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Ground Up Cookery School: A Journey of Foraging and Sustainable Learning

Ground Up Cookery School: A Journey of Foraging and Sustainable Learning
18th October 2024

At Essential Cuisine, we believe that constant learning, inspiration and sustainable practises are vital to staying ahead in the ever-evolving foodservice industry. This week, our team had the privilege of attending an educational trip hosted by the talented Colin Wheeler-James at Ground Up Cookery School - a day that not only inspired our sales team but further cemented our working relationships.

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New National Chef of the Year is unveiled in front of industry elite

New National Chef of the Year is unveiled in front of industry elite
9th October 2024

Last night, under the watchful eyes of some of the biggest names in hospitality, the Craft Guild of Chefs revealed that Orry Shand from Entier Ltd is the new National Chef of the Year, a culinary title that’s often regarded as the toughest to win in the UK.

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10 talented chefs unveiled as ‘ones to watch’ for National Chef of the Year

10 talented chefs unveiled as ‘ones to watch’ for National Chef of the Year
30th July 2024

The champagne corks have been popping as ten chefs received the incredible news that they have made the Craft Guild of Chefs National Chef of the Year final. Chefs made this discovery after receiving a bottle of Champagne Collet courtesy of Hallgarten & Novum Wines.

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Essential Cuisine and Lumina welcome NCOTY top 3 to Liverpool!

Essential Cuisine and Lumina welcome NCOTY top 3 to Liverpool!
3rd May 2024

Liverpool, renowned for its vibrant culture and rich history, this week played host to an extraordinary culinary adventure organised by Essential Cuisine, part of the Solina Group and Lumina. This exclusive trip brought together the top three from the 2023 National Chef of the Year competition, for an unforgettable exploration of Liverpool's gastronomic delights.

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