry trade show entirely dedicated to the Fish & Chips and Fast Food business. The T. Quality Fast Food Show is a truly unique exhibition that brings together the entire fish and chip and fast food industry under one roof.
P
acked full of everything you need to take your
We will be hosting T. Quality focussed stands including
Fish & Chip Shop, Kebab, Chicken or Pizza
Call & Collect, Used Cooking Oil Collection Services, Omega
business to the next level – from delicious
Oils and Eco-friendly packaging solutions as well as the T.
new food and drink and innovative eco
Quality main stand with fantastic offers only available to
packaging solutions to unrivalled networking
show attendees.
opportunities with the biggest brands in the industry
Register now for tickets:
attending:
www.tqualityfastfoodshow.com
ASAP • Penny Lane Foods • Blakemans • Drywite • BD
WHEN :
WHERE:
Signs • King Asia • Aviko • Hopkins • Call and Collect • Spot
OCTOBER 6th
Royal Armouries
On Supplies • Young’s Seafood• McWhinneys Sausages •
2019
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Omega/Silbury • Kerry Foodservice • Meadowvale Foods
10am – 4:30pm
LS10 1LT
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Sarson’s • Lantmannen Unibake
Peter’s Foodservice • Whitby Seafoods
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Two New Directors at Blakemans A long-established food business is breaking the board room mould after 66 years – and they couldn’t be happier
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teve Collinge and Kevin Moller have become the
and are now recognised as one of Europe’s leading
first directors at James T. Blakeman and Co Ltd
manufactures of sausage and meat products.
who are not members of the founding family. Steve and Kevin - who have amassed 50
years’ of loyal service to the business between them- join
Steve was introduced into the business in 1990, over the years Steve has shown his leadership qualities and progressed through the ranks.
Mr James Blakeman (Chairman and founder), his son Mr
He said: “I take a huge amount of satisfaction from
Phillip Blakeman (Managing Director) and daughter Mrs
seeing the amazing things that our teams achieve each
Sue Cope (Finance Director) as directors.
and every day. I am really proud of how my team deal with
Mr Phillip Blakeman said: “This is the right time to make these changes and I am absolutely delighted for both Steve and Kevin who have the best interests of this business at heart. “As our company continues to grow and evolve,
the varied challenges that each day brings and how we enhance the success of the business” Steve added: “There are still lots of things I want to achieve within Blakemans. I don’t want to be seen for what I have done but for what I am still able to achieve”.
responsibilities as owners continue to grow and legislative
Kevin made the decision to uproot and move from the
requirements of food manufacturers also keep on growing.
capital to Staffordshire in 2004. Joining the Blakeman
Steve and Kevin will sit as Operations Directors over
production team at their head office in Longport before
the two arms of the business – Steve with James T.
calling on his wealth of experience and moving on to the
Blakeman and Co. Ltd and Kevin with James T. Blakeman
new, purpose-built, cooking facility in Newcastle-under-
(Services) Ltd.
Lyme processing frozen and chilled cooked products.
Together, the companies employ around 250 people
Again, Kevin has risen through the ranks and said: “Becoming a director is a really special thing. This is a family business to the core and to join Mr Blakeman senior, Phil, Sue – and also Steve – in the board room is a fantastic feeling.” Kevin said: “The two directorships are an amazing show of trust in the both of us and that is very important. We have recently put the finishing touches to a fantastic extension which has added four new production areas, office space as well as canteen and changing facilities. “Whilst on the cooked side of the business we invested significantly in the state-of-the-art frying line, giving versatility and growth. Excellent foundations are now in place across all parts of the business for Steve and I to take things on and continue to grow on what the Blakeman family have put in place.”
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Revolutionising the Food & Drink World
Restaurant & Takeaway Innovation Expo 2019 The Restaurant & Takeaway Innovation Expo will return to London’s ExCeL on the 19th & 20th November, to once again connect professionals with the services, strategies and products transforming the industry - all for free!
A
ll under one roof, some of the industry’s
Your free ticket to the Restaurant & Takeaway Innovation
biggest brands such as Domino’s, Carluccio’s,
Expo will also give you unprecedented access to 5 other
Pizza Hut, and more will arm you with all the
industry-leading shows, collectively forming #FES19, THE
tools, tips and techniques revolutionising the
biggest business growth event for the food & drink industry.
food & drink world and help you stay ahead of the game! These unparallelled keynote speakers include…
With a combined line-up of 1,000 cutting-edge exhibitors, 500 educational speakers and 200 panel debates, this is definitely going to be a show like no other.
Regina Borda - CEO of Pizza Hut - will
So, what more could you need to succeed? Head over
discuss how Pizza Hut see customers’
to takeawayexpo.co.uk to register your tickets now, this is
demands as an opportunity to rejuvenate
THE event to be part of this year.
their business strategy and build a more
For Exhibiting & Sponsorship enquiries:
powerful bond with their customers.
James Williams - Managing Director
Simon Wallis - International MD at Domino’s - will give you an overview of
James.Williams@prysmgroup.co.uk +44 (0) 117 990 2850
how Domino’s Pizza Group created a winning culture in the UK and Ireland, to break its own glass ceiling on what is possible, by putting its brand purpose at the heart of everything it does. Mark Jones - CEO of Carluccio’s will take you through the journey the brand has taken from the lows of the CVA in May 2018 to the highlights of the turnaround so far under “Project Fresca”
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Natasha’s Law: How to Ensure Compliant Labelling for Your Food and Drink Products Labelling & packaging experts Planglow have a fully compliant solution for the proposed new labelling laws
T
he government has announced that new food labelling
in Excel or another programme, this can be imported
legislation - Natasha’s Law - will come into full effect
straight in. Currently, LabelLogic Live can be linked with
by the summer of 2021. The legislation is calling for
Starchef and Saffron though Planglow are more than
all prepacked food and drink products to carry full
happy to investigate other software options on behalf of
ingredients labelling by the summer of 2021, to help better
its customers.
safeguard food allergy sufferers. If - like many operators
Sawtell commented, “LabelLogic Live is cloud-based
- you are concerned what this means for your business,
- which essentially means everything is done online - so
labelling and plant-based packaging experts Planglow have
it’s very simple to access and once subscribers are given
the solution: LabelLogic Live - an award winning subscription
a login (which normally takes 24 hours to set up) they’re
based app for creating and printing fully compliant nutritional
in, no third party set up required. Subscribers can then
labelling for food and drink products.
access LabelLogic Live wherever and whenever they’ve
Planglow’s
marketing
director,
Rachael
Sawtell
an internet connection and because everything is stored
commented, “LabelLogic Live is, in a nutshell, a really
online, this enables us to update the software instantly in
quick and easy way to create food labelling online (with
line with any legislative changes that may come”.
as much or as little information as you require) and then
While very simple to use, LabelLogic Live comes with
print using your existing desktop printer or roll printer. You
plenty of free support should a subscriber find they need
can access the app any time, any place on any of your web
help along the way. Planglow’s team of regional account
connected devices (phone, laptop, Mac, PC, tablet – even a
managers can assist a new subscriber in setting up new
smart TV), no specialist equipment is required”.
products. Likewise the company’s support team are
LabelLogic Live is designed to be as quick and simple
available over the phone, through a live chat function on
to use as possible and offers users complete control over
the LabelLogic Live website and can even access a user’s
the allergen information they wish to provide on pack,
computer remotely to make changes on their behalf.
subscription based, the app is available from £10 per
Planglow have also created a wide variety of tutorials
month. It offers considerable time saving benefits too -
which are available online, simply visit Planglow’s YouTube
inputting 30 products takes the average user around 1 - 2
channel to view.
hours and once these products have been added, they will
For further information regarding Natasha’s Law, labels,
not have to be entered again. What’s more, if a subscriber
food labelling software or any of Planglow’s products or
has an existing list of products or ingredients stored
services, please visit planglow.com.
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New electric, direct cook chargrills added to Lincat’s portfolio Two electric, direct cook chargrills have been added to Lincat’s Opus 800 series of heavy-duty prime cooking equipment
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ood is cooked directly on the chargrill’s elements,
provides additional space and is ideal for the continued
which deliver rapid heat-up and consistent
slow cooking of meats, making them tender and
temperature. This gives food that perfectly-
preventing them from drying out. A condiment rail, for
cooked, expertly-branded appearance, without the need
the storage of seasoning and grilling tools, can also be
for branding bars or cast iron grids, which can be time-
specified as an extra.
consuming to clean. The chargrills are available in two sizes – the 8.4kW 600mm wide OE8413 and the 13.44kW 900mm OE8414.
Helen Applewhite, Marketing Manager at Lincat, commented:
Independently-controlled elements on the OE8414 mean
“Customers love burgers and steaks that have an
one side can be switched off during quieter service periods
authentic barbecued flavour, which is why chargrills are
to save energy.
a popular piece of equipment amongst chefs. However,
Designed to be suited with other products in the Opus 800 series, the chargrills features ‘lift and park’ hinged,
gas chargrills can be costly, as kitchens need to invest in sufficient extraction with interlocks.
easy clean elements and a removable tank. After service,
“Our new electric, direct cook chargrills provide the
the unit can be turned on full power for 15 minutes to burn
perfect solution. They heat-up fast deliver branded food
off fat and debris. After this, any remaining debris can be
with that authentic chargrilled taste, and are quick and
removed using the tool supplied.
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Pepe’s Piri Piri chicken shop comes to Croydon International chicken shop, Pepe’s Piri Piri, will open its first franchise in Croydon this month, after securing six-figure funding from NatWest.
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ales advisor turned restaurateur Badri Atheek
“The shop is near one of the busiest train stations in the
has used the £135,000 finance from the bank to
country and with plans for a new Westfield shopping centre
purchase a ten-year lease for the premises on
within the next year, we hope to establish a continually
George Street.
growing customer base over the coming months.”
The funding, alongside Atheek’s own investment, has
Tom Barnes, Relationship Manager at NatWest, said: “We
enabled him to transform the previously empty shop into a
have supported Atheek over the last 6-months through his
30-seat fast food chicken restaurant, complete with a fully
search for his ideal premises. With the funding we have
kitted out kitchen including a main grill, chip fryers and cold room. Guests will have the option to dine in or takeaway and can choose from the full Pepe’s Piri Piri menu, offering everything from chicken steak burgers to pittas, all available in five flavours. There will also be vegetarian options, sides and desserts available to order. Atheek will run the Croydon restaurant alongside a team of 10 full and part-time front of house and kitchen staff, with potential to grow the team in future. Pepe’s Piri Piri was founded in 2004 by Munir Hussain, a former Roosters employee, to offer customers a grilled, not fried, fast food chicken restaurant. The company now has 93 UK stores, including 69 franchises, and also has shops across the US and Northern Ireland. Atheek said: “Pepe’s reputation precedes it and as a strong brand with supportive franchise options, it was an easy decision to open a restaurant on George Street where we will be the only Piri Piri chicken shop. I have been looking for the ideal location for nearly a
provided, he was able to secure his first shop immediately
year, and thanks to the funding from NatWest, I was able to
and it is rewarding to see the empty unit transforming into
purchase the lease as soon as I found the premises.
a modern restaurant as he nears opening day.”
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The new Vitamix Vita-Prep 3 quietly reassuring performance The best-selling Vita-Prep 3 blender from Vitamix, the worldwide leader in blending equipment, now benefits from a re-engineered three horsepower motor which is significantly quieter during operation, but which has lost none of the exceptional power, performance and versatility for which it is renowned. The newly designed motor also features improved thermal
machine. The container is specially designed to prevent it
capabilities which, together with an advanced cooling fan,
from coming into contact with the blades. Practical benefits
offers the power and dependability required in the most
extend to the drive socket, which is inter-changeable and
demanding commercial kitchens.
can be swapped in minutes if required.
