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Whether you prefer a Pina Colada or Cosmopolitan there's one thing all good cocktails need - and that's a cocktail shaker. Mixing a cocktail with ice in a shaker helps the ingredients to chill and mix well together to achieve the perfect taste and consistency. There are a number of different cocktail shakers to choose from. Some may prefer a...

Some catering equipment is optional or will only be necessary for your specific kitchen, while other types are virtually mandatory. Whether you are starting up a commercial food outlet or catering company, or perhaps having a re-fit, read on for the most essential types of catering equipment necessary for the smooth and safe running of any commercial kitchen establishment. Oven/Hob/Griddle...

Wine glasses come in a multitude of shapes and sizes. Wine buffs will quickly identify which particular shape goes with which particular wine, but then there are different styles to consider too - classic, contemporary or something altogether unconventional. Whichever style you choose, it's important that your stemware exudes elegance and refinement, whilst being of exceptional quality. If you are...

For any catering or food business, it's essential to have access to the high-quality machinery that you need to run your business. The services trade will nearly always need to sell cold drinks - from restaurants and cafes through to bars and pop-up shops, and even to attractions, amusement parks, family tourist destinations and ice-cream vans. A cold drink demands...

Caterers now have the benefit of a range of commercial equipment to help them in the kitchen, from small appliances like toasters to large convection ovens. Ascot Wholesale is the UK's leading supplier of equipment for the industry and stocks numerous appliances to meet caterers' needs. Below are five top types of equipment used in commercial kitchens, all of which...

A lovely location, a brilliant building and an amazing atmosphere for a party. You have found the optimum spot for your new hospitality venture and you are now looking to buy some items to complete your perfect picture. Rather than investing in delicate glassware that can be easily damaged during events, festivals or everyday casual drinking, here's why you should...

The ice machines on sale at Ascot Wholesaleare of the highest quality, but cover a range of budgets and sizes. Many of them boast special features, distinguishing them as the best online buys in the ice machine market. Read on for a quick guide to the best special features of the ice machines on sale. Air Cooling & Mains Water...

Champagne is the ultimate luxury drink and simply having a glass of chilled bubbles in your hand is guaranteed to make an occasion feel special. However, there are different champagnes, and different glasses for each type, just as there are different glasses for red and white wine. The differences are quite marked in champagne glasses, so before you buy champagne...

Almost all businesses in the food service industry require an ice machine. With so many different styles and configurations available it is important to understand all the options to determine which ice machine will meet your business needs. With so many ice makers for sale, consider the following before making a purchase. Configurations Commercial ice machines fall into three main...

Running a successful bar requires several things: a talented team to serve the drinks, an excellent selection of spirits, beers and wines, and then of course, a loyal clientele. These factors are all crucial, but with the best customers in the world and the most fashionable drinks available, a bar that is not equipped with quality tools of service will...