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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.

It aims to increase awareness and understanding of the provenance and heritage of peas, giving British consumers a reason to celebrate the little green nutritional wonders during harvesting time. Great British Pea Week was launched by the Yes Peas! campaign to recognise the industry-wide effort made by experts across the pea vining sector, which produces 2 billion portions of peas for the UK market and beyond each year.