Page 15 - FFD Info Centre - Commercial Refrigeration & Catering Equipment News & Buying Guides

Specialising in good food, a fine selection of wines and a warm, friendly welcome, Barnacles Restaurant & Bar Bistro is renowned for its fresh seafood dishes, offered up in a relaxed, contemporary atmosphere. Looking to update equipment in both the bar and kitchen areas, they came to Fridge Freezer Direct to source commercial refrigeration equipment from leading brands. With over 20+ years of experience our personnel were able to identify the perfect units to fulfil the restaurants requirements and expectations.

Life has changed dramatically from centuries ago – even basic advancements in our daily activities, such as the use of soap, wet wipes and the introduction of different cooking techniques are now taken for granted. While making the world an easier and more comfortable place to live, these advancements often carry with them a number of disadvantages. At times, these disadvantages cause more harm to the environment than bargained for.

The by-products from this modern lifestyle are increasingly showing themselves in the formation of the newly coined term for the environmental scourge known as a fatberg; a collection of solid waste from our daily consumption which forms in sewer lines of major cities around the world. Other than causing blockages in the aging sewer system, which at times can even cause material damage, these fatbergs can also harm wildlife.

The Riverside Cantonese restaurant is a central figure in the Cardiff dining scene, specialising in authentic foods created by specially trained chefs. Planning a massive refurbishment which covered updating the interior space and kitting out the kitchen with the highest quality equipment, the owner Nicholas Chan wanted to develop a space that truly reflected the high standards that could be expected from the culinary aspect.

Following the success of Brick & liquor's first site, David Layton didn't need to think twice when it came to expanding and growing the burgeoning business. The trademark exposed brickwork and stripped back design was again, to become a prominent feature in the new premises. In addition to the inspired cocktail menu that proved so popular in the primary bar, the new venue offered a little more area to work with allowing a selection of draught beers and bottles to be added to the menu, as well as a selection of light bites. Choosing the right kitchen and bar equipment was vital to help the new venture go smoothly.

Ice cream and gelato are popular sweet treats for people around the world. There is little doubt that both are a delicacy. They have been used as a popular frozen dessert in many settings as well as a refreshment and the perfect cool-down for people in fun situations, especially during warm summer months.

However, as much as there are similarities, there are also differences which warrant their use of separate names. These differences are also the reason why both ice cream and gelato are popular with varying groups of people; gelato sometimes considered as the ‘grown ups’ ice cream.

Here we pin point some of the main factors that make gelato different from ice cream.

Wine is a valuable commodity for any business. Customers will always be quick to let you know whether it’s too warm or just tastes ‘funny’. To guarantee that you never receive complaints it is essential to invest in a quality wine cooler that protects wine and achieves optimum storage conditions.

Before choosing your perfect wine chiller it is vital to understand how wine should be stored and the basic principles of wine refrigeration as opposed to alternative standard forms of refrigeration.

This buying guide aims to highlight important aspects that should be considered before making a purchase and provide information on why a commercial wine bottle cooler is the only way to store your prized wine collections.

When starting a new business that involves food and fresh produce you will undoubtedly need to purchase some commercial refrigeration. This area can seem quite overwhelming with so many different models, sizes, specifications and temperature ranges etc. Making sure that you make the right decision the first time may be a daunting task but a little time and research now will save you money in the future.

Commercial refrigeration can be very pricey and although your budget may be tight, don’t scrimp on your choice to save a few pounds. Your purchase will be what keeps your stock delicious and fresh and the old saying, ‘you get what you pay for’ has never been truer than when applying it to this area. By breaking down the fundamentals of commercial refrigeration and in particular, storage fridges and storage freezers and comparing them with your personal business needs and requirements, the choice you have to make should hopefully become a lot clearer.

The True name has proven to provide quality commercial refrigeration to the catering, hospitality and foodservice industry for over 65 years. This global company is based in Missouri, USA and equips professional kitchens around the world. As one of the biggest refrigeration suppliers in America it is undeniable that the increased energy efficiency, sleek designs and advanced technology improves operations in any catering establishment.

How can businesses boost food sales whilst maintaining visual impact and achieving precision storage temperatures? Investing in the perfect serve over counter will ensure that all stock is not only well presented but is delivered to your customers in premium condition.

Getting your selection right will rely on a number of individual factors personal to every business. Understanding the ins and outs of a serveover counter and its many options will guarantee you make the right decision for your business.