Article Archive - Catering information for pubs, restaurants, chefs & caterers

As provenance of food becomes ever more of an issue, you can't go wrong with English apples. In spite of adverse challenges in the past, the future looks bright for this tasty part of English heritage.

Seasonal workers'<br />employment rights

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Issue 7
May 2009

Seasonal workers' employment rights

Those who work in the tourism and catering industries have to remain mindful of seasonal fluctuations in business. One of the unique challenges for seasonal businesses is recruitment.

Frozen food:<br />exploding<br />the myths

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Issue 7
May 2009

Frozen food: exploding the myths

In today's economic climate we find ourselves increasingly looking at the bottom line and searching for ways to cut costs without compromising on quality or taste

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Issue 7
May 2009

Catering for Children

More and more families are regularly dining out, making catering for children a profitable priority for operators

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Issue 6
February 2009

Making the most of meat

In recent years we've experienced the fastest rate of food inflation since records began, and for caterers the impetus is now firmly on sourcing cost-effective ingredients.

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Issue 6
February 2009

Cardiff's Cuisine

If you thought that Welsh food was just about laver bread, lamb and leeks, it's time to think again.

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Issue 6
February 2009

Down on the Organic Farm

Organic farmer Peter Kindersley has long been a proponent of pesticide-free farming. Adam Baggs visited him on his organic farm in Berkshire.

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Issue 6
February 2009

Keep your business on track

The downturn in the general economy has reduced leisure spending by businesses as well as individuals. This may be the start of things to come

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Issue 5
November 2008

Wiltshire's wares

Wiltshire is as famous for exceptional food and drink as it is for its stunning countryside. Darryl W Bullock sampled the culinary delights of this West Country heaven for foodies

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Issue 5
November 2008

Catering for the online audience

We take a look at how best to establish your presence on the internet - even if you are a complete technophobe

Growing a business:<br />on profits and problem solving

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Issue 5
November 2008

Growing a business: on profits and problem solving

In the catering sector, just like any other business, there really are only two things that you can sell: a product or a service. Smart businesses sell both.