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Introducing our NEW sector support hub

Introducing our NEW sector support hub
28th May 2021

With chefs at our heart, we understand that every working kitchen has different requirements depending on its industry. That’s why we have made it our priority to save you time, by gathering only the most relevant information and resources for you and your brigade in an easy-to-use sectorised dashboard.

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Deliver Authentic Flavours from Asia - Essential Cuisine’s Asian Range

Deliver Authentic Flavours from Asia - Essential Cuisine’s Asian Range
28th May 2021

In 2015 Chinese cuisine was soaring across the UK, contributing to Asian food being the fastest growing cuisine with a market value of almost £3 billion*. Fast forward to 2019 where Thai and Japanese chains took the limelight in the casual dining sector. Since, Thai chains have made a 123% leap, while the number of Japanese sites climbed by 44%. Both increases have been driven by the expansion of brands such as Giggling Squid, Rosa’s Thai, Shoryu and Yo! Sushi, as well as smaller groups.

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Recipes to 'Turn Up The Heat' this summer

Recipes to 'Turn Up The Heat' this summer
25th May 2021

As our ‘Turn Up The Heat’ competition comes to a close on 31st May, we wanted to inspire your entries with a range of dishes suited to the warmer weather. With people opting for staycations over trips abroad, we have focused on global flavours, giving a real sense of adventure! From authentic Asian flavours to dishes you’d find in an American diner; our development chefs have combined their favourite recipes to help you ‘Turn Up The Heat’…

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British Tomato Fortnight – Recipes to inspire

British Tomato Fortnight – Recipes to inspire
24th May 2021

Established in 1997, the British Tomato Growers’ Association champions the British tomato and represents commercial growers in the UK. Led by a board of directors with representatives from across the industry, their work raises awareness of Britain’s tasty tomatoes and showcases the fruit in all its glory!

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