“The new quieter motor means the Vitamix Vita-Prep 3 can help reduce noise in busy kitchens, yet still offer chefs the unrivalled high-performance and durability to efficiently blend even the toughest whole-food ingredients. Helping to create everything from dry rubs and spice mixes through to delicious marinades, purées, sauces, soups, stocks, desserts and drinks, the best blender just got
Exceptional performance is also complemented by piece of mind as the Vita-Prep 3 is backed by a three-year warranty on motor base parts and a one-year warranty on container and blade assembly.” For more information on the new Vita-Prep 3 or the other products in the Vitamix range visit www.jestic.co.uk or call 01892 831 960
better.” Steve Morris, Sales Director at Jestic Foodservice Equipment
Constructed from the very latest materials and featuring state-of-the-art technology, Vita-Prep 3 is built for outstanding durability and versatility and features variable speed control and a range of patented, high-impact containers made from BPA-free Tritan® copolyester, giving better clarity, durability, safety and style. The manually-operated dial provides precise speed control to regulate the texture of ingredients from a coarse chop to the smoothest purée. At each variable speed setting, the motor maintains a constant blade speed, even when blending heavy loads. The durable 64-oz. high-impact Vita-Prep 3 container comes with a removable lid plug, meaning ingredients can easily be added during a blend. A tamper tool allows users to blend thick and frozen mixtures without stopping the 31
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JJ Foodservice Improves Delivery Service with Product Alerts National wholesaler JJ Foodservice is giving caterers the ultimate in convenience by sharing changes to products, including weights and substitutions, ahead of a delivery
P
“
roducts like Frozen at Sea fish and fresh
A Product Alert at the top of the message informs them of
lamb are very popular, but cases can vary in
any variations in their shopping basket, including changes
weight by up to a few kilograms”, said JJ’s
to weights and the corresponding prices – together with
Chief Operating Officer, Mushtaque Ahmed.
any product substitutes.
Previously, customers were given an estimate of weight
“It’s important to let our customers know exactly what
at the point of order with the final details confirmed (and
they are getting before we even get there”, said Mushtaque.
invoice amended) on the customers’ premises or at point
“This helps to reduce the amount of time drivers spend
of collection. Now, changes are included in the dispatch notification email, which informs customers that their order is en route.
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on customers’ premises – letting them get back to running their businesses. It’s just another way that we are investing in technology to improve service,” he added.
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Welbilt Team Up with Specifi to Create a Bim Revit Library ®
®
Guildford, UK. – International catering equipment supplier, Welbilt, is excited to announce that they have teamed up with Specifi® to create a BIM Revit® library which covers four of Welbilt’s leading brands: Convotherm®, Merrychef®, Garland® and Manitowoc®.
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y working with Specifi®, global leaders for
recognized as the leading system for content creation,
foodservice design, Welbilt are not only able
design, quoting, & project management for foodservice
to better support their pioneering range of
professionals in over 80 countries across Europe, Asia and
foodservice equipment by capturing the reality
America.
of their products in a way that paper isn’t able to convey,
Welbilt provides the world’s top chefs, premier chain
but they are also able to better support foodservice
operators and growing independents with industry-leading
consultants and dealers by providing a central hub of data
equipment and solutions.
for all to access as Alistair Farquhar, Channel, Distribution
and lean manufacturing tactics are powdered by deep
and Specification Manager – Welbilt UK, goes on to explain:
knowledge, operator insights and culinary expertise.
“By working with Specifi®, Welbilt are now be able to provide dealers and foodservice design consultants with instant access to an extensive library of BIM solutions, data sheets, technical drawing and price lists all in one place,
Our cutting-edge designs
For further information on Welbilt, please visit www. welbilt.uk or call 01483 464900. For further information on Specifi®, please visit www. specifiglobal.com
thus easing the consultation process for Convotherm®, Merrychef®, Garland® and Manitowoc® models.” Valuing BIM as an important element for designing commercial kitchens, Welbilt are also excited to reveal that further Welbilt brands will be added to their BIM Revit® library in the near future. Welbilt’s Specifi® BIM Revit® library went live 1st of August 2019. To learn more about how to download and use Welbilt’s Specifi BIM Revit library, please visit www.specifiglobal.com/partners/requestfoodservice-equipment-libraries/ For over 20 years, Specifi® has been 33
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No Closure in the Debate on Doors for Refrigerated Display Cases
A
petition calling for open front refrigerated display
pressure air columns. Each cell has its own air curtain, which
equipment to be banned in UK supermarkets has
is more efficient than a full case height air curtain on a
once again brought to the fore the issue of retailers’
conventional multi deck case. The net result is less pressure
energy usage and the need for measures to reduce
on the air curtain of each cell and a substantial reduction
their demand for electricity. The motion, tabled
in cold air spillage, creating energy savings of over 30%
by Dr Jonathan Golding, was posted on the UK Parliament
compared with conventional open front cabinets. Aircell®
e-petitions’ website in June and by the first week of August
also maintains accurate operating temperatures, within a
it had received over 27,700 signatures. Should the number
tighter bandwidth, to keep food at optimum appearance,
of signatories reach 100,000 the petition will be considered
safety and quality over extended periods. All this is achieved
for debate in Parliament. The flames have been further
whilst maintaining the preferred open front format.
fanned by a raft of related articles in regional and national
Whilst doors may be an effective solution for low footfall
newspapers. Applied Design & Engineering’s Managing
stores with infrequent door openings, there is evidence to
Director, Ian Wood, has voiced the company’s support for
suggest that they are not so effective in busy supermarkets
the campaign to reduce the food retailing industry’s energy
and convenience stores. The industry standard for the
consumption, pointing out that there is more than one way
testing of refrigerated retail display cabinets, BS EN ISO
to achieve this objective.
23953, states that tests on cabinets with glass doors should
For decades retailers and shoppers have preferred the
be conducted with 10 door openings per hour (every six
open front multi deck cabinet as the solution for the display
minutes) with an opening/closing cycle of 15 seconds, but
of chilled goods. It provides high visibility of merchandise,
Orlandi et al (2013) claimed that the figure can reach 60
as well as free and unfettered access for browsing,
per hour in supermarkets and in 2011 EPEE and EUROVENT
shopping and restocking. The main problem associated with
stated that some food retailers have registered up to 250
conventional open front chillers is that dense cold air spills
door openings per hour.
from the cabinet into the store aisle. This factor, combined
To investigate the impact of frequent door openings,
with warm air infiltration, means that greater duty is
Adande has conducted laboratory trials under BS EN ISO
placed on the refrigeration plant to maintain operating
23953 conditions. During 7 day testing, temperatures within
temperature, resulting in increased energy consumption.
a cabinet with doors were measured, during 12 hour periods
Equipment manufacturers and grocery retailers have
at 30 second intervals, for various opening frequencies with
been working together to address cold air spillage and
opening/closing cycle of 15 seconds. Having established
several solutions have been developed. Some retailers
baseline data for door openings of 10 per hour, tests
are retrofitting shelf edge technology to cabinets, but this
were conducted at 30 openings per hour. The results
solution does not deliver the level of energy savings which
demonstrated that the average test pack temperature
will be required to make a significant impact on the retail
rose by 5°C and the bandwidth was recorded at 8.5°C. The
industry’s electricity consumption, nor does it address the
cabinet failed to recover to the operating temperature of -1
issue of accurate holding temperatures for food quality
to +4°C, even after twelve hours with the doors closed. The
and safety. A number of manufacturers, retailers and
increased temperature in the cabinet increased the duty on
lobby groups have latched onto hinged or sliding doors
the refrigeration plant with a consequent surge in energy
as a panacea, but the fact that they have not been widely
consumption.
adopted in supermarkets suggests that doors are not
Ian Wood, explained:
always the best solution, especially in high footfall stores.
“Understandably, many OEMs have engineered glass door
Although used elsewhere in the world, plastic strip curtains
cabinets to meet the BS EN ISO 23953 specification of 10
are seldom used in the UK.
door openings per hour. However, the evaporators specified
Applied Design & Engineering has adopted a more
are not capable of dealing with the higher infiltration loads
radical approach to the problem of cold air spillage with
associated with more frequent door openings. This results
the development Aircell®, which has been designed to
in iced evaporators and a loss of temperature control or
be incorporated within newly built equipment. It works
more frequent and harsher defrost cycles with increased
by dividing the refrigerated display case’s merchandising
energy consumption. Our tests clearly demonstrate that
envelope into separate air flow managed cells with low
glass doors cabinets, designed for 10 openings per hour,
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experience significant loss of temperature control at an opening frequency of 30 openings per hour or more.” Doors on cabinets are regarded by some as visual and physical barriers to shoppers, acting as deterrent to browsing and impulse purchases. There are also cleaning and maintenance costs associated with doors, which add to retailers’ overheads. Furthermore, in the grab & go sector, where stores are typically smaller and operators depend on the high visibility of merchandise and fast service, doors are a wholly impractical solution. Ian Wood added that the issue of doors is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the overall debate on supermarket refrigeration: “Refrigeration is a key element of the food chain, maintaining food at optimum quality and appearance. As an industry, we need to be developing technology, which demonstrates more accurate and stable holding temperatures, for longer product shelf life and a reduction in food wastage, which has become a major issue for environmental campaign groups.” There are other factors, which are going to drive the development of more efficient refrigerated displays, with more accurate and stable temperatures. Pressure on retailers to limit or eliminate the use of plastic packaging is having a negative impact on the quality, safety and shelf life of perishable goods. Similarly, the health lobby is continuing to push for a reduction in food additives, including salt and sugar, which will also compromise the longevity of foodstuffs, unless stored and held at accurate and stable temperatures. Forthcoming
Ecodesign
regulations
will
see
the
introduction of compulsory labelling on retail refrigerated displays, making the energy efficiency of such equipment more transparent and manufacturers more accountable. However, it seems unlikely that these regulations will call for doors on supermarket refrigeration equipment. In response to the public petition and recent press coverage, the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) maintains that the government is taking action to
shopping, combined with significant energy savings and
implement energy saving initiatives, but is not necessarily
accurate and stable temperature control. Cabinets with
advocating the use of doors. It stated:
doors do not meet these criteria and shelf edge technology
“Our minimum performance standards remove inefficient
does not deliver sufficient energy savings or meet the
products from the market and labelling raises awareness
needs for accurate control of operating temperature. In
of the best ones. Minimum energy performance standards,
my opinion the only technology, currently available, which
otherwise known as Ecodesign regulations, are technology
fits the bill Is the Aircell® air management system. We
neutral so do not prescribe that manufacturers should
will continue to support the drive for the development of
increase efficiency by putting doors on appliances.
disruptive technology, which lowers energy consumption
Rather they set a minimum energy efficiency limit that all
and reduces food waste.”
manufacturers placing products on the market must meet.”
For further information ontact: Applied Design & Engineering
Ian Wood believes that the current debate on supermarket
Limited, 45 Pinbush Road, South Lowestoft Industrial
display equipment offers considerable opportunities for the UK refrigeration industry: “The holy grail for retailers is an open front cabinet for
Estate, Lowestoft, Suffolk NR33 7NL, UK Tel: + 44 (0) 844 376 0023
Fax: + 44 (0) 1502 533794
Email: info@adande.com www.adandeaircell.com
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If there’s one thing that’s close to the heart of Lamb Weston, it’s keeping their customers happy with top quality, tasty and versatile frozen potato products. But global category leader Lamb Weston also cares about the planet and the people on it.
T
hat’s why they donated the equivalent
which is about a saving of £100 per week,” says Ian Breen,
of 1,400 portions of frozen sweet potato
Director of Acton Homeless Concern. “With the help of
product to help food redistribution charity
City Harvest we can provide our clients with a much more
City Harvest feed the hungry.
varied and healthy diet to what they were already getting
City Harvest helps put surplus food
to good use in a sustainable way by distributing to 260 organisations that feed the city’s most vulnerable people. While thousands of Londoners go hungry each day,
before, i.e. fresh vegetables and more meat.” More of Lamb Weston’s product went to the American Church soup kitchen which provides up to 250 covers a day to homeless people.
safe, healthy and usable food is being dumped as waste.
