It wasn’t the Budget that the hospitality industry was hoping for as the Chancellor failed to offer any significant support in his ‘Budget for Growth’ on Wednesday.While he did unveil measures to...

Sustainability performance and carbon reduction is no longer a box ticking exercise, in any catering sector. From large contract caterers, restaurant chains and cost sector organisations, to...

The Winter World Cup has started and with the festive season approaching, venues and their suppliers can expect a much-needed boost in winter sales this year. Even with the uncertainty of the energy...

The cost of living crisis is impacting almost all industries, and the hospitality industry is no exception. Soaring energy prices, the increased costs of supplies, rising wages, and reduced spending...

One of the biggest topics in foodservice last year was Natasha’s Law, the biggest change in food allergy regulations in years. From labelling and packaging providers, to compliance partners and...

If you weren’t already aware, new government legislation comes into force on April 6, placing additional responsibilities on eligible caterers, food manufacturers and producers around labelling. The...

With the month of Veganuary well underway and the huge amount of media attention surrounding the recently held COP26 climate change conference, it has got me thinking about the growing trend for...

Everyone loves a good Christmas TV advert and the warm fuzzy feeling they bring. Christmas ads, especially from big retailers in the food industry, have become somewhat of a highlight of Christmas...

I’ve always been a fan of clever marketing campaigns, particularly in food and drink. Having spent a career working in the industry, it’s always nice to see what ideas those with the biggest budgets...

As the famous phrase goes: ‘The only constant in life is change’. And my industry of marketing and PR is a continued demonstration of that point, more than many others. The age of social media and...

So, England’s participation may be over for another year. But there is still plenty of sport to get people excited this summer. And for pubs and restaurants still trying to make up for lost profits...

It seems you can’t open the pages of a trade magazine at the moment without reading about the rise of dark kitchens. The accelerated shift towards takeaway and click & collect service over the...

All of the focus this month in hospitality has rightly been on the return of outdoor dining. It’s been fantastic to see so many pubs, restaurants cafés and other venues finally able to open to...