In an age of rising costs and low wages following the 2008 economic crisis, Britain is finally getting back on its feet. With more cash in the pocket and a greater sense of culture, we're getting out of the house and enjoying the greater variety of dining experiences on offer around the country.
On Monday the 20th February, Nisbets will open its doors in Reading to welcome public and trade customers from all around. Be the first to get your hands on the latest catering tools and equipment from the award-winning distributor.
For years it has been labelled the most important meal of the day. Formed from the words ‘breaking fast’, this first meal of the day is important to set you up for the hours ahead. Nowadays, the on-the-go breakfast market in the UK is valued at £76 million daily. Changing and adapting your menu to gain revenue is a very wise move. Here’s why:
When it comes to baking and preparing dishes, measuring your ingredients accurately is crucial. Too much salt or not enough flour, and your cake and cookies are sure to put a grimace on your customers’ faces. So which scales are best? Which type of scale gives you most accuracy? Baking has its many pulls. From throwing flour around and whisking to decorating and, of course, the delicious treat at the end. But we all know the struggle of adding too much of one ingredient and having to counter it with more of another. And then the balancing act starts. You add a little more of this to counter a little too much of that. Which isn’t the best use of your ingredients, or the most cost effective. This is why measuring accurately is key to ensuring the perfect bake and maximizing profits.
The advent of spring brings with it longer days and increased traffic, but also exposes any dirt and dust hidden from view over the darker months. Be the early bird and get a head start on your spring clean with huge discounts on catering consumables with Nisbets.
As we arrive at the end of January, and your customers pledge to shed sedentary lifestyles and cut calories, it's the perfect time to appeal to their New Year's resolutions. So, in the spirit of turning over a healthy new leaf, lets count down six of the best ways to drive new business through your doors, from social media and technological advances to forgotten marketing tricks of the trade.