And yet more went to Sands End Adventure Playground,
City Harvest collects this nutritious surplus food from
in Fulham, which provides after school care for children.
all segments of the food industry including restaurants,
Hot meals can be bought, but not every parent can afford
grocers, manufacturers, wholesalers, hotels and caterers.
it. City Harvest’s regular trips mean every child gets to eat
Their nine drivers then deliver high quality, nourishing
a hot meal.
food to organisations that provide meals to vulnerable
“The food from City Harvest enables us to feed all of
people including homeless shelters, soup kitchens,
our children equally, regardless of their family’s income,”
children’s programs, centres for the elderly, and refuges
says Julie Cavanagh, Playground Manager at Sands End
for women experiencing domestic violence.
Adventure Playground. “This means all the children will
Lamb Weston’s 20 cases of Sweet Potato CrissCuts were
receive a hot nutritious meal, that some might not get at
distributed to various regular recipients, including Acton
home. This also means we have free-up money from the
Homeless Concern, which serves up 200 covers every
food bill to spend on supplies arts and crafts and other
lunchtime to anyone who needs a meal.
activities.”
“The driver sees mums who drop their kids at school
“The Sweet Potato CrissCuts are a healthier alternative to
then go to Acton Homeless Concern for a lunch. They
chips, which is great for us here at the playground because
spend what little they have on feeding their kids but they
we try and give our kids a hot healthy meal,” says Neda
don’t feed themselves because they can’t afford it,” says
Anderson, of Sands End Adventure Playground. “Some of
Sigourney Merrony-Potton, City Harvest’s Head of Food
the kids we have in the playground might not have a hot
Development.
meal at home, so being able to give them something so
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asked for more!! The CrissCuts were so easy to cook and
company, we’re always striving to be better at what we do
they were an amazing addition to the meal.”
but also, we believe in making this world a better place, and
Since City Harvest set up four years ago, they’ve
that includes paying attention to sustainability, helping to
‘rescued’ 5 million meals. They’re always looking to take
support the hungry and vulnerable and providing well-
on partners, like Lamb Weston and others, to donate on a
being through potato goodness. Why shouldn’t people in
one-off or regular basis.
need have the same high-quality food as those who can
“We’re improving people’s lives,” says Sigourney. “Most
afford it? Potatoes are such a great source of vitamins,
of us take it for granted that we’ll eat decent food when we’re hungry. For some of those who are fed by the organisations we deliver to, it may be the only hot meal they have all week.” “The food we redistribute helps organisations serve thousands of healthy meals each
week
and
reduce
their annual grocer bills freeing up funds that can be reinvested in other vital support services. We divert food from landfill where it would release gases toxic to the environment. To date we’ve
redistributed
food
valued at more than £6 million, free, to our partners and offset 7,000 tonnes of greenhouse
gases,”
says
Sigourney. “What is really important to us is enabling all people to eat great food. City Harvest vans
are
greeted
with
excitement because people know that they contain high quality food (and sometimes flowers!) from some of the best providers in London. “Our food both nourishes and transforms lives. Our commitment to solving the
Wayne (service user) next to our van accepting a delivery)
issue of hunger goes beyond food donations. Many of our warehouse staff, drivers and volunteers have experienced
minerals and dietary fibre, but we are also reducing the
homelessness and hunger first-hand and their passion for
salt and fat levels in our products to make them better for
helping others has strengthened our mission.”
everyone.”
Lamb Weston’s Country Marketing Manager UK &
*9.2 million meals are missed monthly because of food
ROI, Andrea Deutschmanek, says: “Lamb Weston is very
poverty in London. *13.4 million meals are wasted monthly
pleased and proud to support City Harvest. As an inventive
by businesses.
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By Handan Yakar, category manager, Branded Catering, Bestway WholesaleTopic:
Think Drinks New ideas/products/systems for hot and cold drinks for the Takeaway market as
many operators do not optimise the value of this area and just offer basic products
M
ost recently, there has been a shift in
alternatives. These new, healthier products have decent
demand towards the cold canned coffee
margins - I would suggest placing them in more visible
segment. More manufacturers are tapping
locations and incorporating them into meal deal offers as
into this, targeting this fashionable trend
well as reducing the amount of unhealthy drinks you stock.
towards younger customers. At Bestway Wholesale, we are
Take advantage of special promotions of these new
quick to tap into new and upcoming trends and have recently
and innovative products too. Timing is key - buying at
listed Costa Coffee in a RTD can format and Nescafé Nitro
right time and price will help to increase profit margins.
and energy-infused Monster Coffee.
Our bi monthly Price Hold Guarantee (PHG) promotional
Low and no sugar carbonated drinks are also showing growth in the market, with increasingly exotic, bold and
brochure features competitive offers across a wide range of hot and cold drinks.
adventurous flavours piquing consumer interest. There is
Bestway Wholesale also operates a bespoke soft drinks
also an opportunity for takeaways to include healthier iced
pricing structure for fast food outlets. These operators
and herbal tea, cold coffee and cold infusions into their
have the opportunity to purchase more health-conscious
beverage offering.
products including Diet Coke, Coke Zero and Irn Bru Extra
Anything which shows operators how they can increase
at highly competitive prices.
margins and revenues through this area is always of help to our readers. One way operators can increase revenue is by elevating the price of unhealthy extras and reducing healthier 40
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Preoday and Optomany team up to combine digital ordering with flexible, secure payment solutions Digital ordering platform, Preoday, and Optomany, specialists in secure, omnichannel payment processing technology, have announced a strategic partnership to provide hospitality businesses with innovative, integrated payment solutions.
I
n combination, Preoday and Optomony will enable
delighted with our new partnership with Preoday, which
hospitality businesses to take digital orders and
will open up a brand new sales channel for our partners
payment the way they want, confident in the security
and customers operating in the hospitality sector.
of the technology.
Businesses which currently use Optomany for in-store
Aiming to address the entire payments ecosystem,
and online channels can now add the capability for in-
including online, mobile and in-store, Optomany
app payments, whilst continuing to enjoy consistent
recognises that one size fits all is not an effective
tokenisation, reporting and help desk support across
method for business. Consequently it has chosen to
all channels. Our partnership with Preoday strengthens
take an agnostic approach, making true omnichannel
Optomany’s omni-channel proposition and addresses
payment processing a reality. This ethos gels perfectly
the changing ways customers want to pay. Optomany,
with Preoday; its equally flexible API means it is able to
our ePOS partners and our customers are excited about
integrate seamlessly with any ePOS system, as well as
the opportunities this collaboration presents.”
loyalty, CRM and printer technologies. Due
to
their
multiple
acquirer
Nick Hucker, CEO of Preoday comments: “Optomany connections,
is an ideal strategic partner for us, its omnichannel focus
customers of Preoday and Optomany will benefit from
and emphasis on usability and security ties perfectly
a streamlined onboarding and payment management
with our own ideas about technology and customer
service. Customers will further be advantaged by the
service. We aim to make pre-ordering a simple, enjoyable
flexibility to switch payment provider without the need
process, and its payment solutions will play a significant
to make configuration changes within their Preoday
role in meeting that objective. We are excited to start
platform.
working in combination with some amazing businesses,
Adrian Wilding, CEO of Optomany comments “We’re 42
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Jestic secures UK distribution of Venix Combi Ovens Adding to its already impressive portfolio of catering equipment, Jestic Foodservice Equipment, has announced the exclusive UK distribution rights for an advanced range of Combi Ovens from leading Italian manufacturer Venix.
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elied on by professional chefs in over 90
“Our Combi Ovens are used by chefs around the world
countries around the world, Venix Combi Ovens
who rely on the speed and versatility our appliances
provide the speed and performance required in
offer to deliver a wide variety of dishes to a consistently
the most demanding commercial kitchens and
high standard. We are absolutely delighted that Jestic
combine sleek Italian styling with durable construction and
will be bringing our products to new customers across
user-friendly technologies.
the United Kingdom and supporting them with their
Jestic’s Sales Director Steve Morris is delighted to have added a leading Combi Oven brand like Venix to it growing portfolio and commented:
renowned product training and technical support services.” The performance and visual aesthetics of the Venix
“We’re thrilled to have secured the rights to distribute
range are matched by advanced technologies like WiFi
Venix Combi Ovens in the UK and this versatile range
connection and access to a growing number of shared
perfectly complements our existing portfolio of world-
recipes, videos and cooking hints on the constantly
class catering brands. Venix Combi Ovens are beautifully
expanding Venix cloud platform.
engineered, will look great in any kitchen thanks to the
Venix will join Jestic Foodservice Equipment’s impressive
stylish Italian design and incorporate some exciting
range of leading brands including Henny Penny, Josper,
technologies - giving chefs more control and access to
Wood Stone, Vitamix, Alfa, Edge, Sveba Dahlen, Irinox,
a wide range of recipe inspiration from the Venix Cloud
Rotisol, Rosinox, Winston CVap and Frontline International.
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By Karen Green, Marketing Manager, Aimia Foods
Tantalising Taste Buds “ W hilst generic cold drinks are must haves
generous layer of whipped cream onto the top of the shake
on fast food menus, operators should also
before decorating with an array of delicious toppings from
look to offer premium soft drinks if they
fruit, to syrups, cakes and sweets - Delicious!
want to add the extra wow factor. For example, a highly
Available in five of the most popular flavours: Chocolate,
instagramable, indulgent and cooling soft drink such as a
Strawberry, Banana, Vanilla and Cappuccino, as well as
freak shake is sure to get consumer taste buds tantalising!
limited edition Chocolate Mint, Shmoo milkshake powders
However, for many fast food operators, creating a
appeal to customers with varying tastes, from fruity to
freakshake that tastes great and is easy and quick to make,
rich. Shmoo milkshake powders also contain no artificial
can be tricky. This is where leading thickshake concept,
colours, flavours, sweeteners or preservatives and are
Shmoo proves ideal. To create a sensational grab and go
suitable for vegetarians making it the perfect edition to
freakshake with Shmoo, operators simply need to add a
any drinks menu”
scoop of milkshake mix into a Shmoo branded cup (made
Aimia Foods
from 50% recycled plastic), pour milk to the line and mix
Tel: 01942 272900
using Shmoo’s unique in-cup mixer. To finish, squirt a
www.aimiafoods.com
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FRYMASTER TAP INTO TOUCH SCREEN TECHNOLOGY Guildford, UK. Welbilt once again bring innovation to the table with the launch of the Frymaster FQ4000 easyTouch® - the third brand within the Welbilt portfolio to use patented easyTouch® technology.
O
pening up a world of frying options, the FQ4000 easyTouch® allows caterers to experience frying at its finest, yet simplest form. This is thanks to the addition of an intuitive, 7”
colour touchscreen which provides one touch access to pioneering frying controls such as auto filtration and quality control display; both of which enable the operator to filter the oil with a simple touch of the
operators are able to create connected kitchens with
screen, at the optimum time.
Welbilt, thus easing the training and servicing process.”
