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In an effort to reduce the impact of wasteful plastics on the environment there is a growing movement in the UK in which catering businesses are now replacing their plastic drink straws with biodegradable straws which break down over time. It is estimated that 8 billion plastic straws are discarded in Britain every year with a quarter of the straws used in London. Accordi...
Commercial Griddles Buyers Guide
A commercial griddle is normally comprised of a plate of rectangular metal heated by burners or elements underneath the plate, the shape of the griddle suited for the shallow frying of food types like eggs, bacon, pancakes and steak which require a large flat surface to cook evenly. This makes the commercial griddle and ideal catering appliance for breakfast and lunchtime service. Commercial griddles are manufactured in various con...
Even in a commercial setting, the microwave is one of the most useful appliances in the kitchen, they can fulfil numerous functions helping to reduce the workload on kitchen staff and other appliances saving you time. Unlike with domestic microwaves, commercial microwaves are much more powerful and durable as they have been built with components designed for consistent and long periods of use.
A commercial microwave has 3 main primary functions....
What is a Combi Oven?
Combinations ovens or combi ovens as they are known have been growing in popularity in professional kitchens in recent years, however, many establishments are still intimidated by their higher price tag and apparent complexity in their technology. Nonetheless in relation to the costs of a fine-dining or large foodservice kitchen’s overall equipment inventory, purchasing a combi oven is worth the initial cost. These, multi-function appliance...
A very popular concept in domestic kitchens, induction hobs are now being integrated more into commercial catering establishments as their popularity grows. The sudden increase in their use is down to a number of factors including the growing concern to save energy to save on costs and the environment. Another is down to manufacturers improving the quality
One of the most influential factors is the cost, A quick online search shows that the costs for induction hob m...
The commercial oven is one of if not the most important appliance in your commercial kitchen. However, deciding which oven is best for your kitchen can be tricky, our definitive guide to commercial ovens should help you in your buying process.
When considering which commercial oven to buy price is not always to determining factor, you should prioritise choosing the product which will meet your kitchen needs, not just save you money in the short term...
A commercial convection oven uses a stable and uniform temperature through the cooking cabinet regardless of the food’s positioning inside. Using fans, heat is distributed evenly through the oven, this reduces pre-heating time and cuts down cooking times. Unlike with commercial oven ranges the mass majority of convection ovens do not include gas or electric hobs on top.
Why you would choose a convection oven?
By distributed heat directly over the fo...
When planning to design and install a new commercial kitchen setup, there is the growing issue of tackling space restrictions. The limitations of available space will affect how you plan to create a working and efficient catering space. A commercial kitchen designed to consider ergonomics will be appreciated by both chefs and kitchen staff and so it is important to factor in not only space for all equipment but also space for the staff to move without being over cumbered. ...
In the UK, the coffee shop industry saw a market rise of 37%, from £2.4 billion in 2011 to £3.4 billion in 2016. After 18 years of considerable continued growth, the coffee shop market is one of the most successful in the UK economy and is set to outnumber pubs by 2030 as coffee shops become the new local. However, a lot of this growth is related to the increase in branded cafe chains such as Starbucks or Costa Coffee. While independent chains saw some growth competing w...
