Articles by Date : January 01 2009 - January 31 2009

Former Duchy Catering directors arrested
Three former directors of Leeds-based catering company Duchy Catering have been arrested under the Proceeds of Crime Act. more
(27 January 2009 14:21)

National Chip Week hunt for best UK chip shops
National Chip Week, organised by the Potato Council, runs on 9-15 February, giving operators an opportunity to promote chips and boost sales. more
(27 January 2009 12:58)

Admiral Taverns puts another 47 pubs on the market
Admiral Taverns has placed another 47 pubs on the market, taking its number of pubs for sale to 245. more
(27 January 2009 12:58)

Sanctum Soho hotel 'nothing to do with Iron Maiden', says Mark Fuller
Mark Fuller, the nightclub owner and restaurateur, has denied weekend reports that heavy metal band Iron Maiden are involved in his latest hotel.... more
(27 January 2009 12:34)

How to... sell Riesling
It's a grape associated with all the terrible German wine imagery that led to the country's vinous fall from grace. Yet, says Fiona Sims, Riesling.... more
(27 January 2009 11:48)

The operators making profits from wine sales
You wouldn't think it from the cursory way restaurant critics pass over most wine lists, but drink sales represent about 40% of average restaurant.... more
(27 January 2009 11:24)

Charita Jones - A minute on the clock
Charita Jones came to fame after her Brighton restaurant, Momma Cherri's Soul Food Shack, appeared on Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares in 2005. On.... more
(27 January 2009 10:52)

Pub beer sales see biggest fall since 1997
Pub beer sales fell nearly 10% in the last few months of 2008, underlining the plight of the struggling pub industry, according to new research. more
(27 January 2009 09:30)

Fishes in Burnham Market to close
Fishes in Burnham Market is to close after more than 35 years of operating as a restaurant. more
(27 January 2009 09:00)

Duchy Catering was in administration before sale to Graysons
Duchy Catering was placed into administration before its business and assets were acquired by contract caterer Graysons Restaurants earlier this.... more
(27 January 2009 08:30)

Whatley Manor’s Martin Burge talks to Caterersearch about winning a second Michelin star 
Newly anointed two-Michelin-starred chef, Martin Burge, talks exclusively to Emily Manson about the shock of receiving a second star and what it.... more
(26 January 2009 14:43)

Compass Group backs menu labelling scheme
Compass Group has thrown its weight behind the Food Standards Agency’s (FSA) scheme to introduce calorie labelling on menus. more
(26 January 2009 13:00)

Critic finds Bocca di Lupo a welcome addition to the restaurant scene
Jay Rayner finds modern Italian Bocca di Lupo in London “a very welcome new arrival”. more
(26 January 2009 12:06)

What’s on the Menu? 26/01/09
A round-up of the latest restaurant reviews including: The Independent, 24 January Tracey MacLeod visits Boundary, 2-4 Boundary Street, London E2;.... more
(26 January 2009 11:37)

Gordon Ramsay Holdings denies financial difficulties
Gordon Ramsay Holdings (GRH) has denied reports that it faces financial difficulties, after it was claimed the troubled Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS).... more
(26 January 2009 11:07)

Menuwatch: Bocca di Lupo
The latest Italian restaurant in London's Soho combines the simplicity of head chef Jacob Kenedy's Moro training with a cleverly structured menu..... more
(26 January 2009 10:55)

Mandarin Oriental sells stake in Macau hotel and other international hotel news
Essential news from around the world, including: Hilton hotels to franchise three hotels in French Polynesia; Park Hotel group to acquire hotels in.... more
(26 January 2009 10:36)

Ramsay faces £10m loan call-in - For more hospitality stories, see what the weekend papers say
A round-up of the weekend's news affecting the hospitality industry. News includes: Ramsay faces £10m loan call-in – and elevation as a Christian.... more
(26 January 2009 10:23)

Credit crunch scuppers Urban Turban expansion
Michelin-starred chef Vineet Bhatia has scrapped plans to expand his casual restaurant concept Urban Turban after being “hit by the credit crunch”. more
(26 January 2009 09:00)

Liverpool hoteliers enjoy “capital of culture status” boost
Liverpool’s tenure as the European Capital of Culture 2008 resulted in a record boost for hoteliers, with one million hotel beds sold and a total of.... more
(26 January 2009 08:00)

Scottish fish and chip shop named best in UK
The Anstruther Fish Bar in Fife has been named the 2008 Fish & Chip Shop of the Year. more
(26 January 2009 07:00)

Win a Friulinox blast chiller worth £2,125
Blast chillers aren't just for the biggest caterers. Here's a stylish piece of kit that would suit a small restaurant, café or fast food outlet. more
(26 January 2009 02:00)

Battered cod fillet giveaway from Young’s
To celebrate National Chip Week (915 February), Young's Seafood is giving away five cases of its Jumbo Battered Cod Fillets as part of its Young's.... more
(26 January 2009 01:03)

Free seaweed selections from Flavours of Spain
Flavours of Spain is offering five Buy It! readers the opportunity to add a variety of flavour, texture and colour combinations to their dishes with.... more
(26 January 2009 01:01)

