Portable ice machines are incredibly versatile. When you have one, it is possible to make ice wherever there is an electric outlet. This opens up a range of entertaining possibilities, from barbecues to outdoor parties. Extra ice is always good to have on hand, even when entertaining at home, and ice makers are frequently becoming a part of a well-equipped...
With summer on the way, many of us will be looking forward to entertaining outdoors. Alongside BBQ equipment and outdoor furniture, a high quality champagne cooler should feature among your list of essentials for al fresco (and indoor) dining. What You Need to Know About Chilling Champagne Essentially a champagne cooler (otherwise known as a champagne bucket) is used to...
Serving wine at a restaurant or bar is crucial to customer experience and enjoyment, making the right glasses essential to your business. Ensuring customers enjoy their wine selection is important and the glasses you provide can either enhance or hinder their experience. Types of glasses Many different styles and sizes of glasses are available, and your selection of wine glassware...
There is a huge variety of ice machines competing for your attention online. To avoid becoming overwhelmed during your search, we've collected the best tips and tricks for you to refer to. Purpose Ask yourself the exact purpose your ice machine needs to serve. Each type of ice has a specific function, so it's essential you choose the most appropriate...
The word ‘kettle’ might be more associated with something to boil water for a cup of tea or coffee these days, but soup kettles are not only a very different piece of equipment. For some kitchens, they're every bit as important. The ‘kettle’ might also be known as a soup ‘warmer', which describes what it does, or a soup ‘pot...
Catering can be one of the most successful business ventures nowadays, and choosing the correct equipment is vital, ensuring you are well established and prepared for a successful future. The equipment you have must be robust and versatile, as each catered event is different. Running a restaurant requires stocking the highest quality appliances, equipment, and food processors. You need to...
A glass washer is a commercial machine designed to clean and dry glassware quickly, and is invaluable to businesses in the catering industry such as bars, clubs, restaurants and hotels. But why should a catering organisation invest in a glass washer instead of relying on hand washing or a standard dishwasher? They're Not the Same as Dishwashers Just as you...
If you were setting up a bar tomorrow, what would be the first three things you'd need to buy? Apart from the obvious - drinks, glasses, fridges, maybe a few bar mats or drip trays if you're feeling sophisticated - there are however, three essential ingredients to make any bar operate smoothly. Here we take a look at the top...
If you are hosting a large event or party, it is likely that you have decided to avoid using glassware. This is because glassware is easily breakable, and the shards are sharp and dangerous. No-one wants to have an accident at their event, and thankfully plastic glasses are a great way to minimise risk so that everyone stays safe. This...
Champagne is synonymous with style and sophistication and is one of the easiest ways to turn your gathering into a really special event. Of course, there are budget implications of choosing champagne over sparkling wine, but putting careful thought into serving the wine can make a big difference. Getting your stemware spot on will improve the look, and even the...
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