Designed to help caterers guarantee excellent frying
Taking simple frying yet another step further, the
results, the FQ4000 easyTouch® control panel also has
FQ4000 also boasts SMART4U® technology, such as the
the added benefit of holding pre-loaded cooking profiles,
Oil Attendant. This system automatically replenishes oil
meaning operators can conveniently tailor their fryer
from an in-cabinet supply which minimises oil handling,
according to their menus. This system not only reduces
thus improving efficiency and reducing health and safety
the risk of errors during busy service periods, but it
risk, as Steve elaborates:
also ensures that high quality, consistent fry results are
“The FQ4000 easyTouch® truly puts the user first,
achieved; even staff that have had minimal training are
both from a simplicity and safety point view thanks to the
able to guarantee excellent fry results with the FQ4000
inclusion of innovative safety features. These features
easyTouch® thanks to the step-by-step instructions
help kitchens to run swiftly and safely by fostering a frying
available with each cooking profile.
process that’s efficient, intuitive, productive and most
For operators looking to extend catering convenience for their staff, the FQ4000 easyTouch® is the perfect addition
importantly, safe.” Also
exceptionally
cost
effective,
the
FQ4000
to any kitchen, particularly those that already use other
easyTouch® on average uses 40% less oil and 10% less
easyTouch® units, such as Convotherm and Merrychef,
energy than other leading frying models. This is thanks
as Steve Hemsil, Sales Director – UK & Ireland, Welbilt,
to the FQ4000’s unique open frypot design which also
explains:
helps operators save time and labour due to easy cleaning
“As with all Convotherm and Merrychef easyTouch® models,
the
FQ4000
KitchenConnect® 45
easyTouch®
communication.
is
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capable means
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A taste of Japan… ...hirata buns from Central Foods Why not capitalise on the rising interest in Japanese flavours and foods by introducing street food favourite hirata buns on your menu?
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lso known as bao buns, these Asian street food
options, which makes them a great product for takeaways
staples are bang on trend – and are now available
and restaurants.
from frozen food distributor Central Foods.
“Hand-held, street food-style breads continue to be
“These steamed and folded, soft bread buns
really popular, as they give foodservice operators new and
are usually served warm filled with slow-cooked
different ways of serving snacks and light meals to a public
meat, crunchy salad and pickles, and sticky sauce for
that has really embraced the street food trend. Japanese
delicious, tasty bite-size snacks,” explains Gordon Lauder,
flavours and foods are growing in popularity – a craze that
MD of frozen food distributor Central Foods. “They’re really
will only continue with the Rugby World Cup taking place
versatile and can actually be served as sweet or savoury
in Japan in October and the Tokyo Olympics starting next
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July. Hirata buns are a quick and easy way to capitalise on
any fast food outlet – whether takeaway or restaurant. It
this interest in Asian food.”
helps to cut waste, reduce costs and ensures that a ‘fresh’
The hirata buns offered by Central Foods are suitable for
supply of bread is always available – whatever the location
vegans and vegetarians – currently the only frozen vegan
of your outlet or the time of day. It also means it’s easy
hirata bun in foodservice – which helps operators take
for foodservice professionals to serve fresh, appealing and
advantage of the growing demand for plant-based items.
tasty hirata buns – one of the current darlings of the street
Microwave or steam re-heat from frozen for maximum
food scene.”
versatility.
Northamptonshire-based Central Foods is one of the
“Baozi (bao for short) is Chinese for ‘bun’ but in the UK
UK’s leading frozen food distributors, supplying more
they are often called ‘hirata buns’ after Masashi Hirata,
than 400 different lines into foodservice, ranging from
the executive chef of Ippudo restaurant in New York, who
vegetarian and free-from items, meat products, bakery
introduced them on its menu,” explains Gordon Lauder.
items and canapés through to buffet products, desserts and
“Also known as lotus leaf or steamed buns, the buns have
puddings. It currently sells to more than 240 independent
been around for hundreds of years and are traditionally
wholesalers, as well as larger national and regional
eaten by hand.
wholesalers, and foodservice caterers across the entire
“Try filling with BBQ pork and pickled vegetables or
foodservice industry including takeaways, restaurants,
sautéed mushrooms, onions and veg of your choice. For
schools, universities, pubs, bars, hotels, leisure centres,
a sweet option, try chocolate hazelnut spread with sliced
garden centres, cafés, care homes and many other outlets.
banana or cream cheese, sliced figs and honey - delicious!
www.centralfoods.co.uk
“Using frozen hirata buns brings a range of benefits to
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What the dine-in sector can learn from the Just Eat merger In yet another indicator of the sheer scale of technology’s impact on the food delivery market, two industry giants, Just Eat and Takeaway.com, have recently announced that they have agreed a £9bn merger.
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t’s already been a somewhat turbulent year for
Gavin Peters, Chief Strategy Officer, Wi5 Gavin heads up all marketing and commercial strategy for Wi5. Gavin previously worked as Chief Strategy Officer, head of partnerships and head of insight for agencies including Havas and Pitch where he led campaigns and projects for clients including Coca-cola, Barclays, O2, Hyundai and the Premier League.
Just Eat, with a number of mixed reports about the company’s performance and ability to compete in
“food delivery giants” would perhaps have seemed like
the long-term with the likes of Deliveroo and Uber Eats.
madness just a few years ago. The fact that Deliveroo was
Many analysts were less than optimistic about Just Eat’s
only founded in 2013, and Uber Eats launched in 2014,
long-term competitiveness after Amazon’s investment
brings home just how fast technology has disrupted the
into Deliveroo earlier this year, and further alarm bells
takeaway and delivery market.
were rung when H1 results showed a 98% drop in profits from the same period in 2018. However, as with any fast-
So what can the wider restaurant industry learn from
growing tech company, initial profits are unlikely to be a
this disruption?
good indicator of future success, and often merely reflect
Consumer behaviour can flip almost overnight.
that the company is investing back into the business to
In less than five years, ordering takeaway from an
grow its market share. And with orders up over 20%, and
independent mobile platform has gone from being a
revenues up 30% in the same period, that certainly seems
curiosity to the norm. Whilst the technology has been
to be the case here.
there for a while, a tipping point has been reached in
And now, with the news of the merger with Takeaway.
the last few years, as consumer behaviour has rapidly
com, it appears that Just Eat (or perhaps Just Eat
evolved alongside the growth in delivery services. A whole
Takeaway.com) is doing everything it can to retain its
generation will now order takeaway without ever thinking
position as an industry behemoth – which makes sense in
about contacting a restaurant brand directly.
a rapidly growing and ever-more competitive sector that was worth over £8bn in the UK alone in 2018. But all this talk of multi-billion dollar mergers between
Restaurants, cafés and bars must now be preparing for the next big shift in consumer behaviour. In-restaurant mobile ordering hasn’t yet become the norm in the same way as it has for delivery, but with the technology now available to offer a seamless Order & Pay service, and the likes of Starbucks and Weatherspoons making early gains in the space, the eat-in sector could be set to follow. Those unprepared for the shift will lose out to digital-first brands. Don’t ignore the data Just Eat, Deliveroo and Uber Eats have acted like all successful tech giants – they’ve been
laser-focused
on
understanding
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the legacy of outdated physical point of sale systems or
in sector, anyone accumulating deep customer insights
re-working their operational flows.
through mobile will have a huge competitive advantage. A battle for the order New restaurant business models
Many restaurants now have a complicated relationship with
It’s almost impossible to predict exactly how the market
the delivery giants. They need access to the marketplace
will change when technology starts taking hold, but it’s
and have seen considerable ROI from becoming part of
a pretty safe bet that new revenue streams and business
an online ordering service without needing to implement
models will quickly open up and challenge the old. The rise
a new operational set-up themselves. However, this may
in delivery services has seen the innovators in the market
come at a long-term price for the brands, as they become
react. In recent years we’ve witnessed a big rise in ghost
detached from the ordering process – allowing the apps
kitchens opening up, with online-only brands launched to
to aggregate all the important consumer insight, and
satisfy increasing demand. This will continue, and we’ll see
relegating themselves to suppliers, in a B2B2C model.
a similar rise in innovation throughout the dining sector.
This complicated relationship will continue to heat-up, as
Don’t be surprised to see successful mobile-ordering
brands look for more controls of their own online orders,
only restaurants serving the digitally savvy, time-poor
and the delivery giants potentially look to expand beyond
millennial market - and they won’t need to worry about
the confines of at-home ordering.
JJ Boosts Gourmet Burger Sales by 115% in Q2 National wholesaler JJ Foodservice has more than doubled sales of its Gourmet and Texan Burger range following the launch of its ‘Think Inside the Bun’ campaign in January 2019.
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he campaign was designed to encourage
JJ Foodservice will be giving restaurants and takeaways
caterers to increase sales and margins with
the chance to win a free case of gourmet burgers via its
better quality, premium burgers. The campaign
Facebook page during National Burger Week (22-29th
highlighted JJ’s own-label ‘Gourmet’ and ‘Texan’ burgers, which contain up to 98% beef. Following the multi-channel campaign, which spanned print, video, digital and social media, sales (value) of gourmet burgers increased by 115%* and volume increased
August 2019). *Q1 2019 volume and value sales for Gourmet and Texan burger ranges versus Q2 2019. **JJ Think Inside the Bun Type form poll with 143 respondents.
by 91%*. In a post-campaign survey, 36%** of gourmet burger
About JJ Foodservice
customers said that they were not aware of the range before
National wholesaler JJ Foodservice is an independent
the campaign launched and had made a purchase after
foodservice specialist delivering from eleven branches
seeing it.
across the UK to cafes, hotels, Quick Service Restaurants,
98% said that the quality of the range was good, very
good or excellent 95% said that the flavour of the products is tasty, very
tasty or delicious 87.5% said that the value for money for the burgers is
good, very good or excellent 95% of gourmet burger customers would recommend
the range to others
schools, local authorities and more. The majority of sales come from orders placed online and 35% of sales come from own-label products. Customers can order online or on the phone, for collection or delivery. Orders placed by 9pm will be delivered on the next available delivery day and same-day collection is available for all customers, seven days a week. Online shopping has been made even easier with the launch of Fingerprint ID and One Tap Pay for the JJ app, available via smart phones and tablets. JJ
The Gourmet and Texan YouTube Video has been viewed
works with a variety of animal-welfare approved, regionally
more than 12,000
sourced manufacture
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every step of the way. As this technology enters the eat-
MONEY MATTERS
Rare Burgers & Beef – Are they Safe to Eat? The new Prime Minster of the UK has demonstrated how he’s a little behind the times when it comes to food safety. In a recent interview, the PM expressed “that can’t be true” when told of the food safety restrictions on diners ordering burgers and other minced beef and lamb dishes served pink.
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thoroughly cooked. Two years on and the regulations have helped to increase food safety around the country. The new regulations were introduced following a consultation period by the FSA and apply to caterers selling burgers which are not well-cooked. Any restaurants wishing to serve less than thoroughly cooked burgers will need to seek verification from their meat supplier that they are approved either by the FSA or their local authority. The FSA guidance suggests that cooking at 70°C for two
nder rules imposed by the Food Standards
minutes at the centre of the meat or 75°C for 30 seconds
Agency (FSA) two years ago, restaurants can no
would be sufficient to achieve the required reduction of
longer serve minced or chopped beef or lamb
pathogens, reducing an estimated 10 million bacteria to
products that are “less than thoroughly cooked” without following specific, strict hygiene procedures. It comes after he promised to look into “sin taxes” on food high in salt, fat
start with, down to just 10 after cooking. Our STS Food Safety Expert, Annabel Kyle, explains the necessity of cooking burgers thoroughly:
and sugar over fears they unfairly hit low-income families.
“Beef and lamb meat can become contaminated with
The procedures food businesses must follow to get
harmful bacteria, such as E.coli O157, during slaughter,
approval from EHOs to serve pink burgers include: using
handling and preparation, but is confined to the external
approved beef/lamb suppliers, proving their recipes are
surfaces of the meat. However, when these meats are
safe and warning customers of the risks of food poisoning.
minced or chopped and made into burgers, or other similar
Told about the restrictions for the first time in a
products, any bacteria on the outside surfaces is mixed up
Spectator interview, Boris said: “Can you not order rare
into the middle of the burger. If the burger is then not
hamburgers now?” He went on: “Why the hell not? That’s
thoroughly cooked through, the bacteria can survive and
ludicrous, that can’t be true.”
cause illness. E.coli O157 can cause serious illness and
The reason for this is that bacteria (salmonella, e-coli
organ failure – kidney failure is a risk with this bacteria,
and campylobacter, for example) live on the outside of
especially for children. It only takes a small number of
meats – when you sear a steak, this kills the bacteria. But
these bacteria to cause illness so cooking burgers right
as the meat is minced up in a burger, those bacteria could
through to the middle is really important.
still be living on the inside.
