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Building Trust with Smarter Allergen Management

Every 40 minutes, there is a UK hospitalisation due a food allergy. Behind that statistic are real people – customers who place their trust in hospitality venues to not just serve great food, but to keep them safe.  That responsibility has never been more pressing.  Food allergies are on the rise, expectations are shifting, and … Continued

How the April 2025 UK Budget is hitting hospitality and how to take control

It’s been a few weeks since the UK’s April 2025 Budget was announced, and the impact is starting to bite. For many in hospitality, rising costs are forcing tough decisions, from price increases to operational cutbacks. The dust is settling, and the focus is shifting to: how do we respond in a way that protects … Continued

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Allergy Awareness Month: Serving trust, not just food

Allergen management is a critical trust issue across the hospitality industry. Our Head of Regulatory Affairs, Frankie Douglas, shared with The Staff Canteen why transparency, technology, and team training are key to keeping guests safe. The food and the service always take centre stage in hospitality, but it’s trust that forms the foundation of everything, … Continued

Driving Sustainable Change in Hospitality – A Leader’s Webinar

The hospitality industry is under increasing pressure to become more sustainable – and not just for the sake of the planet, but to remain relevant, attract talent and meet evolving guest expectations. While the commitment is clear, the path forward isn’t always a straight one. Success lies in aligning sustainability with business goals and making … Continued

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WINNING TACTICS TO INCREASE PROFITABILITY AND CREATE MEMORABLE GUEST EXPERIENCES

The hospitality industry has demonstrated remarkable resilience in recent years, overcoming challenges and adapting to a rapidly evolving landscape. As we look to the rest of the year, we took the opportunity to discuss and gather insights from a group of industry leaders to explore the emerging challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. What was … Continued

ALLERGY ADVICE – PEANUT CONTAMINATION OF GARLIC POWDER

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has been notified by a small number of UK businesses in February 2025 that peanut and/or peanuty protein has been detected in garlic powder imported from China. The FSA is working closely with Food Standards Scotland (FSS) on this issue. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) have also announced … Continued

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PLANET PEACH: A REFLECTION OF THE DAY

Planet Peach: The Sustainability Summit brought hospitality leaders together to discuss why sustainability is not just the right thing to do, it also makes business sense.  As proud founding partners of the summit, alongside Peach 20/20, Fleet Street and Zero Carbon Forum, we were excited to be part of this important gathering, which took place on … Continued

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NUTRITICS EMPOWERS HEALTHY, SUSTAINABLE EATING FOR THE NHS

The NHS has taken a significant step towards improving sustainability and nutrition across their trusts with the creation of a comprehensive recipe database. Through the use of Nutritics’ recipe and menu management system and Foodprint, our carbon footprint scoring system, this innovative platform is transforming food service across NHS trusts. By offering a centralised, easy … Continued

BREAKING BARRIERS: CLAIRE CHALMERS ON LEADERSHIP AND EMPOWERING WOMEN

To celebrate International Women’s Day, we sat down with Claire Chalmers, Chief Revenue Officer at Nutritics, to discuss her journey as a female leader in a traditionally male-dominated industry. We sat down with Claire to discuss leadership, confidence, and work-life balance – from overcoming challenges to the power of mentorship. WHAT CHALLENGES HAVE YOU FACED … Continued

WHAT BUSINESS LEADERS REALLY THINK ABOUT SUSTAINABILITY

Sustainability has become a non-negotiable part of running a business. Today’s leaders see it as much more than an environmental obligation, driving growth, brand trust and employee satisfaction. From shaping operations to inspiring consumer loyalty, sustainability is now influencing decisions at every level. More than four in five (84%) leaders think measurement and company-wide KPIs … Continued