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A Restaurant Creating Their Own Identity!
The Gojk serves up European fusion style in West London Parsley in Time helps shape identity of new restaurant and lounge After scoping out the landscape around the Old Brompton Road, Simeon Gojkovic decided he wanted to open an establishment with a little more sparkle and customer choice. So he set up the Gojk restaurant and lounge, a 64-cover premises that dishes out exciting European fusion food in its... -
HANCOCKS ROLL OUT NATIONWIDE CLICK AND COLLECT SERVICE
Hancocks Cash & Carry has rolled out the first nationwide ‘Click and Collect’ service. The service which began in the north of England, is up and running across 20 Hancocks Cash and Carry stores across the UK. Unrestricted by location, the service gives customers the ability to shop between different Hancocks stores. Customers then use the Hancocks website (www.hancocks.co.uk) to place their order before being able to collect it... -
2018 ‘MASERATI 100’ OPENS PUBLIC NOMINATIONS –
CELEBRATING BRITISH ENTREPRENEURIAL INNOVATORS Friday 9th March 2018 – To launch the 2018 ‘Maserati 100’, in association with the Sunday Times, which in its fourth year continues to recognise the valuable contribution Britain’s entrepreneurs are making to the economy, Maserati has this year opened nominations up to the general public. Maserati is inviting individuals to put forward entrepreneurs they believe should be considered for the prestigious list, and who embody the essence... -
The Darwin £10 note is almost extinct – Are you ready?
The Bank of England will withdraw legal tender status of the paper £10 note featuring Charles Darwin at 23:59 on Thursday 1 March 2018. With 6 weeks to go, all businesses that handle cash need to plan and prepare for the change. After 1 March 2018, businesses and the public no longer have to accept the Darwin £10 note as payment or in change and the new polymer note... -
Asian Catering Federation welcomes ‘takeaway tax.’
Announces Tiffin Club with reusable containers Yawar Khan, the Chairman of the Asian Catering Federation (ACF), which represent the interests of 35,000 restaurants and takeaways in the UK, has given a guarded welcome to Chancellor Phillip Hammond’s proposal to introduce a levy on single use plastic packaging. On Wednesday, the Chancellor is expected initiate a debate into the issue which Greenpeace has deemed “a global emergency”. However, Khan is... -
BCA Best Chef & Restaurant of the Year 2017 Announced at Its 12th Annual Award: Regional Winners
On the 19 November 2017, Bangladesh Caterers Association (BCA) announced winners of its Chef of the Year Awards; recognising eleven outstanding and talented Chefs. Alongside its Restaurant of the Year Awards; where eleven mighty UK regional winners, were chosen from hundreds of out-standing entrants. This prestigious Awards event was held at the Park Plaza Hotel Westminster and this year’s theme is – BCA: Sourcing Britain’s Love for Curry Since... -
British Takeaway Campaign responds to the Budget
The British Takeaway Campaign, an umbrella group representing those involved in the supply and preparation of the nation’s favourite foods, commented on the Budget. Ibrahim Dogus, Chair of the British Takeaway Campaign, said: “It is good to see the Chancellor has heeded the BTC’s calls to reduce the burden of business rates on the mainly small firms that make up the UK’s diverse takeaway sector. We welcome the decision to... -
THE IRISH CURRY AWARDS CROWNS IRELAND’S
TOP INDIAN RESTAURANTS, CHEFS AND TAKEAWAYS The Irish Curry Awards, in association with Cobra Beer, UTIS Holdings and BJ Productions, took place this year at the Crowne Plaza, Shaw’s Bridge, on Tuesday 24 October 2017, and celebrated the best restaurants and curries on the island of Ireland, for a second year. An estimated 700 curry houses operate successfully between Ballyferriter in Kerry and Ballycastle in Antrim. These awards were... -
Keeping Ice Clean This Christmas
Hubbard Systems offers advice on ice hygiene for the festive season Christmas puts pressure on staff, but when it comes to ice for all those Christmas cocktails they need to keep cleanliness in mind; especially with media scare stories highlighting the problem of dirty ice. Ice is a food and looking after it hygienically is a food safety issue. However, the ice experts at Hubbard Systems, UK distributor for... -
Small Businesses In The UK Worth An Average of £90,000 – Map
Is your business losing value?? LONDON, UK – Thursday 9 November 2017 – The average UK small business is worth £90,000 in 2017 – down £4,000 on 2016 – according to research by online business transfer agent Bizdaq. – UK small business values dropping – the average value of a small business has fallen from £94,000 in 2016 to £90,000 in 2017 – South outperforms North – small businesses... -
Asian Curry Awards 2017 winners
Restaurant Owners and their families, Industry Stakeholders and VIP guests attended a glittering gala dinner at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London on Sunday 12th November, to honour the winners of the 7th Asian Curry Awards, organised by the Asian Catering Federation. The awards were co presented by BBC Master Chef’s Greg Wallace and BBC and former Sky TV news anchor Samantha Simmons. Michelin-starred Benares’ Atul Kochhar was named Chef of the Year. Another Michelin-starred establishment, Quilon scooped the... -
Greg Wallace and Samantha Simmonds to host Asian Curry Awards 2017
The Asian Catering Federation has announced that BBC MasterChef presenter Greg Wallace and TV news anchor Samantha Simmonds will co host its Asian Curry Curry Awards 2017, at the Grosvenor House Hotel in Mayfair on Sunday 12th November. Samantha has been a popular guest at the awards over the years. This will be Greg’s first appearance. A former greengrocer, Wallace built up a business with a £7.5 million turnover,... -
Nominate your Town “Capital of Christmas”.