If food businesses do wish to serve pink or rare burgers,
Back in 2017, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) released
they must notify their local authority before starting to
details of new regulations, stating that all businesses
offer them to customers to make sure they have their
serving minced meat products, such as burgers, must
approval and they must ensure that their purchase, hygiene
obtain specific approval to serve them anything less than
and HACCP controls are in place and suitably robust.”
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Jestic Foodservice Equipment is pleased to announce the acquisition of Malibu Corporation Ltd (Malibu), a long-established distributor of foodservice equipment based in Trafford Park, Manchester.
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alibu was founded in 1982 and has built an
under the existing name however, Jestic will be investing
enviable reputation as a family-run business
heavily in the facilities at the Manchester site in order to
supplying quality catering equipment including
create a fully-equipped test kitchen and meeting facility
heavy duty griddles, ventless fryers, ice cream machines and drawer warmers to casual dining and quick service restaurants, hotels and convenience stores across the UK. Speaking of the acquisition, Ben Dale, Jestic Managing Director explains the obvious synergy between the two companies’ philosophies:
for Jestic customers in the North of England.” Tony Keating, former Malibu owner and current Managing Director will continue to be involved in the business for the foreseeable future. Jestic Foodservice Equipment has an ethos of providing quality catering equipment engineered to the very best
“We are delighted to welcome Malibu Corporation to the
standards, using exceptional craftsmanship and featuring
Jestic family and look forward to working with them to
the quality raw materials required to achieve an outstanding
further grow the business. This is an exciting chapter in the
build quality.
growth of Jestic and the range of equipment distributed by
from leading brands including Josper, Wood Stone, Henny
Malibu perfectly complements and broadens our existing
Penny, Sveba Dahlen, Edge, Alfa Pro, Winston, Somerset
portfolio. There is also a great cultural fit between the two
and Vitamix.
companies, who share the same values and a commitment
For further information on Jestic Foodservice Equipment, please
to work collaboratively with customers and provide the
visit www.jestic.co.uk.
highest possible levels of service.
For further information on Malibu Corporation, please visit
Malibu will continue to operate as a separate company
The Jestic portfolio includes equipment
www.malibucorporation.co.uk/
Bestway Wholesale Keeps Fast Food Prices Competitive with New Brochure Launch Bestway Wholesale has launched a new monthly
in Edinburgh, Bradford, Leeds and Cardiff and Bestway in
fast food brochure that will ensure its Bestway
Leicester, Birmingham and Luton.
and Batleys cash and carry depots offer catering customers the best possible value on top-selling products for their fast-food establishments.
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The new brochure contains both own-label products which offer even better value and consistently high quality, and leading brands such as (Heinz, Tilda, and Kerrymaid) and Bestway’s own market leading brand which specialises
he Fast Food Specials brochure contains special
in world foods such as spices and rice, White Pearl. Soft
deals and ensures that customers always have
drinks and cleaning products are also featured, making it
access to some of the best prices in the market
a real one-stop-shop.
on the products they need most. The brochure is divided
Aftab Mohammed, Catering at Bestway and Batleys
into focused sections so that all customers, whether
said: “Many of the commodity products featured in our
they’re a pizza restaurant, Chinese takeaway or operating
brochure are price sensitive. By introducing a monthly
a burger van, can instantly find products they need to cook
brochure, we’re able to stay nimble and move the prices
their customers favourite dishes.
in order to give our customers the best possible value for
The new brochure is being mailed out to Bestway
money. This brochure will also hopefully make it easier
Wholesale’s 4,000 customers within reach of the
for fast-food customers to find the specific products they
company’s 16 focused catering depots including Batleys
regularly need.”
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Jestic Foodservice Equipment acquires Malibu Corporation
TRADE DIRECTORY
Bain Marie Liners Easy Liners Easy Liners Ltd, Unit 14, Chester Park, Alfreton Road, Derby, DE21 4AS T: 01332 412273 or 07447 146512 E: info@easyliners.co.uk W: www.easyliners.co.uk
Easy Bags Ltd Enterprise Road, Millennium Business Park Mansfield, Nottinghamshire NG19 7JX T: 01623 423423 E: customerservice@easybags.net W: www.easybags.net Daymark-Supplies Ltd www.daymark-supplies.co.uk The Refill Centre Ltd, t/a Daymark-Supplies, Unit 14, Poplars Farm, Forshaw Heath Road, Earlswood, Solihull, West Midlands, B94 5JX 0845 23 015 23
Sirane Ltd www.sirane.com Sirane Ltd, European Development Centre, Stafford Park 6, Telford, TF3 3AT 01952 230055
GM Packaging Ltd www.gmpackaging.co.uk Unit B7, Tyne Tunnel Estate, Hamar Close, North Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE29 7XB 0191 296 2007
Batter Suppliers Goldensheaf Kerry Foodservice, Bristol T: 0800 138 1938 E: Julian.warner@kerry.com W: www.kerry-foodservice.co.uk
Henry Jones Kerry Foodservice, Bristol T: 0800 138 1938 E: Julian.warner@kerry.com W: www.kerry-foodservice.co.uk
Henry Colbeck
Fryers Mate
Seventh Avenue, Team Valley Trading Estate, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE11 0HG sales@colbeck.co.uk 0191 482 4242
www.fryersmate.com Unit 3, Great Northern Way, Great Northern Terrace, Lincoln LN5 8XF 01522 542054
Weston Catering Supplies
www.falconfoodservice.com Wallace View, Hillfoots Road, Stirling, FK9 5PY info@falconfoodservice.co.uk 01786 455200
www.westoncateringsupplies.com Unit S4, Mendip Business Park, Rooksbridge, Somerset BS26 2U westcatering@hotmail.com 01934 750367
Rosens Business Transfer Agency www.rosens.co.uk Unit 3, Alexander Charles House, Station Passage, South Woodford, London, E18 1JL info@rosens.co.uk 0208 539 6426 www.fishfriers.co.uk 7b Edward 7th Quay, Navigation Way, Ashton-On-Ribble, Preston, PR2 2YF info@fishfriers.co.uk 0844 248 8257
www.hopkins.biz Kent Road, Pudsey, Leeds, LS28 9NF info@hopkins.biz 0113 257 7934
www.altiusgroup.co.uk Business Buyers.co.uk Incorporating Bruce & Co Redwoods Dowling Kerr Kings Business contact@businessbuyers.co.uk 01772 775776
MCS Technical Products Ltd
Everett, Masson & Furby
www.bluesealequipment.co.uk Unit 67, Gravelly Industrial Park, Gravelly Park, Birmingham, B24 8TQ 0121 327 5575
www.mcstechproducts.co.uk Building 2, Westmead Drive, Swindon, SN5 7YT sales@mcstechproduct.co.uk 01793 5383908
Blue Seal
www.emfgroup.com 3 Cornhill, Ottery St Mary, Devon EX11 1DW info@emfgroup.com 01404 813762
Restaurant Supply Store
Catering Equipment Suppliers/ Spares Shop Equip Park View, North Street, Langwith, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG20 9BN T: 0845 400 1044 E: sales@shop-equip.com W: www.shop-equip.com
Total QSR Ltd Crown Chambers, 7a Market Place Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6ES T: 01225 791848 W: www.totalqsr.co.uk Fast Food Systems Limited
Middleton Food Products Ltd,
Carlton Catering Equipment
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Regional shops throughout the UK or on-line www.nisbets.com Fourth Way, Avonmouth, Bristol, BS11 8T sales@nisbets.co.uk 0845 140 5555 or 0117 316 5000
Hopkins Catering
Business Buyers.com - Part of the Altius Group
T: 0845 3711 522 E: hello@worldofceres.com W: www.worldofceres.com W: www.thebattercompany.co.uk
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Nisbets Plc
Fish Friers- Part of the Altius Group
Seriously Good Gluten Free
www.middletonfoods.com 655 Willenhall Road, Willenhall, West Midlands, WV13 3LH sales@middletonfoods.com 01902 608122 or 08453 706 550
Marfast www.marfast.co.uk 30 Broughton Street, Manchester, M8 8NN pani@marfast.co.uk 0161 833 0024
Business and Property Sales
E: info@totalqsr.co.uk
Ceres | Pure Food Innovation
Falcon Foodservice Equipment
www.fast-food-systems.co.uk Unit 1, Headley Park 9, Headley Road East Woodley, Reading, Berkshire, RG5 4SQ sales@ffsbrands.co.uk 01189 441100 www.chippersandpeelers.com Grange Farm, Braithwell Road, Ravenfield, Rotherham , South Yorks., S65 4LP carltoncatering@sky.com 01709 540004
www.restaurantsupplystore.co.uk Unit 7, Hatton Close, Chafford Hundred, Grays, Essex, RM16 6RP sales@restaurantsupplystore.co.uk 01375 651 600
Velox Grills www.veloxgrills.com Manor Farm, Manor Road Wantage, Oxon., OX12 8NE sales@veloxgrills.com 01235 770133
Caterparts Limited www.caterparts.com The Engine Shed, Top Station Road, Brackley, Bucks., NN13 7UG sales@caterparts.com 0845 130 8060
Vmotouk www.vmoto-uk.com 29 Shand Street London E1 2ES info@vmoto-uk.com 0800 133 7304
King Edward www.kingedward.co.uk Unit 1A, Porthouse Ind. Estate, Bromyard, Herefordshire, HR7 4NS oven@kingedward.co.uk
E&R Moffat ww.ermoffat.co.uk Bonnybridge FK4 2BS sales@ermoffat.co.uk 01324 812272 August and September 2019 • Fastfood Professional
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www.sweetheat.co.uk 16 Millwater Avenue Dewsbury, West Yorks. WF12 9QN sales@sweet nheat.co.uk 01924 488619
Chicken Frying and Cooking Equipment Jestic Foodservice Equipment www.jestic.co.uk Units 3 & 4, Dana Estate, Transfesa Road, Paddock Wood, Kent, TN12 6UU info@jestic.co.uk 01892 831960
Mitchell and Cooper Ltd www.bonzer.co.uk 136-140 Framfield Road Uckfield East Sussex, TN22 5AU sales@mitchellcooper.co.uk 0845 0177 488
Kuroma www.premier1filtration.co.uk Kiln Head Spring, Kneeton Lane, Barton, DL10 6NB info@premier1filtration.com 01325 377189
Synergy Grill www.synergygrill.com Active Food Systems Ltd., Synergy House, 70 High Street, Offord Darcy, St Neots, Cambs., PE19 5RH Info@synergygrill.com 01480 811000
Hopkins Catering www.hopkins.biz Kent Road, Pudsey, Leeds, LS28 9NF info@hopkins.biz 0113 257 7934
Comark Instruments www.comarkinstruments.com 52 Hurricane Way,Norwich, Norfolk, NR6 6JB sales@comarkinstruments.com 0207 942 0712
PD Catering International
