United Kingdom Food News

Andrew Mitchell, International Development Secretary, is today visiting Wolverhampton to taste fairtrade coffee from the city’s new pioneers of fair and ethical trading, Revolver World, ahead of Fairtrade Fortnight later this month.

UK drinks company Straight Up Drinks unveils its latest portfolio addition- Rotweisser, a unique herbal liqueur infused with Absinth (Artemesia Absinthium) originally drank by German Officers in World War 2. The liqueur has an ABV of 30%.

Flowcrete UK will be demonstrating its fresh approach to flooring within the food and drink industry at Foodex 2012.

The French Trade Commission UBIFRANCE in London will present 18 companies on the French Pavilion at Ecobuild — the world’s leading event for construction, sustainable design and the built-environment sector.

A catering supplies and equipment provider now has two engineers certified on the Water Industry Approved Plumber Scheme.

VEGEPOLYS competitiveness cluster, the organisers of the SIVAL trade show, and fresh-produce magazine Réussir Fruits et Légumes of France have launched a major Europe-wide competition with the goal of encouraging varietal innovation.

Giro, a wholesale food distributor has chosen Optrak’s vehicle routing software to plan more efficient delivery routes. The routing software will enable Giro to improve transport efficiency and customer service whilst reducing distribution costs.

YOUPIG, the international piglet pre-starter feed that is made in France by InVivo NSA, is moving further into the international arena.

The 10th Annual Innovation Forum gathers the world leaders in food research and development, food innovation, and new food product development to debate, and shape the future of the food industry.

ARIANE is a unique variety of apple that is resistant to apple scab, which enables growers to reduce the use of chemical products in the apple orchard by half.

Eden Springs, the leading UK supplier of water coolers and office beverage solutions, has launched a new interactive tool on their website to explore how the company are leading the industry in sustainability efforts.

British manufacturer Precision’s refrigeration products are now available from Technical Supplies & Services Company L.L.C. of Dubai.

The food and drink product awards for this year’s Taste of the West Awards have been launched this week at the Giving & Living Trade Show in Exeter.

On February 8th 2012 in Geneva, Economist Conferences are hosting Feeding the World, assembling the most respected names from agribusiness, policy, international agencies, science and the NGO community.

Retail experts combine offerings to improve the private label process

Local man Neil Wrigley has successfully worked his way up the ranks to become head chef at the Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar and Grill at DoubleTree by Hilton, Cadbury House in Congresbury.

Papa John’s Pizza Restaurants in St. Petersburg Hit Major Milestone Reaching One Million Pizzas Served

Toby Murray of Beechwood Fine Foods recently participated as a judge at the prestigious World Cheese Awards at the BBC Good Food Show.

Corks Out completes a great year with nominations for three national retailng awards - Online/Direct Mail Retailer of the Year, Champagne Retailer of the Year, and Spirit Retailer of the Year.

Sauces has already attained classic status as the essential guide in every good cook’s kitchen, praised for being the complete encyclopedia for every sauce, dressing, marinade and dip you could ever need.

Loved by celebrities and ‘civilians’ alike the premium diet delivery service, My Diet in a box, has been helping customers look and feel great since 2004. The company has re-launched with a fresh new brand, MY Food.

Andrew Mitchell, International Development Secretary, is today visiting Wolverhampton to taste fairtrade coffee from the city’s new pioneers of fair and ethical trading, Revolver World, ahead of Fairtrade Fortnight later this month.

An employee wellness program is an useful method to encourage health and wellness amongst the members of your staff.

Report Buyer, the online destination for business intelligence for major industry sectors, has added a new report.

UK drinks company Straight Up Drinks unveils its latest portfolio addition- Rotweisser, a unique herbal liqueur infused with Absinth (Artemesia Absinthium) originally drank by German Officers in World War 2. The liqueur has an ABV of 30%.

Good chocolate is a key ingredient of a great vacation. If you like chocolate, the Museu de la Xocolate in the La Ribera district of Barcelona, Spain will add to your vacation pleasure.

Flowcrete UK will be demonstrating its fresh approach to flooring within the food and drink industry at Foodex 2012.

Modern love, no matter how complicated, is really a classic tale. And Valentine’s Day is the most romantic day of a love story.

The French Trade Commission UBIFRANCE in London will present 18 companies on the French Pavilion at Ecobuild — the world’s leading event for construction, sustainable design and the built-environment sector.

Leading potato grower and potato product company Greenvale is out to grow its own young talent following official recognition of its site in the border town of Duns as a fully-fledged Modern Apprenticeship Centre.

Renowned Edinburgh restaurant, Amber, is offering an exclusive and special Valentine’s Day dining event.

Does chocolate cause acne? Is chocolate an aphrodisiac? Will chocolate raise my cholesterol levels? Does chocolate contain any nutrients?

Love is in the air! February 14th is fast approaching! Treat your loved one to a wonderful romantic Valentine weekend.

Wintech Taparia Ltd. is now an associate member of the Snack Food Association, USA. SFA is the oldest and the biggest global association for the snackfood industry.

Wintech Taparia Ltd., manufacturer of potato processing and snackfood machinery, today announced that Mr. Pramod Taparia, CEO will be attending the GULFOOD tradeshow at Dubai between February 19-22, 2012

Stanwell House, a boutique hotel located in Lymington on the southern edge of the New Forest National Park has created a great two night Easter break.