As a business play a part in your local community and get involved nominate your local town to become #CapitalofChristmas 2017! Have your own event or event take part in other community events and join in on the festive season! The search has begun for the ‘Capital of Christmas’, with a campaign to find the UK’s most festive town or village. Launched by www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk, the biggest website for family days... -
Don’t miss out on Apprenticeship Levy benefits
Global talent acquisition and management specialist, Alexander Mann Solutions, has asked employers to proactively consider how the Apprenticeship Levy could benefit their businesses. The suggestion comes after West London College published data suggesting that just over a third (37%) of eligible firms fully understand the initiative, with 80% of respondents believing that businesses must be better engaged in using the Levy. The findings support Alexander Mann Solutions’ own research in this area.... -
Asian Curry Awards 2017 finalists revealed
Over 100,000 of the nation’s curry lovers have voted for their favourite restaurants to determine the shortlist of this year’s Asian Curry Awards – the UK’s only pan-Asian culinary accolades. A team of judges, led by Pat Chapman, editor of the Cobra Good Curry Guide, are now touring the country to determine this year’s winners. The top restaurants will be revealed at a glittering awards ceremony at the Grosvenor House... -
ALL IRELAND CURRY AWARDS SET
TO INCREASE THE HEAT FOR A SECOND YEAR Following the huge success of last year’s Irish Curry Awards, the hottest and most exciting food competition on the island, is set to return this October. Taking place on Tuesday 24th October, the Irish Curry Awards will gather with a panel of expert judges to find the best of the curry houses across the island. Belfast-based restaurateur Ali Askir introduced the... -
Bangladesh Caterers Association Announces This Year’s Search For Britain’s Best ‘Curry House’ and ‘Chef of the Year’
On 4 October, 2017 at the Palace of Westminster, Grimond Room in Portcullis House Dr. Rupa Huq, MP hosted the Bangladesh Caterers Association (BCA), who will announced this year’s exciting search to find Britain’s best ‘Curry House’ and ‘Chef of the Year’. The winners will be announced at a special star-studded event on 19 November at the Park Plaza, Westminster Bridge, London. These Awards are now in its 12th... -
Mobile ordering platform launched by award-winning Indian restaurant chain: Akbar’s
Since it opened the doors of its first branch in 1995, Akbar’s has been a venue driven by the determination of its owner Shabir Hussain. His drive to be the best led him to launch the Indian restaurant chain’s own online and mobile ordering platform, powered by Preoday. The Akbar’s app is available for download on the Google Play and App Store now. The restaurant, named “Brand of the Year 2017” at the Asian Food &... -
Chefs to show off Japanese culinary skills at The Restaurant Show
Two of the UK’s leading chefs will put their Japanese culinary skills on display at The Restaurant Show this October. The chefs will join Japanese and Asian food supplier, SushiSushi at stand UP60 at The Restaurant Show at London Olympia (October 2-4). Cooking live at the stand on day one of the show is Liam Watton, head chef at House of the Rising Sun in Shrewsbury, followed by Jon... -
7 reasons why you should attend The Takeaway Innovations Expo!