Cook Co Nottingham Ltd
www.pizzadirect.co.uk MFG Group Nile Street Bolton, Lancs. BL3 6BW info@pizzadirect.co.uk 01284 382800
www.cookco.ltd.uk 99 Manvers Street, Nottingham, NG2 4NU sale@cookco.ltd.uk 0115 912 1188
No-Fli Limited www.no-fli.com Building C, Knaresborough Technology Park, Manse Lane, Knaresborough, Yorkshire, HG5 8LF hello@no-fi.com 01423 855600
Pandnet Ltd (Kuroma) www.kuroma.com Unit 1, Premier Works Canal Street South Wigston Leicester LE18 4PL 0116 2772 372
Electronic Temperature instruments Ltd www.etiltd.com Easting Close, Worthing, West Sussex, BN14 8HQ sales@etiltd.com 01903 202151
Carlton Catering Equipment www.chippersandpeelers.com Grange Farm, Braithwell Road, Ravenfield, Rotherham South Yorks., S65 4LP 01709 540004
www.lowerental.co.uk Unit J, Knockmore Ind. Estate, Lisburn, Northern Ireland, BT28 2EJ mail@lowerental.com 028 9260 4619
Regrit-it www.regrit-it.com 1st Floor Rear, 40 Percy Park Tynemouth, North Tyneside. NE30 4JX sales@regrit-it.com 07740 664410
Alliance On-line www.allianceonline.co.uk Alliance House, Marshfield Bank, Crewe, Cheshire, CW2 8UY hello@allianceonline.co.uk 0844 499 4300
Williams Catering Products www.williamspotatoes.co.uk Exeworthy Farm, Staplake Lane, Starcross, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8QT info@williamspotatoes.co.uk 01626 890871
Chicken Coaters & Marinades Chicken Train
Cold Drinks and Slush Us 4 Slush Limited www.us4slush.com 4 Middle Road. Bailie Gate Industrial Estate, Sturminster Marshall, Dorset. BH21 4DB sales@us4slush.com 01202 666922
Longo & Co www.mrwhippy.biz Unit 5A, Steps Industrial Estate Magdale, Honley West Yorkshire, HD9 6RA info@slushmachines.co.uk 01484 606352
SnowShock Ltd Snowshock.com Unit 43 Invincible Drive, Armstrong Industrial Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 7HX sales@snowshock.com 0330 053 6132
Crisps and Snacks Palmer and Harvey www.palmerharvey.co.uk 106 – 112 Davigdor Road Hove, East Sussex, BN3 1RE 01273 222 100 www.saltydog-grrr.com Salty Towers PO Box 766 Chesham Bucks., HP5 3YD info@saltydog-grrr.com 01494 774422
Curry and Gravy Mixes Dinaclass Kerry Food Service, Bristol, T: 0800 138 1938 E: julian.warner@kerry.com W: www.kerry-foodservice.co.uk
Cleaning Materials
T: 0800 138 1938 E: julian.warner@kerry.com W: www.kerry-foodservice.co.uk Dibs Distribution www.dibsdistribution.co.uk 1432b Clock Tower Road, Isleworth, Middlesex, TW7 6DT sales@dibs.uk.com 0208 568 6668
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Storeys Bar Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 5TQ sales@mammothcleaningsupplies.co.uk 0800 432 0224
Salty Dog
Chippers and Peelers
Lowe Rental Ltd
Kerry Foodservice, Birstol,
Mammoth Cleaning Supplies.co.uk
TRADE DIRECTORY
Sweetheat
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Ecolab UK www.en-uk.ecolab.com Various UK locations custHelpDesk.UK@ecolab.com Central: 0 02920 852000
Pattersons www.pattersons.co.uk Winterstoke Road Bristol, BS3 2NS contact@pattersons.co.uk 0117 934 1270
Kerry Foodservice www.kerry-foodservice.co.uk Thorpe Lea Manor, Thorpe Lea Road, Egham, Surrey, TW20 8HY info@kerry-foodservice.co.uk 01784 430777 August and September • Fastfood Professional
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Deep Premises Cleaning Bright Hygiene www.brighthygiene.co.uk Omega House, Unit 7, Sarbir Industrial Park, Cambridge Road, Harlow, Essex, CM20 2EU 0800 093 7840
Vapor Clean www.vaporclean.co.uk 1st Floor Dairy Unit, Ebdon Bow Farm, Wick Saint Lawrence, Weston Super Mare, BS22 7YU 01934 611242
Delivery Bikes Justebikes www.justebikes.co.uk 216 Hinckley Road Leicester, LE3 0TH info@justebikes.co.uk 0116 3666 980
Free Go Electric Bikes www.freegoelectricbikes.com 3 St Denys Road, Portswood, Southampton Hampshire, SO17 2GN enquiries@freegoelectricbikes.com 0800 077 8711
Digital Menu Systems Lashbrookes.com Ltd Limerick Works, Limerick Road, Dormanstown, Redcar, Cleveland, TS10 5JU T: 01642 482629 E: lashbrookuk@hotmail.co.uk W: www.lashbrooks.com
Harlequin Printing and Packaging Harlequin House, Coed Cae Lane, Pontyclun, South Wales, CF72 9EW T: 01443 222219 E: info@harlequinprintgroup.co.uk W: www.harlequinprintgroup.co.uk
It’s Lolly ltd
Digital Media systems
www.itslolly.com Crystal Gate 28-30 Worship Street London EC2A 2AH 0800 038 5389
www.digitalmediasystems.co.uk Pressers House, 2 South Lane, Elland, West Yorks, HX5 0HG hello@digitalmediasystems.co.uk 01484 588895
Ethnic foods
Duct Cleaning and servicing Specialists
Shana Foods www.martinsolveig.fr/rubicon/ Unit 5 Second Way, Wembley Middlesex, HA9 0YJ info@shanafoods.com 0208 8782 3200
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Wing Yip www.wingyip.com 375 Nechells Park Road Nechells, Birmingham, B7 5NT enquiries@wingyip.com 0121 327 6618
07725 434173 Standard and Premium Box listings available
Fats and Oils
CKC in association with KLS 8 Austin Fields Kings Lynn PE30 1PH T: 01553 886101 / 07766 747405 W: www.ckconline.biz E: sales@ckconline.biz
Vandemoortele/P100 P100 has over 60 years of frying experience, helping to create great tasting food time and time again. Being refined to the purest level, P100 offers unrivalled consistancy in taste and freshness from the first portion to the last.
T: 0208 814 7810 M: 07912 389446 W: www.vandermoortele.com
De-Duct Cleaning Service Deduct offer a fast & efficient Nationwide duct cleaning service with FREE shop survey T: 07806 487239 or 0333 772 0089 E: info@de-duct.co.uk W: www.de-duct.co.uk
Olenex Trading (UK) Ltd www.olenex-uk.com ADM Trading (UK) Limited, Church Manorway, Erith, Kent, DA8 1DL
E: ukinfo@adm.com T: 01322 444836
Just Filters
W: www.olinex-uk.com The
Fryers’ Favourite For Over 60 Years.
www.justfilters.co.uk Omega House, Unit 7, Sarbir Industrial Park, Cambridge Road, Harlow, Essex, CM20 2EU info@justfilters.co.uk 01279 420289
Nortech Foods Limited
www.nortechfoods.co.uk For information, advice, or customer support material pleas Olenex Trading (UK) Limited. Tel: 01322 444836 e-mail: ukinfo@olenex.com Ings Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 9TL info@nortechfoods.co.uk 01302 390880
Network Hygiene www.networkhygiene.com Knowledge Centre, Wyboston Lakes, Great North Road, Wyboston, Bedfordshire, MK44 3BY ian@networkhygiene.com 0333 577 6384
Arrow Oils Limited www.arrowoils.co.uk Glebe Street, Shaw, Oldham Lancashire, OL2 7SF collections@arrowoils.co.uk 01706 880796
Finance, Leasing & Insurance
EPOS Systems
BD Signs Nottingham www.bdsignsnottingham.co.uk Unit 18, Bailey Brook Industrial Estate, Amber Langley Drive, Langley Mill, Nottingham, NG16 4BE info@bdsignsnottingham.co.uk 0800 195 3610
Media Screen Solutions www.mediascreensolutions.com Cleveland House 116 Cleveland Street Wirral Merseyside, CH41 3RB enquiries@mediascreensolutions.com 0800 515690
Signagelive Limited www.signagelive.com Rectory Farm Barns Walden Road Little Chesterford Saffron Walden Essex CB10 1UD 01799 530110
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Complete Leasing Solutions Ltd
Integer
Manor Farm,
Manchester: 167 Heywood Road, Prestwich Manchester, M25 1LB Scotland: 89 Main Street, Winchburgh West Lothian, EH52 6RA T: 0871 566 0766 E: Manchester: geoff@integeruk.com Scotland: jim@integeruk.com• W: www.integeruk.com
Kepos Systems Ltd www.kepos.co.uk 10 Gunton Road, London, SW17 9EL sales@kepos.co.uk 07939 927624
Revel Systems London Office www.revelsystems.com Moorgate 1 Fore Street London, EC2Y 5EJ info@revelsystems.com 0203 8081 036
Chilworth Old Village, Southampton, Hants, SO16 7JP T: 023 8076 6467 E: info@corporateasset.co.uk
Corporate Asset Solutions Manor Farm,, Chilworth Old Village, Soputrhampton, Hants, SO16 7JP 023 8076 6467
Johnson Reed Bridge House, Newbridge Lane, Stockport, SK1 2NA T: 0161 429 6949 E: info@johnsonreed.co.uk W: www.johnsonreed.co.uk
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Royal Greenland Ltd
www.gloverhowe.co.uk 4 St Peters Court, St Peters Street, Colchester, Essex, CO11 1WD insurance@gloverhowe.co.uk 0845 602 3866
www.royalgreenland.com Gateway House, Styal Road, Wythenshawe, Manchester, M22 5WY 0161 490 4249
Unique Seafood
Fish Suppliers Collins Seafoods Ltd
www.uniqueseafood.co.uk 2 Floor, Grabbex Business Park, Murray Road, Orpington, Kent, BR5 3QY 0203 260 3580
Unit 2, Park 2000, Millennium Way, Newton Aycliffe, Co Durham, DL5 6AR
T: 01325 315544 E: sales@collinsseafoods.co.uk W: www.collinsseafoods.co.uk Smales www.smales.co.uk 30 West Dock Street, Hull, HU3 4HL 01482 324997
FAS 2000 Ltd/Fastnet Fish www.fastnetfish.com Estate Road No.5, South Humberside Industrial Estate, Grimsby, N.E. Lincs., DN31 2TG mike@fastnetfish.com 01472 240777
Wraggs Seafoods Ltd www.wraggsseafoods.co.uk Unit 2, Park 2000, Heighington Lane Business Park, Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6AR sales@wraggsseafood.co.uk 01132 498832
J Sykes & Sons Ltd www.sykesseafoods.co.uk New Smithfield Market, New Smithfield House, Whitworth Street East, Manchester, M11 2WP hello@sykesseafoods.co.uk 0161 223 9311
Amanda Seafoods A/S www.amanda-seaffods.dk/en Constatiavej 29, DK-9900, Frederikshavn info@amanda-seafoods.dk +45 96 22 15 00
Mannin Fish Ltd www.manninfish.co.uk 3 Sterling Court, Stevenage, Herts., SG1 2JY 01438 359444
Xpress Fish www.xpressfish.net 351 South Boulevard, Hessle Road, Hull, HU3 4DY info@xpressfish.net 01482 633550
Whitby Seafoods Ltd www.whitby-seafoods.com Fairfield Way, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO22 4PU 01947 606101
Young’s Foodservice www.youngsfoodservice.co.uk Ross House, Wickham Road, Grimsby, DN31 3SW care@youngsseafood.co.uk 0800 132 096
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Fish & Chip Shop Suppliers VA Whitley & Co Ltd Milward House Fir Street Heywood OL10 1NW T: 01706 364211 E: sales@vahitley.co.uk W: www.vawhitley.co.uk
Friars Pride Milward House Head Office & Peterborough Depot: Oxney Rd Indst Est, Peterborough, PE1 5YW T: 01733 316400 Fx: 01733 316425 E: sales@friarspride.com W: www.friarspride.com
JJ Food Service Innova Park, 7 Solar Way, Enfield, EN3 7XY T: General 08433 090991 T: Paul Brailsford – 07880 176015 E: info@jjfoodservice.com E: Paul.brailsford@jjfooodervice.com W: www.jjfooodservice.com Henry Colbeck Seventh Avenue, Team Valley Trading Estate, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE11 0HG sales@colbeck.co.uk 0191 482 4242
T Quality www.tquality.co.uk Westmead Industrial Estate, Westlea, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 7YY customercare@tquality.co.uk 01793 648900
