The hospitality industry is exposed to economic swings more than most. When the economy is booming and people have more money in their pockets, they will happily eat out once or twice a week. But when belts need to be tightened, it’s restaurants which are often the first notch. The…
Catering equipment doesn’t come cheap. Whether you’re just launching a new restaurant or looking to expand your operation, finding the funds to get your business to where you want it to be can be tricky. While there are ways of saving money when buying catering equipment, you need to weigh…
The Catering Equipment Suppliers Association (CESA) and the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) have developed the first independently verified standard for the planned maintenance of catering equipment. And it’s welcome news for everyone in the industry.
When you’re setting up or refurbing a restaurant, it can be difficult to know how to choose the right commercial kitchen. Choosing the wrong equipment can cost your business. And it’s not just the money you spend – it’s also the lost productivity from inefficiency and downtime. Check out our…
Catering technology is evolving. While developments in equipment continue to transform what happens inside the kitchen, the full-service catering industry is increasingly looking towards innovation to streamline back and front-end business activities, too. Greater productivity, profitability and a much-improved customer experience are all up for grabs for those caterers willing…
“Welcome to the World of Catering Equipment” is the opener on CESA’s website and, having recently become a member, it’s a world we’re very proud to be a part of. The trade association for catering equipment suppliers, CESA provides a great forum for meeting and networking as well as exploring…
The Catering Equipment Suppliers Association (CESA) Q3 business barometer was interesting reading. Here’s my take on the results and what it means for you. Uncertainty surrounding Brexit is the number one concern… 42% of CESA’s respondents are understandably nervous about how their business will perform over the next 12 months,…
Electrolux Professional, a leading UK provider of catering and laundry equipment, has officially launched a new innovative service to their B2B customer base. Express Finance, created in partnership with Shire Leasing, is a pioneering service that allows kitchens to acquire replacement equipment in as little as 24 hours!