The Takeaway & Restaurant Innovation Show is right around the corner, and tickets are still completely free if you register in advance at the website. GET YOUR FREE TICKET This year’s event on the 26 & 27 September at the ExCeL, London is set to be the biggest and best one yet. We could give you an endless list as to why you should be there, but we’ve picked... -
Asian Restaurant Awards To Take Place in Manchester
Asian Restaurant Awards organised by the Asian Catering Federation (ACF) a joint initiative of the Federation of Bangladeshi Caterers UK, the Chinese Takeaway Association UK and the Malaysian Restaurant Association announces a Manchester venue for their glittering ceremony. Asian foodies can nominate their favourite restaurants and takeaways in the first Asian Restaurant Awards, which will be held at the Manchester Hilton, on Monday 12th February 2018. The awards are... -
International Sushi Day takes place on Sunday June 18th 2017
Last year was the launch to search and find Great British Sushi, which resulted in delights such as Deep Fried Haggis Onigiri and Cream Tea Sushi Scones. This year, as the Brexit process begins, Yutaka is challenging people throughout the UK and Europe to create sushi that reflects the EU. We have kick-started things with five European favourites that have been given a Japanese twist: • German Bratwurst Nigiri... -
Enrich and finish your sauces for up to 50% less by switching from butter to MEADOWLAND Professional*
Meadowland Professional performs just like butter in finishing applications*, because it’s made with a blend of buttermilk and vegetable oils. Whether it’s Dal Makhani or Tikka Masala, Meadowland Professional is ideal for enriching and finishing a wide range of Asian sauces and will give your dishes the same great buttery taste* – for up to 50% less! You can try before you buy too, with a FREE 10 x 250g... -
MOBILE CATERERS… FESTIVAL SEASON IS ONLY AROUND THE CORNER
-With festival season approaching, Lolly offers the essential mobile catering start-up check list- The Association of Independent Music Festivals has previously cited that: “Each visitor spent more than £466 on average at independent music festivals in 2015 (including the ticket price). It’s a fact, festival goers are spending more money on food and drink, and festival catering has transformed beyond recognition over the years. The final result is a... -
Have you got the Chef Factor? #XFactor Can your business #Win the #Competition?
Just Eat launches search for singing restaurant staff to star in The X Factor adverts Nine local restaurants available on Just Eat will win nationwide exposure on ITV Just Eat, proud new sponsors of The X Factor, is calling on takeaway restaurants across the country to showcase their hidden superstars. The company, a leading global marketplace for online food delivery, is giving chefs and delivery drivers from restaurants on... -
What are you doing for London Food Month?
London Food Month The annual, month-long festival will celebrate the city’s diverse and influential food scene this June This exciting event is certainly one for every foodie’s calendar. London Evening Standard Food Month, as the name suggests, will be a month-long, city-wide festival celebrating the capital’s diverse and influential food scene, and plans to encompass every corner of the capital. The dynamic festival will bring together the best of London’s culinary scene. From... -
TAKE THE EAST END CHALLENGE!
Where do you purchase the spices you use in your restaurant? As we all know ingredients that lack a consistent flavour can lead to essentially spoiling a dish. Quality should therefore be at the top of our priority to ensure that we are continuing to satisfy our customers. East End Foods are well known for their consistency, which is synonymous the quality they demand. As the leading suppliers of Asian food in the UK and European market for nearly four decades, East End Foods... -
£100 CREDIT WHEN YOU SWITCH YOUR GAS SUPPLIER
AND – SAVE OVER 30% A YEAR ON YOUR GAS BILL * Find Out More According to a recent report, restaurants, takeaways, and other SMEs waste almost £2 billion a year by not switching their gas supplier. There are huge savings to be made by switching, but amazingly many businesses just haven’t got round to it. Does that describe your business? If it does, we’ve got good news. You’ll... -
One bad night’s sleep can lead to misbehaving at work, new research reveals
Just one bad night of sleep makes it more likely that employees who already displayed unwanted behaviour one day at work will display a similar type of behaviour the following day, according to a study at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (RSM). Once an employee engages in unwanted behaviour in the workplace, such as taking longer breaks than allowed, leaving early without permission, or even stealing, it might... -