Wilsons Seasonings Ltd www.americanchipspice.co.uk Stagenhoe Bottom Farm, Whitwell, Hertfordshire, SG4 8JN ew@americanchipspice.co.uk 01438 871967
Food Safety & Hygiene Checkit Limited Broers Building JJ Thomson Avenue Cambridge, CB3 0FA
T: 01223 941450 E: info@checkit.net W: www.checkit.net
Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) www.cieh.org Chadwick Court, 15 Hatfields, London, SE1 8DJ info@cieh.org 0207 928 6006
Frozen Food Suppliers Central Foods Maple Court, Ash Lane Collingtree Northampton NN4 0NB T: 01604 858 522 E: info@centralfoods.co.uk W: www.centralfoods.co.uk
Golden Valley Foods Maple Court, Ash Lane, Colling Tree, Northampton, NN4 0NB T: 01604 858522 E: enquiries@centralfoods.co.uk W: www.central foods.co.uk Brands/goldenvalleyfoods.aspx
Frying Ranges KFE Ltd Unit A-B, Bentley Business Park, Blenheim Way, Market Deeping, Peterborough, PE6 8LD, sales@kfeltd.co.uk www.kfeltd.co.uk 01778 380 448
Frank Ford Limerick Road, Dormanstown, Redcar Cleveland TS10 5JU
T: 01642 489868 E: amanda.barker@me-ff.com W: www.me-ff.com
Martyn Edwards Ltd Limerick Road, Dormanstown, Redcar Cleveland TS10 5JU
T: 01642489868 E: amanda.barker@me-ff.com W: www.me-ff.com
Fryline in association with KLS 8 Austin Fields Kings Lynn PE30 1PH
T: 01553 772935 / 07770 568939 W: www.klsonline.co.uk E: sales@klsonline.co.uk Florigo www.florigo.co.uk 4 Centech Park, Fringe Meadow Road, North Moons Moat, Redditch, B98 9NR info@florigo.co.uk 01527 592000
Hewigo (UK)Ltd www.hewigo.com Bateman House, Little Fields Way, Oldbury, West Midlands, B69 2BT sales@hewigo.com 0121 544 9120 August and September • Fastfood Professional
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Glover & Howe Insurance Services
TRADE DIRECTORY
Henry Nuttall Ltd www.henrynuttall.co.uk Manor Drive, Dinnington, Sheffield, S25 3QU sales@henrynuttall.co.uk 01909 560808
Preston & Thomas Frying Ranges Ltd www.prestonandthomas.co.uk PO Box 728, Fareham, Hants, PO14 9QU info@prestonandthomas.co.uk 01732 757636
Mallinsons of Oldham Ltd www.mallinsonsofoldham.co.uk Trent Industrial Estate, Duchess St, Shaw Oldham, Lancashire, OL2 7UT mallinsons.sales@btconnect.com 01706 299000
Valentine Equipment Limited www.valentinefryers.com 4 Trafford Road, Reading, Berks., RG1 8JS info@valentinefryers.com 0118 957 1344
Frying Range Engineers KLS Frying Ranges Service 8 Austin Fields Kings Lynn PE30 1P
T: 01553 772935 / 07770 568939 W: www.klsonline.co.uk E: sales@klsonline.co.uk
Gazebos/Mobile Units Instant Promotion (UK) Ltd
Bilborough, Nottingham, NG8 4LU 0115 929 1101
info@logicvending.co.uk 0808 278 3327
Adams Fast Food Supplies
Fracino
www.adamsfastfoods.com Various UK Depots 01274 492044 Ask for local depot number
www.fracino.com 18-22 Birch Road East, Birmingham, B6 7DB sasles@fracino.com 0121 328 5757
Marfast www.marfast.co.uk 30 Broughton Street, Manchester, M8 8NN pani@marfast.co.uk 0161 833 0024
Grease Traps Oli Environmental Services
Caterlink Limited
www.greasemanagement.co.uk Eaton Works, Allthorpe Street, Leamington Spa, CV31 2AU 01926 432030
www.caterlink.co.uk Units 7-8, Bodmin Business Park, Launceston Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2RJ sales@caterlink.co.uk 01208 78844
Hog Roast Machines and Barbecues
Beechdean Dairies Limited
The Hogg Boss www.thehoggboss.com Peake Products, Unit 4, Walton New Road Ind. Estate, Bruntingthorpe, Lutterworth, Leics., LE17 5RD sales@thehpggboss.com 0116 247 8500
Tasty Trotter
Cinders Barbecues
Promart Manufacturing Ltd www.promart.co.uk Unit 2B Caddick Road, Knowsley Industrial Park South, Merseyside, L34 9HP sales@promart.co.uk 0151 546 4666
www.cindersbarbecues.co.uk High Bentham, Lancaster, LA2 7NB Karen@cindersbarbecues.co.uk 01524 262900
Hot Drinks Equipment Franke Coffee Systems UK Ltd
Estate, Bedwas, Caerphilly,
www.coffee.franke.com 6A Handley Page Way, St Albans , Hertfordshire, AL2 2DQ Sales@Frankecoffeesystems.co.uk 01923 635700
CF83 8XP
Espresso Essential
T: 029 2085 3200 • F: 029 2085 3323
E: info@petersfood.com
W: www.petersfood.com
Brakes www.brake.co.uk UK wide 0345 6069090
Bidvest Foodservice www.bidvest.co.uk 814 Leigh Road, Slough, SL1 4BD 01494 555900
Hopwells Ltd www.hopwells.com Head Office, Glaisdale Drive,
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Carpigiani UK Ltd
GMG Ltd
VTO (Vertical Take Off)
Unit 1, Greenway, Bedwas House Industrial
Ice Cream www.carpigiani.com Faculty House, 214 Holme Lacy Road, Rotherwas, Hereford, HR2 6BQ 01432 346018
www.tastytrotter.com Bridge Street, Clay Cross, Derbyshire, S45 9NU info@tastytrotter.com 01246 866800
Peter’s Food Service
www.scanomat.co.uk sales@scanomat.co.uk 0800 032 7581
www.olienvironmentalservices.co.uk 6 Chapel Lane, North Luffenham, Oakham, LE15 8JP anthony@olienvironmentalservices.co.uk 01780 720679
www.instantpromotion.co.uk Unit 7, Liberty Industrial Park, South Liberty Lane, Bristol, BS3 2SU enquiries@instantpromotions.co.uk 0117 963 1668
General Catering Supplies
Scanomat UK
www.espressoessential.co.uk Unit 2, Oakley Green Nurseries, Westerleigh Hill Road, Westerleigh, Bristol, BS37 8QZ 0800 731 2980
Tchibo Coffee International Ltd www.tchibo-coffee.co.uk Tchibo House, 7-8 Blenheim Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT19 9BE 01372 541881
Logic Vending www.logicvending.co.uk The Maltings Business Centre, Stanstead Abbotts, Hertfordshire, SG12 8HG
www.beechdean.co.uk Old House Farm, North Dean, High Wycombe, Bucks, HP14 4NL farmhouse@beechdean.co.uk 01494 563980
Taylor UK www.taylor-company.co.uk 106 Claydon Business Park Great Blakenham, Ipswich Suffolk, IP6 0NL sales@taylor-company.co.uk 0800 838 896
Hopkins Catering www.hopkins.biz Kent Road, Pudsey, Leeds, LS28 9NF info@hopkins.biz 0113 257 7934
Longo & Co www.mrwhippy.biz Unit 5A, Steps Ind. Estate, Magdale, Honley, Huddersfied, West Yorks., HD9 6RA info@mrwhippy.biz 01484 606351
Kebab Suppliers Double A Kebabs Millennium Business Park, Mansfield Nottinghamshire, NG19 7JX T: 01623 422888 E: info@doubleakebab.co.uk W: www.doubleakebab.co.uk Istanbul Meats www.istanbulmeats.com Unit 3, First Avenue, Drum Industrial Estate, C hester le Street, Birtley, Co. Durham, DH2 1AG enquiries@istanbulmeats.com 0191 492 3909
Golden Delight Foods Ltd, www.goldendelightfoods.co.uk 26 Clayton Road, Birmingham B8 1JE 0121 327 8800
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Peter’s Food Service
Fylde Fresh & Fabulous
www.kismetkebabs.co.uk Milton House, Maldon Road, Latchingdon, Essex CM3 6LF 01621 744 055
www.petersfood.com Unit 1, Greenway, Bedwas House Industrial Estate, Bedwas, Caerphilly, CF83 8XP 029 2085 3200 info@petersfood.com
www.fyldefreshandfabulous.com Fylde Fresh & Fabulous, Stanley Villa Farm, Back Lane, Weeton, Preston, PR4 3HN sales@fyldefreshandfabulous.com 01253 836444
Paragon Quality Foods Ltd www.paragonqualityfoods.com Quadrant 3, Yorkshire Way, West Moor Park, Armthorpe, Doncaster, DN3 3FB sales@paragonqualityfoods.com 01302 834141
Oil Management
Holland’s Pies www.hollandspies.co.uk Baxenden, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 2SA enquiries@hollandspies.co.uk 01706 213591
Pizza & Pasta
Premier1 Filtration
Express Foodservice
www.premier1filtration.co.uk Kiln Head Spring, Kneeton Lane, Barton, DL10 6NB info@premier1filtration.com 01325 377189
www.express-foodservice.co.uk Unit B, Dominion Way, Rustington Trading Estate, Littlehampton, West Sussex. BN16 3HQ info@expressfoodservice.co.uk 01903 775077
Packaging
Eurilait
Coveris UK Food & Consumer 7 Howard Road, Eaton Socon St Neots, Cambs PE19 8ET T: 01480 476161 E: UK@Coveris.com W: www.coveris.com Crafti’s Ltd (For Kids) www.craftis.co.uk 3rd Floor, Towcester Mill, Chantry Lane, Towcester, Northants, NN12 6AB 01327 358508
W F Denny www.wfdenny.co.uk Unit 7, Tudor Road, Altrincham Business Park, Broadheath, Cheshire, WA14 5RZ info@wfdenny.co.uk 0161 927 4949
It’s a Wrap (JR Press) www.jrpress.co.uk 3 Egerton Close, Daventry Northants, NN11 8PE sales@jrpress.co.uk 01327 301566
PlanglowLtd www.planglow.com The Quorum, Bond Street South, Bristol, BS1 3AE contactus@planglow.com 0117 317 8600
Southern Fried Chicken www.southernfriedchicken.com Unit 1, Headley Park 9, Headley Road East, Woodley, Reading, Berkshire, RG5 4SQ sales@southerfriedchicken.com 0118 944 1100
Pies Pukka Pies Ltd The Halcroft, Syston,
www.eurilait.co.uk Leighton Lane Industrial Estate, Leighton Lane, Evercreech, Somerset, BA4 6LQ craigbrayshaw@eurilait.co.uk 01749 838100
999 Pizza Toppings UK www.999pizzatoppings.co.uk Unit 6, Teakcroft Fairview Industrial Park Marsh Way Rainham, Essex, RM13 8UH info@999pizzatoppings.co.uk 01708 558885
Venice Bakery UK Ltd www.venicebakery.co.uk Unit 2, Crown House, Queen Street, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA7 4BT adam@venicebakery.co.uk 0208 301 2624
Pan’Artisan Units 25/26 Holmbush Industrial Estate, Holmbush Way Midhurst, West Sussex GU29 9HX enquiries@panartisan.com 01730 811490
www.kirenfoods.co.uk Unit 3, Smallbridge Business Park, Riverside Drive, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 2SH enquiries@kirenfoods.com 01706 526732
Stoupid Pizza UK www.stupid-pizza.co.uk 84 Holmsdale Road, Coventry, CV6 5BJ stoupid.pizza@gmail.com 02476 278102
Potatoes www.bestchips.co.uk AHDB Potatoes Agriculture & Horticulture Development Board, Stoneleigh Park, Kenilworth, Warwickshire, CV8 2TL 024 7669 2051
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Potato White Company Unit 7B Bessingby Industrial Estate Bridlington, East Yorkshire, YO16 4SJ T: 01262 228286 E: info@selectsundries.co.uk W: www.selectsundries.co.uk
Drywite www.drywite.co.uk The House of Lee, Park Lane, Halesowen, West Midlands, B63 2RA T: 01384 569556
Poultry Suppliers Central Foods Maple Court, Ash Lane Collingtree Northampton NN4 0NB T: 01604 858 522 E: info@centralfoods.co.uk W: www.centralfoods.co.uk
Riverside Food Services Units 1-4, The Stables, Sutton Farm, West
T: 01691 839288 E: mandy@riversidefoods.co.uk W: www.riversidefoods.co.uk
AHDB
W: www.pukkapies.co.uk
Potato Treating & Equipment
Felton, Oswestry, Shropshire,
trade@pukkapies.co.uk E: trade@pukkapies.co.uk
www agrico.co.uk Castleton of Eassie, Glamis, By Forfar, Angus, DD8 1SJ potatoes@agrico.co.uk 01307 840551
www.pizza-baguette.co.uk Genus, Hammond Close Attleborough Fields Ind. Est. Nuneaton, Warks., CV11 6RY info@pizza-baguette.co.uk 02476 254941
Leicester, LE7 1LD T: 0116 264 4004
Agrico UK Ltd.
