Swiss ice cream brand Mövenpick has taken inspiration from the cuisine of Oceania and added a new flavour to its gourmet range - Macadamia Dulce de Leche.
Catering equipment manufacturer Zwilling J.A. Henckels has launched the TruClad range of pans which have been designed specifically for use with induction hobs.
France-based chocolate maker Valrhona has launched a professionals-only TV channel with a set of programmes aimed at educating pastry chefs and chocolate makers with tips, interviews and recipes.
With the Government looking at the further tightening of restrictions around the employment of non-EU chefs at restaurants in the UK, the pressure is on Asian restaurants to sort out staffing for the future.
HotelSwaps, an innovative staff retention and incentive programme, has been set up to help UK hoteliers tackle the problem of unused rooms by swapping them with others for employee rewards and training purposes.
Specialty cheese importer Futura Foods has made its Yamas! range of Greek specialty cheeses available to restaurants and foodservice buyers for the first time.
Premium crisps brand Burts Chips has unveiled a new look for its range of hand-cooked crisps which are available to foodservice businesses across the UK.
Scandanavian warewashing machine supplier Wexiödisk has turned its focus to the UK market for the launch on the new WD-6 Duplus machine which utilises just one litre of water per cycle – up to four times more than other leading models.
While publicans might not be faced with as baffling a list of acronyms as hoteliers or as driven by fashion as some restaurateurs, our handy A-Z glossary of key industry terms and trends is a must-read for those looking to make a few pounds from a few...
Electric fryers manufacturer FriFri has launched the FriFri Vortech, a new 97 per cent energy efficient gas fryer, offering what the company claims to be ‘an unprecedented fuel economy and green credentials.
Coffee supplier Cherizena is launching a new cider apple-flavoured coffee next month for drinks menus in restaurants, pubs, hotels and cafés across the UK.
Meat and poultry supplier Gilbert’s Foods has launched two new stuffed lamb shoulder dishes for the foodservice sector in time for Mother’s Day and Easter menus.
Tableware specialist Dudson has worked with Craster to add three wooden plinths to its Modus range to improve flexibility for a range of occasions such as event catering and buffets.
Frozen ready meal firm Classic Cuisine has expanded its range of vegetarian meals for 2013 and developed a number of new products to tap into the growing demand from consumers and hospitality businesses for meat-free options.
New mini sound sytem the Cocktail Audio X10 is being aimed at hotels, restaurants and pubs who want to play a variety of music to guests without having to dedicate too much space or time to the cause.
Software start-up Okurso has launched a web service which enables restaurants and pubs the chance to bring single people, business travellers and expats together for an event or meal out during periods of low trade.
In the third of our week of news stories featuring products launching at The Hospitality Show, we preview the debut of The Pastry Room and its new product - a frozen pastry crumb which creates an instant pastry with the addition of water.
Airwave Europe has chosen The Hospitality Show to introduce a mobile platform it will now be distributing in the UK which allows hotel guests to control everything in their bedroom and communicate with hotel staff using their smartphone.
In the first part of our week of product news stories featuring products set to launch next week at The Hospitality Show in Birmingham, we introduce readers to the Clifton Foodfuge, a centrifuge for chefs, which will launch later this month and will be...
P&G Professional, the away-from-home division of Proctor & Gamble has this week announced the introduction of Ariel Antibacterial laundry detergent to the Ariel and Lenor Professional range of laundry products for the hospitality industry.
Luxury Belgian chocolates supplier Pierre Ledent has unveiled a new range of heart-shaped chocolates for restaurants and hotels to capitalize on Valentine’s Day next month.
Premium mineral water brand Speyside Glenlivet has unveiled a new look and extended range as it announces Michelin-starred chef Tom Kitchin as its new ambassador.
Gilbert's Foods, a supplier of meat and poultry dishes to the foodservice sector, has launched a new Sweet Chilli Chicken dish in time for the Chinese New Year celebrations on 10 February.
Freeze dried coffee company Beanies has launched a range of flavoured coffees in 50g jars which it says are 'perfect' for the small cafe, bar or restaurant owner who wants to extend their hot beverage offering.
Artis has launched a range of Duralex tempered glassware products - from tumblers and cups to plates and ramekins - in the UK after it was appointed master distributor of the French brand.
German-based frozen bakery manufacturer and supplier Erlenbacher Backwaren has expanded its Backhits range of tray-baked cakes to include two new flavours.
Tork, a brand of Sweden-based tissue manufacturer SCA, has launched two training packs for caterers to download to help them train staff on important aspects of food hygiene.
Artisan ice cream maker Taywell has launched a unique range of Asian-inspired ice creams and sorbets, including Thai tea sorbet, vanilla Pandan and lemongrass and chilli flavours, which are now available to hospitality buyers.
Luxury handcrafted bed manufacturer Marshall & Stewart has introduced a range of three beds designed specifically for hotels to fit within hotelier's design budgets.
Yorkshire Tea claims to have come up with quicker and more convenient format of tea bag for busy caterers with the introduction of non-enveloped stringed and tagged tea bags.
Charcoal oven manufacturer INKA has revamped its range of ovens with a complete redesign, the addition of a number of new cooking features, and a move to UK manufacturing to improve lead time for customers.
Marketing agency Umi Digital has developed a special web package for independent hotel owners which is designed to help them increase their online presence and build more bookings through their own websites instead of through online travel agencies.
Tea manufacturer and distributor Tetley has launched a new compact boiler for caterers and hospitality businesses, ensuring boiling water is on hand throughout the day.
Soft drinks producer Feel Good Drinks has launched Feel Good Water, a blend of spring water, fruit juice B vitamins which it says is set to 'make a splash' in the water market in 2013.
MKN has introduced new technology into its HansDampf Compact and Junior model ovens which will enable chefs to do away with extraction hoods above ovens in their kitchens.
How can restaurants source good-quality bread? Is it sustainable for chefs to bake their own, what should you serve it with and is there money to be made from a freshly-baked loaf? Restaurant magazine posed just those questions for the latest issue.
A new app called iDon'tQ, which allows customers to make orders and pay without having to wait, is currently being trialled in selected cafes and pubs with the hope of cutting service time, increasing repeat business and ultimately generating more...
Two French entrepreneurs have combined Vietnamese agrictulture with French chocolate-making skills to create a new chocolate called Marou, which includes a variant specially created for use by chefs.
In-room entertainment systems supplier Quadriga has signed a distribution agreement with LobbyFriend – a private temporary social network for hotels, enabling them to communicate with guests during their stay.
Catering equipment supplier Nisbets has expanded its range of chef uniforms and has now exclusively introduced coloured uniforms courtesy of the new Colour by ChefWorks range.
Proof Drinks is introducing Swedish 'rock'n'roll attitude' lager Pistonhead to the UK on-trade market and is targeting venues which support live music.
Pipers Crisps has added a chorizo flavour to its range of artisan crisps using a specially-created chorizo made in a farmer and butcher's on-site charcuterie in Kirkby Malham, Yorkshire.
ChefTools, the exclusive UK distributor of the Pacojet, is now introducing the Kamado Joe indoor charcoal BBQ to the UK restaurant market for the first time.
