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July 2015: Issue 43
A question of age
New research released recently by Barclays shows that the over 65s added £37 billion to the UK economy through spending in the Hospitality & Leisure sector in the last year.
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Perfect Prosecco
Prosecco producers are on a mission to spread the word globally that this delightful bubbly beverage from north east Italy is far more complex and varied than many realise.
Read article »June 2015: Issue 42
Cider - Celebrating diversity
Cider is worth £1.7 billion in the on trade (CGA Brand Index 2014). However, in spite of the fact that the overall cider market has started to plateau, cider is still attracting a lot of attention.
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All hail the burger
Consumers can’t get enough of burgers and establishments specialising in premium quality burgers are becoming commonplace.
Read article »May 2015: Issue 41
Is it coeliac disease
Coeliac disease, an autoimmune condition caused by an intolerance to gluten, affects 1 in 100 people in the UK.
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Beers and Lagers
While trusted beer brands remain popular, craft beer is on the rise as drinkers seek new tastes and experiences.
Read article »April 2015: Issue 40
Coffee culture
Coffee shops – whether branded or independent – are an integral part of the high street with recent research showing that 18% of people visit a coffee shop more than once a week.
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The nation’s favourite: Fish and Chips
The times may be changing in the out-of-home food arena, however fish and chips remains the number one takeaway.
Read article »March 2015: Issue 39
Its all about the tea
Tea sales in the out-of-home coffee shop market are estimated at £300 million, according to a new report on tea drinking by Allegra World Coffee Portal.
Read article »March 2015: Issue 39
Don’t put all your eggs in one basket
The Easter period is arguably one of the most indulgent times of year; sales of chocolate increase significantly, family and friends take advantage of the long weekend to spend time together enjoying great food and drink.
Read article »February 2015: Issue 38
Allergen Update
If you prepare and serve food for customers to eat straight away the new regulations stipulate that you have to be able to provide your customer with information about the EU Top 14 allergens if they ask for it.
Read article »February 2015: Issue 38
Cheers to Chips
Chip Week, a long-established annual promotional week run by the Potato Council, provides a great opportunity for chip shops, pubs, restaurants and other catering establishments to promote their chips and increase revenue.
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Mental Health
Christmas may be heralded as a time for customers to be jolly and let their hair down, but the extra pressure on hospitality workers can take its toll. This year has witnessed an unprecedented amount of media attention being given to mental health. Read more >
Cocktails
Back in the day, the availability of cocktails out of home was very much limited to eponymous bars where your drinks were served by expert mixologists with a flair for spinning and twirling bottles as they created their offer. Read more >
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