Pizza and Baguette
Kiren Foods
TRADE DIRECTORY
Kismet Kebabs
SY11 4HX
Dibs Distribution www.dibsdistribution.co.uk 1432b Clock Tower Road, Isleworth, Middlesex,TW7 6DT sales@dibs.uk.com 0208 568 6668
Nila UK Ltd www.nila.co.uk Unit 9b, Beaver Ind. Estate, Brent Road, Southall, Middx., UB2 5FB food@nila.co.uk 020 8744 7700
Refrigeration Adande Adande Refrigeration Ltd. 45 Pinbush Road, South Lowestoft Ind. Est Lowestoft, Suffolk NR33 7NL sales@adande.com adanderefrigeration.com 0844 376 0023 August and September • Fastfood Professional
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Hoshizaki/Gram 2 The Technology Centre London Road, Swanley,Kent, BR8 7AG E: Hoshizaki - uksales@ Hoshizaki.co.uk E: Gram - info@gramuk.co.uk W: www.hoshizaki.co.uk W: www.gramuk.co.uk T: Hoshizaki - 0845 456 0585 T: Gram - 01322 616 900
Jestic Foodservice Equipment
McWhinney’s Sausages www.mcwhinneys.com 10 Balloo Way, Balloo Industrial Park, Bangor, Co. Down, N. Ireland, BT19 7QZ info@mcwhinneys.com 028 9127 1811
www.jestic.co.uk Units 3 & 4, Dana Estate, Transfesa Road, Paddock Wood, Kent, TN12 6UU info@jestic.co.uk 01892 831960
Pukka Pies Ltd
Williams Refrigeration
W: www.pukkapies.co.uk
Bryggen Road, North Lynn Industrial Estate, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 2HZ 01553 817000
Foster Fridge www.foster-fridge.com 1st Floor, The Coach House, Montpelier Mews, High Street South, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 3SH info@foster-fridge.com 01582 788486
Polar Refrigeration www.polar-refrigerator.com Unit 8, Access 18, Bristol, BS11 8HT See website for stockists
Sauces & Marinades The Crucial Sauce Company Ltd Unit 1b, Nechells Business Centre, 31 Dollman Street, Nechells, Birmingham, B7 4RP T: 0121 333 3233 E: info@thecrucialsaucecompany.co.uk W: www.thecrucialsaucecompany.co.uk
BI Europe Limited www.bilimited.com Unit 21 – 22 Kernan Drive, Loughborough, Charnwood, LE11 5JF info@bilimited.com 01509 631650
The Halcroft, Syston, Leicester, LE7 1LD trade@pukkapies.co.uk T: 0116 264 4004 E: trade@pukkapies.co.uk
Peter’s Food Service www.petersfood.com Unit 1, Greenway, Bedwas House Industrial Estate, Bedwas, Caerphilly, CF83 8XP 029 2085 3200 info@petersfood.com
Westaway Sausages Ltd. www.westawaysausages.com 3-6 Rydon Industrial Estate, Canal Way, Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 3SJ 01626 333101
Metrow Foods Limited www.metrow.co.uk Airborne Close, Leigh-on Sea Essex, SS9 4EN helpdesk@metrow.co.uk 01702 527441
Suffolk Meat Traders www.suffolkmeattraders.co.uk Grove Lane, Elmswell Bury St. Edmunds Suffolk, IP30 9HN sales@suffolkmeattraders.co.uk 01359 242 500
Holland’s Pies www.hollandspies.co.uk Baxenden, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 2SA enquiries@hollandspies.co.uk 01706 213591
Dibs Distribution www.dibsdistribution.co.uk 1432b Clock Tower Road, Isleworth, Middlesex, TW7 6DT sales@dibs.uk.com 0208 568 6668
Keejays Limited www.keejays.com Crockatt Road, Lady Lane Ind. Estate, Hadleigh, Suffolk, IP7 6RD enquiries@keejays.com 01473 827304
Sausages, Pies and Burgers James T Blakeman & Co Ltd, www.blakemans.co.uk Millenium Way, High Carr Business Park, Newcastle –under- Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 7UF admin@blakemans.co.uk 01782 569610
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Rollover Limited www.rollover-uk.com Rollover House, 802 Oxford Avenue, Slough, Berks., SL1 4LN info@rollover-uk.com 01753 575558
The Franconian Sausage Company www.franconian.co.uk Unit 26, Eldon Way, Paddock Wood, Kent, TN12 6BE info@franconian.co.uk 01892 837816
Shopfitters & Fabricators Barland Shopfitting Specialists www.barlandshopfitters.co.uk Unit 18, Honey Hall Ing, Huddersfield, West Yorks., HD2 1GP info@barlandshopfitters.co.uk 0800 043 5523
Elite Shopfitters Leeds Ltd. www.eliteshopfittersleads.co.uk 5 Wharfe Mews, Cliff Terrace, Wetherby, LS22 6LX elitshopfittersleeds@iidp.co.uk 0113 258 3324
Jephsons Shopfitters Ltd www.jephsonsshopfitters.co.uk Maun House, Maun Way, Hermitage Lane, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 5GX info@jephsonsshopfitters.co.uk 01623 645809
Promart Manufacturing Ltd www.promart.co.uk Unit 2B Caddick Road, Knowsley Industrial Park South, Merseyside, L34 9HP sales@promart.co.uk 0151 546 4666
Trade Bodies Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) www.msc.org Marine House 1 Snow Hill London, EC1A 2DH 0207 246 8900
Seafish www.seafish.org 18 Logie Mill Logie Green Road Edinburgh, EH7 4HS Seafish@seafish.co.uk 0131 558 3331
Seafood Scotland www.seafoodscotland.org 18 Logie Mill Logie Green Road Edinburgh, EH7 4HS enquiries@seafoodscotland.org 0131 557 9344
NEODA PO Box 1184, Bromley Kent, BR1 9XW T: 020¬ 8464 3954 E: lynda.simmons@neoda.org.uk W: www.neoda.org.uk
British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF) www.bfff.co.uk Warwick House, Unit 7, Long Bennington Business Park, Main Road, Long Bennington, Newark, Notts, NG23 5JR 01400 283090
British Kebab Awards www.britishkebabawards.co.uk 8th Floor, Elizabeth House 39 York Road, London, SE1 7NQ, info@ceftus.org / nominationskebabawards@ gmail.com 020 7183 4272
PAPA The Pizza, Pasta and Italian Food Association www.papa.org.uk Association House 18C Moor Street Chepstow NP16 5DB 01291 636338
Asian Catering Federation www.acfederation.org London Pall Mall 100 Pall Mall St James London, SW1Y 5NQ August and September 2019 • Fastfood Professional
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KFE School of Frying Excellence www.kfeltd.co.uk Unit A-B, Bentley Business Park, Blenheim Way, Market Deeping, Peterborough PE6 8LD sales@kfeltd.co.uk 01778 380448
T: 07725 434173 Crossways E: crosswaysfc@gmail.com W: www.foodserviceconsultants.co.uk Carpigiani Gelato University UK
www.harryramsdens.co.uk
London Fish and Chips www.londonfish-chips.com
Mexigo www.mexigo.uk
Muffin Break www.muffinbreak.co.uk
Papa John’s www.papajohns.co.uk
Wholesalers and Cash and Carry
Crossways Foodservice Consultants 29 High Street Needingworth, St Ives Cambridgeshire, PE27 4SA
Harry Ramsden’s
www.prowebdesignuk.com 119 Hertford Road, London, EN3 5JF info@prowebdesignuk.com 0203 659 4745
www.shinebrightcreativecc.co.uk 13 University Road Leicester, LE1 7RA info@shinebrightcc.com 0116 255 3400
www.federationoffishfriers.co.uk 4 Greenwood Mount, Leeds, LS6 4LQ mail@federationoffishfriers.co.uk 0113 230 7044
www.gallonesfranchise.com
Pro Web Design
Shinebright Creative
National Federation of Fish Friers
Gallones Ice Cream Parlours
Pepe’s Piri Piri www.pepes.co.uk
Central Foods
Peri Peri Original
Maple Court, Ash Lane Collingtree Northampton NN4 0NB
www.periperioriginal.co.uk
T: 01604 858 522 E: info@centralfoods.co.uk W: www.centralfoods.co.uk
www.gelatouniversity.com/uk Carpigiani House Coldnose Rd Rotherwas Industrial Estate Hereford, HR2 6JL janethompson@carpigiani.co.jp 01432 346 018
Uniforms United Workwear www.unitedworkwear.com The United Collection Ltd 80A Ashfield Street London, E1 2BJ info@unitedcollection.co.uk 0207 780 1746
T & T Embroidery Solutions Ltd www.allembroiderysolutions.com 98 Morley Drive, Ely Cambridgeshire tandtembroiderysolutions@gmail.com 07783 628397
Simon Jersey www.simonjersey.com Altham Accrington Lancashire, BB5 5YE sales@simonjersey.com 0370 4609 047
Best Workwear www.bestworkwear.co.uk FRS Countrywear Limited Unit 1 Building 6 Stanmore Ind. Est. Bridgnorth Shropshire, WV15 5HP sales@bestworkwear.co.uk 08454 65 66 65
Utilities 107 Berrows Business Centre, Bath Street, Hereford, HR1 2HE
T: 01432 378690
www.pitapituk.com
Pizza Time www.pizzatime.co.uk
Quiznos Booker Limited www.booker.co.uk Irthlingborough Road, Wellingborough, Northants, NN8 1LT 01933 371000
www.quiznossub.co.uk
Sam’s Chicken www.samschicken.com
Subway www,subway.com
Costco (Head Office) National locations www.costco.co.uk Hartspring Lane, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 8JS 01923 213113
Khanjra International Foods Ltd www.khanjra.co.uk Greenbank Business Park, Blakewater Road, Blackburn, Lancs, BB1 3HU 01254 676793
Parfetts (Head Office) www.parfetts.co.uk Didsbury Road, Stockport, SK4 2JP 0161 429 0429
Franchise Opportunities Banger Bros www.bangerbros.co.uk
Chicken Cottage www.chickencottage.com
Chop & Wok www.chopandwok.co.uk
Chopstix support@franchising.com
Chozen Noodle www.chozen.co.uk
Utility Helpline
Pita Pit UK
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Waffle Delight www.waffledelight.co.uk
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Doner Kebab German Doner Kebab www.donerkebab.net
Empire Dogs
E: brian@utilityhelpline.co.uk
www.empiredogs.co.uk
W: www.utilityhelpline.co.uk
Flamin’ Chicken
TRADE DIRECTORY
info@theflaminchicken.com
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