Claim your free Mari-Base pots from Major International
The first 100 Buy It! readers to contact Major International will receive sample pots of its newly-launched Mari-Base range, including Tandoori,.... more
(26 January 2009 01:00)

Win Valentine desserts from Alveston Kitchens
Caterers can play Cupid for their customers this Valentine's Day with a selection of enticing desserts from Alveston Kitchens. more
(26 January 2009 00:59)

Apetito: Supplier Profile
Continuing our series looking behind the scenes at some of the major suppliers to the hospitality market, we catch up with Paul Freeston, chief.... more
(26 January 2009 00:42)

Hospitality Show 2009
Last week's Hospitality show at the NEC, Birmingham, featured products for all areas of a hospitality business, from the kitchen to guest and public.... more
(26 January 2009 00:41)

Versilift plate dispenser from Moffat
The Moffat Versilift plate dispenser features a stainless-steel base and top with tough outer panels made from Stelvetite. more
(26 January 2009 00:40)

Mareno Protagnoista 90 ovens and ranges from Dawson
The Protagonista 90 Series of gas and electric ovens and ranges from Mareno are designed to offer high efficiency, energy savings and safety. more
(26 January 2009 00:39)

iWave automated foodservice system from Maestrowave
The iWave Automated Foodservice Solution System is designed to deliver a menu with consistency and quality in a deskilled operation. more
(26 January 2009 00:38)

Bain marie version of Victor's Deli Topper display
A bain-marie version of the Victor Deli Topper display range has been introduced for the food-to-go market. more
(26 January 2009 00:37)

XLC Comenda washing system from Dawson
Caterers can tackle dirty plates, cutlery, glasses, cups, trays and cookware with the XLC Comenda integrated washing system. more
(26 January 2009 00:36)

UCG8 Lava Less Chargrill from Parry
The British-designed and manufactured UCG8 Lava Less Chargrill from Parry has a width of 800mm plus four powerful burners that are covered to prevent.... more
(26 January 2009 00:35)

Manitowoc Q-Model 400 Series of flake ice machines from Classeq
Caterers can use flake ice for displaying salads, fish and cold platters or simply to scoop into drinks. more
(26 January 2009 00:34)

600 series bulk-brew filter coffee machines from Melitta
Melitta's modular 600 Series bulk-brew filter coffee machine features porcelain-lined urns to avoid giving the coffee a metallic taste. more
(26 January 2009 00:33)

Refrigerated counters with toppings from Parry
A range of refrigerated counters with topping units from Parry are available in two-, three- or four-door models, have a three-year on-site warranty.... more
(26 January 2009 00:32)

Retro desserts from Brakes
As retro desserts continue to enjoy a renaissance, Brakes has added an Individual Lemon Meringue Pie to its frozen portfolio. more
(26 January 2009 00:31)

Hoppers alcohol-free brew from the Juice Brewery
Hoppers is an alcohol-free soft drink made with beer ingredients such as hops and malt and complemented with a hint of fruit. more
(26 January 2009 00:30)

Frozen meals and desserts for children from Annabel Karmel
Annabel Karmel has launched a range of four main dishes and two desserts for children. more
(26 January 2009 00:29)

Luxury Fairtrade teas from English Garden
Luxury Fairtrade-certified company English Garden offers a selection of traditional, speciality and infusion teas. more
(26 January 2009 00:28)

Herbal selection from Hambleden Herbs
Every chef knows the importance of herbs and spices for imparting flavours, colours and aromas to dishes. more
(26 January 2009 00:27)

Marinades and glaces from Major International
Caterers can quickly turn a classic roast chicken into a flame-roasted dish with Major's Liquid Seasoning Chargrill liquid marinade. more
(26 January 2009 00:26)

Fish of the world from 3G
Sustainably farmed Red Tilapia fillets (80-120g) from Jamaica have a mild, sweet taste and a firm white flesh and offer a suitable alternative to.... more
(26 January 2009 00:25)

Shin of beef and fine-cut bacon from Brakes
Brakes Slow Cooked Shin of Beef is marinated in olive oil, fresh thyme, sea salt and cracked black pepper. more
(26 January 2009 00:24)

Thick-cut chips from Farm Frites
Thick-cut golden Traditional Chips from Farm Frites have been developed especially for UK pubs and restaurants. more
(26 January 2009 00:23)

Jersey cream ice-cream from Tickety-Moo
Tickety-Moo ice-cream is made from creamy, sweet Jersey cows' milk and comes in six bold flavours. more
(26 January 2009 00:22)

Bigberry smoothies from Extreme Beverages
Bigberry 100% natural fruit smoothies are produced by a family team in Devon and come in three variants: Pineapple and Pear; Acai and Strawberry; and.... more
(26 January 2009 00:21)

Four pasta meals from Brakes
Four new pasta dishes have been added to Brakes' Italian portfolio, including a Salmon Pasta Bake made with salmon pieces, leaf spinach and penne.... more
(26 January 2009 00:20)

More chocolatey Highlights drinks from Cadbury
Cadbury has added an extra boost of chocolate to its Highlights low-calorie hot chocolate drink. more
(26 January 2009 00:19)