Takeaway & Restaurant innovation Expo – 26th & 27th September 2017, ExCeL. London
We are dedicated to being the essential business tool to all Asian caters, offering industry news, interviews and advice from top chefs and restaurateurs, alongside boosting ideas from the world of food and drink. This year we are proud to be in partnership with Takeaway & Restaurant Innovation Expo which is THE event to help you boost profits, build your brand, grow your business, learn about the latest innovations... -
#Leeds International #Festival Launches this #weekend
#leedsinternationalfestival Leeds International Festival hits the city this weekend and is already promising to make its mark. This new, ambitious and exciting cultural festival, celebrating the international appeal of Leeds’ rich and vibrant portfolio, sees the city showcase its music, moving image and tech credentials. Leeds city centre will come to life over a nine-day period from Saturday 22nd April 22nd-Sunday 30th April, with 35 events and 327 speakers and acts.... -
#Liverpool Restaurants Need to Stock up on #Tea
Liverpool is officially the TEA DRINKING capital of the UK, #Nationalteaday on the 21 April 2017 Liverpool is officially the TEA DRINKING capital of the UK, according to a new study. Researchers took an in-depth look into the hot beverage habits of the nation and discovered the average Brit will consume a staggering 66,685 cups of tea – and 50,589 cups of coffee over their lifetime. But it was... -
Yutaka Sushi Valentine’s Treat for Two
Valentines Sushi Pizza for two: 2 Yutaka Nori Sheets 250g Yutaka Sushi rice 3 tblsp Yutaka Rice vinegar Yutaka Silken Tofu 2 tsp Yutaka Yuzu Yutaka Tamari soy sauce (to serve) 2 tblsp sugar 1 tsp salt Smoked Salmon Cucumber (optional) 2 red peppers Mayonnaise in a squeezy bottle (optional) Cornflour Yutaka Wasabi paste (to serve) For guacamole 2 large tomatoes 2 medium avocados Juice... -
#Win a box of each of the of Chai Xpress Flavours!
Give your customers a boost with the perfect tonic to lift them out of their winter slump: the exquisite range of spices teas from Chai Xpress. Try the ultimate mood enhancer in the range, Cardamom Tea, which is bursting with antioxidants and is known to relieve any congestion from those pesky winter colds. From revitalising Jasmine Green Tea to exotic Spiced Masala, the range of teas from Chai Xpress are... -
Viiking Ventures secures Booker and Makro distribution for Indian craft beer
Within days of appointing Ben Parmar, the former Cobra Channel Controller, as MD of Goa Premium Beerimporter Viiking Ventures UK, the company has announced that wholesalers Booker and Makro are to stock its craft beer. The gluten-free pilsner is being trialled in 650ml bottles and 500ml cans for three months – at Booker outlets in Acton, Brighton, Croydon, Dagenham, Nine Elms, St Pancras, Sidcup, Southend, Medway and Wimbledon... -
KINGFISHER BEER LAUNCHES NEW ASIAN CIDER INTO THE UK ON-TRADE
Kingfisher Beer Europe Ltd announces the launch of Peacock Cider, a new cider brand created specifically to pair with Asian food. The launch brings an opportunity for the UK’s 12,500 Asian restaurants to capitalise on the growing popularity of cider with UK consumers. Created in collaboration with cider experts Aspall, Peacock Cider is an easy drinking apple cider that has been designed to complement the vast flavours in Asian... -
How to Make 2017 a Successful Business Year, According to Top Accountants
Graham Purvis, Managing Director of UK200Group member firm Robson Laidler Accountants, said, “There is still much uncertainty around where Britain fits in the world following Brexit. Up until the High Court’s ruling that Brexit cannot begin without MPs’ backing, Theresa May was expected to trigger Article 50 before the end of March 2017, formerly starting the two-year exit programme. Although the Government is now set to appeal the decision... -
Visit the Great Hospitality Show Birmingham
Expand Your Visit See Two Shows! ONE ticket will give you FREE entry to the Great Hospitality Show, and the January Furniture Show. Not only will you get to see all that’s NEW in hospitality and catering, you will also get to see all that’s NEW in furniture and interior furnishings. The January Furniture Show Showtimes Sun 22 Jan: 9.30am – 6pm Mon 23 Jan: 9am – 6pm... -
#LEEDS NEW CHINESE IN TOWN MANS MARKET
Expect the unexpected… For several months, an exciting new restaurant venture set to launch in Leeds has been shrouded in mystery, with the minimal information drip-fed through social media platforms only adding to the enigma. However, as the saying goes – good things come to those who wait, and the wait is almost over. Mans Market opened for business on 7th November and promises to make you fall in... -
Alliance online!
