Food poisoning is a constant threat for the food service industry. An outbreak from poor hygiene or food handling can close down establishments. There were 9497 cases of food poisoning linked to food and retail businesses between 2010 and 2017 around Australia. Even more worryingly, 1914 people were so ill they needed to go to […]

With Australia swinging between floods and drought, the hotel industry can easily find ways to save water. Especially in the kitchen. According to the City of Melbourne, the average medium to large hotel uses 301 litres of water per room, or to put it another way, 29 Olympic pools of water each year. Saving water […]

Shelving can have a bigger influence on the running of your commercial kitchen than you think. Well designed shelving can reduce staff stress and frustration, create a streamlined process, save time and reduce food wastage. Overall, kitchen efficiency is improved. Hygiene and food handling standards are increased. If the hidden part of your kitchen is […]

If you think oil prices are a bit steep at the moment, you’re not wrong. The raw commodity canola increased in cost by more than 100% in the past two years, and unfortunately the price is not expected to subside until production increases, meeting worldwide demand. Realistically, this won’t happen until at least late 2023. […]

Aussies love their specialty pizzas. Gluten-free, wholemeal, low-carb and gourmet options are rising in demand. The latest research by IBIS shows customers are willing to pay a premium for a great vegan pizza over the traditional ham and pineapple. Traditional pizzas are not only left behind, but are having to compete on price. To keep […]

Opening a cafe or restaurant in Australia maybe your lifelong dream. But, it’s more than simply preparing a tasty meal. You’ll need to deal with customers, suppliers and the bank. For real success, you’ll need to research the current market. If you’re a barista or a chef, you’ll need to either get marketing and business […]