Grab & Go

Aviko announces it is closer to its 100% sustainable palm oil goal

11th Sep 2012 - 09:42

In February 2011, Aviko became the first chilled and frozen potato supplier to join the international Round Table on Sustainable Palm Oil scheme (RSPO). RSPO ensures that Aviko is buying its oil only from plantations that have been built without cutting down new rainforest, that respect local residents and employees, and that preserve the habitat of endangered species such as orangutans.

Love British Food 2012 looks to build on legacy of Olympics

10th Sep 2012 - 11:20

Following the Paralympic Games closing ceremony She said: “The big question this autumn is what will the legacy of the Olympics be?”

Express Cafes serves over 300,000 free breakfasts to hungry campers

10th Sep 2012 - 09:44

Those who bought camping tickets from authorised agents were offered a voucher for a breakfast bap and beer or soft drink on each morning of the three day festival.

First ever female UK chocolate master crowned

6th Sep 2012 - 14:29

Hinks will be the first ever female to represent the UK at the World Chocolate Masters Finals in 2013. She was crowned UK Chocolate Master after three days of competition, held at London Olympia’s Speciality & Fine Food Fair.

Ian Sarson, head of caterer Compass UK, faces Arena lunchtime grilling

6th Sep 2012 - 11:35

Taking his place opposite ITN anchor man Alastair Stewart, the food and support services industry leader will face challenging and probing questions from one of the UK’s most experienced and talent

Nomination deadline for Springboard Awards extended

6th Sep 2012 - 09:03

People wishing to enter the awards now have until 10th September 2012.

Hospitality Guild launching industry apprenticeship awards

5th Sep 2012 - 14:16

Suzy Jackson, executive director of the Hospitality Guild, said that without the commitment of businesses and their teams, apprenticeships simply could not be offered to those seeking to build thei

Lockhart Catering Equipment returns home to Wembley Stadium

3rd Sep 2012 - 16:01

Taking place on Wednesday 5th September from 10am to 4pm, courtesy of Lockhart Catering Equipment, the show will feature live cooking demonstrations, food samples and top tips from Michelin-starred chef Mark Sargeant. Visitors can also expect to see the latest gadgets from manufacturers such as Rational, Frima International, Winterhalter, Steelite International, Churchill China, Dudson, Gram, Falcon Foodservice, Lincat, Elia International, T&G Woodware and many more.

Study claims frozen food generates less CO2 than chilled

3rd Sep 2012 - 14:17

Assessing a range of carbon emissions - from post-harvest or slaughter to consumption by the consumer – researchers found that a frozen meal for a family of four produced 5% less CO2 than its ident

Travel caterer SSP to launch international restructuring in October

3rd Sep 2012 - 10:33

Chief executive Andrew Lynch said the changes, which will come into effect on October 1st, have been designed to ensure the company is “better placed to meet its key objectives of growing sales, im