Alliance Online is the UK’s premier independent supplier of wholesale catering equipment and disposables to the hospitality industry and public sector. The company delivers to sites up and down the country, and has branches as far north as Glasgow and as far south as Southampton. Alliance specialises in the sale and distribution of only the highest quality items, stocking respected brand names like Dudson, Steelite, and Huhtamaki, to name... -
A cast of excellence in the sign of “natural cooking”.
Cast iron is a material that retains heat better, it spreads slowly and distributes it in a perfectly homogeneous. Ideal for cooking foods such as meat, fish or vegetables in a short time, low-fat, is excellent partner of healthy and natural cuisine , in tune with the new trends in contemporary taste. By expert processing of the material by methods that combine the ancient tradition of craftsmanship and the innovative drive of... -
National Minimum Wage: How Does the Increase Affect You?
As the National Minimum Wage for young people in the UK has been increased by the government, the UK200Group warns SME business owners about the changes, what they mean for employers, and some of the most common mistakes made by business owners. The UK200Group is the UK’s leading membership association of independent quality-assured accountancy and law firms, and its member firms act as key business advisers to around 150,000... -
Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival Gets Shaking with Captivating Cocktails and Mesmerizing Bites
Lots to inspire you! The 8th annual CCB (Asia) Wine & Dine Festival will be staged at the Central Harbourfront event space from 27-30 October. As the opening event for Hong Kong Great November Feast – a whole month of wine events, street carnivals and gastronomic indulgence – in the Elite Dining Week, this year’s Wine & Dine Festival promises to provide visitors and residents with an unrivalled epicurean... -
The Migrant Business Show comes to the UK
The Great British Business Show has formed a partnership with London’s leading business event supporting Migrant Entrepreneurs. The Migrant Business Show will be taking place at Olympia London on Thursday 17 and Friday 18 November 2016. Over 25,000 businesses will soon congregate at London’s Olympia for one of Europe’s fastest growing business shows. The Great British Business Show will see over 350 exhibitors and feature 250 seminars with talks... -
The Takeaway & Restaurant Innovation Expo 2016
ORDER YOUR FREE ADVANCE TICKET NOW The countdown is well and truly on for Europe’s leading event for takeaway and restaurant owners. In just over a month’s time, on September 27th & 28th, ExCeL London will be opening its doors for the show’s fourth edition, and we would love to tell you a bit more about what to expect at this FREE, unique, and unmatchable exhibition… Firstly, in... -
#Win £200 of East End Food’s Stock for your business!
What could be better than the opportunity to receive £200 of free stock provided by East End Foods, spices, pulses, rices and lots lots more! To have the opportunity to enter simply email [email protected] or on social media! Businesses can enter the competition by Facebook, Twitter or Email Entrants can enter multiple businesses, using a separate entry for each one. Multiple entries by the same entrant for the same business will... -
MP event sees #businesses pledging to hire more employees with #disabilities
Diversity consultancy, The Clear Company, has hailed the success of a recent event hosted with Weaver Vale MP, Graham Evans, which saw more companies committing to become Disability Confident employers. The event brought together charities, leading disability experts and government officials in one place in order to better provide organisations with information on not only the business benefits of employing individuals with disabilities, but also what help is available... -
Asian Restaurant possibilities: Landmark London pub & theatre up for sale
Over the last couple of years so many iconic pubs have turned into Asian Restaurants could this distinguished location be the next! A rare opportunity to own a piece of history and a landmark of London culture has arisen with the Old Red Lion pub and theatre coming to market via Christie & Co.. Located in the heart of Angel, the Old Red Lion public house is a Grade... -
Vote Leave Result: What Can #SMEs Expect?
As part of its commitment to the small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) business community, the UK200Grouplaunched its Campaign for Clarity ahead of the EU referendum. The UK200Group asked its members and their clients to contribute their most important business questions to a document that was then submitted to Vote Leave. The answers were received on May 12 2016 and are documented in the report. The UK200Group, established in 1986,... -
The Curry Industry has lost one of it’s greatest advocates: Peter Grove
Restaurant industry pays tribute to “curry legend” Peter Grove The Indian restaurant sector has paid tribute to the sad news of the sudden death of Peter Gove, founder of National Curry Week and the Curry Tree charitable foundation. Peter suffered a fatal heart attack on 15th June whilst on holiday on Gran Canaria with his wife Colleen. He was 74. Born in Hornchurch, Essex in...
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