New and mouthwatering chocolate ideas to give to your loved one this Valentine's Day

Truro-based Skinner’s Brewery is targeting further growth with the appointment of a Devon sales representative, the first to be based outside Cornwall. She will use a ‘Bettymobile’ to exploit the company’s Betty Stogs brand.

A catering supplies and equipment provider now has two engineers certified on the Water Industry Approved Plumber Scheme.

Organic food company proves that anyone can create the perfect partnership and grab a slice of love on Valentine’s Day

VEGEPOLYS competitiveness cluster, the organisers of the SIVAL trade show, and fresh-produce magazine Réussir Fruits et Légumes of France have launched a major Europe-wide competition with the goal of encouraging varietal innovation.

Scrumptious Home Baking, a new recipe book full of tasty treats created by Dorset charity Diverse Abilities Plus, is the perfect gift for Mother’s Day and Easter this year.

Giro, a wholesale food distributor has chosen Optrak’s vehicle routing software to plan more efficient delivery routes. The routing software will enable Giro to improve transport efficiency and customer service whilst reducing distribution costs.

Green tea is a term used to refer to tea that is prepared using green tea leaves that have not been fermented, using the appropriate procedure. Green tea is a healthy and refreshing beverage that is usually taken after meals.

YOUPIG, the international piglet pre-starter feed that is made in France by InVivo NSA, is moving further into the international arena.

UK food and drink manufacturers can make significant productivity gains by using Apprenticeships to boost the skill levels of both existing staff and new recruits according to the National Skills Academy for Food & Drink.

Celebrity TV chef Mafiz Ali has concocted not just one, but TWO enchantingly romantic menus at Ayr Spice Indian Restaurant in Minishant, South Ayrshire to celebrate St Valentine‘s Day on Tuesday 14 February.

The 10th Annual Innovation Forum gathers the world leaders in food research and development, food innovation, and new food product development to debate, and shape the future of the food industry.

Traditional tales of love and devotion are set to get pulses racing at Bristol’s top Indian restaurant this Valentine’s Day.

Bakery skills specialist Tameside College, part of the National Skills Academy for Food & Drink’s dedicated bakery training network, is in celebration mood after bakery student Oliver Campbell scooped the BBC3 Young Baker of The Year Award.

For those familiar with Beverley’s Creative Cakes there’s a real treat in store, with her new sugarcraft school due to be officially opened in Redlynch next month.

Cute as a Cupcake has a delicious, yummy, unique way to say “Happy Valentine’s Day” with a beautiful selection of heart-designed cupcakes as a tasty solution.

ARIANE is a unique variety of apple that is resistant to apple scab, which enables growers to reduce the use of chemical products in the apple orchard by half.

Going Out UK (GOUK) is a national operation based in the North East with a selection of restaurants across the region and the UK. Diners can log-on and choose from a vast and varied range of cuisine and have bookings immediately confirmed.

Luxury Belgian Chocolate Bars with Praline Centre and Titanic Wrappers now available from RMSTitanic100

Eden Springs, the leading UK supplier of water coolers and office beverage solutions, has launched a new interactive tool on their website to explore how the company are leading the industry in sustainability efforts.

British manufacturer Precision’s refrigeration products are now available from Technical Supplies & Services Company L.L.C. of Dubai.

Takeaway noodles boxes and food pails, what are the benefits? We look at the new range of disposable food boxes from Event Supplies

People are always on the lookout for easy ways to save a few calories and it turns out, many are doing just that by switching milk from semi-skimmed to 1% fat milk.

Skinner’s Brewery enjoyed a record year in 2011 by exceeding £4 million sales despite the tough economic climate.

Many people are trying losing weight in January, even though dieting at the coldest, bleakest time of the year is the hardest thing to do. But you can help yourself stick to your diet using the Microwave Steamer.

The Swan Inn, Great Shefford officially re-opened its doors on Friday 13th January after a successful taster event.

The National Skills Academy for Food and Drink is a single source of specialist training for the UK food and drink manufacturing sector – and if your business is lacking the skills it needs, we have a training solution to help.

Hotel du Vin, Bistro du Vin, Malmaison and Smoak have created two new food and beverage dining clubs - ClubMal and Societe du Vin.

London, UK 2012 – With Cupid’s Arrow ready to strike The Hoxton Apprentice is offering keen Casanovas and tasty temptresses an opportunity to woo with a fantastic Cookery Class from Head Chef, Leon Seraphin.

The food and drink product awards for this year’s Taste of the West Awards have been launched this week at the Giving & Living Trade Show in Exeter.

Catering students at Barnsley College use gastronorm trays of fresh ingredients for cooking. These are rapidly cleared and washed in Classeq machines to keep the area clean and tidy.

The most northerly distillery on mainland Britain and one of the most remote in all Scotland has won the coveted title of World Whisky of the Year in the 2012 edition of Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible.

Succulent lamb the perfect choice for the NEW Pembroke winter pizza Limited edition pizza available at Fire & Stone for three months only

Eau de Vie fresh filtered water system offers a sustainable alternative to bottled water at the River Café