Christmas is just around the corner and in a break with custom; our household is going with the three-bird roast this year. However, just to please the purists amongst our ranks, we have ensured that there will be turkey on the table come the 25th.
Not that those purists have a leg to stand on: Long before turkey became synonymous with our Christmas dinners, other birds such geese, capons and pheasants were the go-to bird of choice, though the rich often dined on peacocks and swans.
Alongside the roast centrepiece, we, as a nation, like to serve up pigs in blankets, a spoonful of roast potatoes and an array of vegetables. Some people even opt for a few Brussels sprouts…
But, what is the traditional Christmas meal away from the United Kingdom?
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Champagne beware, the English are taking over.
Tattinger, the renowned champagne house, has become the first French company to invest in British fizz after investing in a former Kent orchard. Together with UK-based wine merchants Hatch Mansfield and a handful of private investors, Taittinger has acquired the sixty-nine hectare plot near Chilham.
A collection of chardonnay, pinot noir and pinot meunier grapes will be planted in 2017, with the first bottles hopefully being ready by 2020.
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After ninety years, Cadbury’s have decided to radically adapt the composition of their Fruit & Nut bar.
Being British, the natural reaction was to jump immediately towards a default outrage setting and the topic quickly became a focal point of radio shows this morning and has received a fair amount of coverage in the mainstream press.
Launched in 1926 the bar’s recipe hasn’t changed much. But far from being bored with the same old combination of fruit, nut and chocolate, the British public at large has been content with that classic mix. Yet Cadbury’s have opted to add ‘variety’ to the bar.
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As one of leading manufacturers of commercial refrigeration equipment, Foster is well known for bringing new technologies and pioneering advancements to market.
Recently, Foster has unveiled another ‘Foster First’: The +stayclear condenser.
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Already added to their most popular G2 range of fridges, freezers and appliances, +stayclear is a revolutionary redesign of the conventional condenser, the crucial component that removes heat from the fridge and helps keep the unit within its prime operating temperature range.
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The shelf life of caviar is typically a couple of months, though a couple of varieties can be frozen and can be safely stored for up to a year.
Best practices indicate that all caviar should be consumed on the day of opening, but when some of it remains it is advisable to gently flatten the caviar, cover in a plastic wrap and store in a refrigerator surrounded by crushed ice at a temperature that is just above freezing.
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The upcoming festive period is one of the most profitable times of the year. Yes, there is the added stress of dealing with an influx of customers and seasonal menus but it’s a challenge that we all relish!
And so with the seasonal spirit we’re running down some of the must-have items and decorations that you’ll need over the coming months.
But first, why not give your current equipment and appliances a quick test? As the proverb goes; “a stitch in time saves nine” and determining any issues ahead of time will save you a lot of hassle and frustration further on down the line.
Anyway, sit back, relax and let us take some of the stress out of getting prepared for the Christmas rush.
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Originally known as the “Society for the Development of Infra-Red”, Roller Grill International is one of the largest European manufacturers of commercial catering equipment.
The company, based in Bonneval, Eure-et-Loir, France, has a global presence. Known for their exceptional crepe machines, panini grills and heated displays, Roller Grill are also an established brand in the realm of convection ovens.
With a keen eye for design and a commitment to quality, Roller Grill’s range of convection ovens are suitable for a wide range of locations, but are especially favoured by convenience stores, delis and small scale bakeries.
For today’s blog post we’re going to look at two of their most popular convection ovens, the FC60 and the FC110E.
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Designed in Italy but manufactured in England, the Q90 range of catering equipment marries together two contrasting philosophies to create one outstanding collection.
Styled as a ‘catering range unlike any other’, the Q90 series features everything that a commercial kitchen could need, such as high-capacity boiling kettles through to powerful, heavy duty gas and electric oven ranges.
So what makes it stand out from the crowd?
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We’ve launched a brand new range of everyday catering essentials. This collection of products features everything that a commercial kitchen, bar, restaurant, canteen or caterer will need on a day-to-day basis.
All of the items are listed on our website in the Everyday Essentials category, and we will have a comprehensive catalogue that will be available to order and download in the coming days.
Neatly organised into sections, our janitorial range contains cleaning chemicals for kitchen floors, right through to refuse sacks, disposable paper coffee, plates and crockery, and a whole lot more.
So whether you want to keep your premises and equipment spick and span, cater for the ‘on the go’ market or ensure that you meet required health and safety standards, you’ll find all the items you need in our Everyday Essential range at a fantastic price.
There were plenty of moments when I thought about diving behind the sofa last night during The Great British Bake Off, but nothing terrified us more than when Alvin and Ugne had some rather messy moments when making their ice cream.
Jam inside ice cream and toxic coloured desserts? It’ll never catch on.
I screamed. Did you scream?
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Damien Wilde