At Essential Cuisine, we’re always exploring the trends shaping modern menus and few formats continue to excite diners quite like small plates. Flexible, sociable and packed with flavour, small plates allow chefs to showcase creativity, encourage sharing and deliver globally inspired experiences with ease.
At Essential Cuisine, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword, it’s a core principle that guides every aspect of how we source, manufacture, package, and deliver our products. Since 2020, sustainability has been embedded deeply into our business model, driving meaningful changes that reduce environmental impact while supporting chefs and foodservice professionals across the UK and beyond.
As spring unfolds, so does an abundance of fresh, seasonal produce. From tender asparagus and sweet carrots to vibrant rhubarb and crisp peas, April is a time of renewal in the kitchen. At Essential Cuisine, we are passionate about helping chefs create seasonal menus that not only highlight these fresh ingredients but also deliver exceptional flavour and variety.
Did you know a staggering 1.3 million kebabs are sold in the UK every single day!* Gone are the days where kebabs are only consumed as a naughty treat, with chefs across the country breathing new life into this Middle Eastern dish using lean meats, seasonal vegetables and global seasonings.
