The following is just a taste of what’s on show at this year’s Casual Dining.
Glen Dimplex Professional Appliances is launching Burco’s new Convection Oven range. Featuring a countertop model, a large single phase model, and a powerful three phase unit, the range is fully gastronorm compatible, has a 60°-260°c working temperature, and a robust design to cope with the demands of a busy kitchen. (Stand M423)
Buying specialist Lynx Purchasing is launching the 2015 edition of its Casual Dining Report. Building on the success of the 2014 edition, the 2015 report will spotlight the latest trends in the eating out market, bringing together data from a wide range of sources to create a user-friendly, graphic guide designed to help visitors navigate around the show. (Stand M527)
Winterhalter is unveiling the new PT ClimatePlus warewasher at this year’s show. This new warewasher cuts energy consumption by over 50%, achieves superb wash results, and actually cools the kitchen climate. Meanwhile Eau de Vie fresh filtered drinking water systems revolutionise the delivery of water, delivering high profitability and contributing towards sustainability. (Stand M536)
MemSec7 is the latest release from MemSec EPoS. It builds on their tradition of feature-rich yet easy to use till software and comprehensive back office functionality, bringing faster performance, greater flexibility, a more user-friendly back office interface and remote access without the risks of cloud based data. (Stand M133)
Recently launched, the new stone deck oven from Unox UK allows operators to expand their menu without sacrificing quality. The unit can accommodate one full tray 600mm x 400mm, has an independent top heating element for greater control, and is useful for cooking and baking all products that require direct base heat. (Stand G16)
Commercial kitchen extract filtration experts Purified Air is exhibiting its new UV-O 500 unit at the show. Alongside this will be an ESP1500E unit, the baby of their electrostatic precipitator range. (Stand M107)
Quintex Systems, market leader in energy management technology within the commercial kitchen environment is launching three new systems for the commercial kitchen. xReco – a heat recovery system for commercial dishwashers, xHeat – a boiler optimisation system, and xMist – a system for automatic biological cleaning of the kitchen extract duct. (Stand M518)
To mark their 25th Anniversary TM Electronics (UK) is showcasing their unique range of high accuracy, affordable temperature thermometers, probes and sensors; including the bestselling MM2000 digital thermometer range and Barcode reading MM7000 thermometer range. They will also be offering an exclusive look at new, innovative temperature equipment launching in 2015. (Stand M234)
FRIMA UK is exhibiting the new VarioCooking Center Multificiency 112T, which takes space-saving, multifunctional cooking technology to a new level. Boil, grill, fry, low temperature cook and deep fry, precisely and easily, all in one unit. Plus, it is up to four times faster, uses up to 40% less energy, and saves 30% plus kitchen space compared to conventional appliances. (Stand G15)
True Food International’s Specification Series is a new, highly configurable commercial refrigeration line. Available as single or double section refrigerators and freezers, the Spec Series includes options for reach-in, pass-thru, roll-in and roll-thru variations, and are available with full or half doors in solid, glass, or a combination of both. (Stand M232)
Ambach Ali Spa has launched a new multifunctional cooking system in the UK, the IQ850. At 800mm wide, IQ850 is a compact multifunctional system ideal for caterers with limited space who want to deliver a varied menu. It offers caterers a total solution from braising, frying, steaming, pasta and low temperature cooking. (Stand M115)
Gamble Foodservice Solutions is presenting the Ovention Shuttle this year. The Ovention Shuttle has all the flexibility of the Matchbox, which launched last year, plus the throughput of a conveyor. This unique cooking platform allows superior cook quality, with a touch screen control and no extraction required, making cooking anywhere simple. (Stand G17)
New exhibitor Space Catering Equipment is showcasing innovative kitchen and front of house foodservice designs, as well as introducing their furniture and interior design service, interior fit-out division, and new, bespoke in-house foodservice counters. (Stand M522)
The Menu Shop offers a wide range of products for front of house presentation. They’ll be presenting over forty new and improved products, including menu covers, bill presenters, placemats, guest compendiums and light boxes. (Stand M149)
Multi award-winning Adande Refrigeration, used by restaurants such as Jamie’s Italian, Yo! Sushi, and Le Bistrot Pierre, is showcasing the new Shallow Drawers (10% cheaper than Standard options to reflect the capacity), together with their helpful Locking Rollers. (Stand M433)
Nelson Catering Equipment is showcasing examples of recently designed kitchens and bars – all with clever space-maximising solutions. Catering equipment on display will include Blue Seal, alongside Nelson’s own Advantage glasswashers and dishwashers – a range that is reliable, energy efficient, water efficient, and virtually silent in operation. (Stand M431)
Eat Marketing is exhibiting for the first time at Casual Dining alongside Stokes Coffee, having recently worked with Stokes to capture and create a new look and feel for their brand, website and message. Eat Marketing are an experienced creative team specialising in the food and drink sector in website design, branding and copy. (Stand M134)
GS Systems is presenting MAX Sentinel, which tracks the real-time progress of live transactions as they happen, spotting and alerting operators and head office staff to any unusual transaction behaviour. This is a great added security measure to help keep staff honest and is an early warning system to protect profits and margins. (Stand M247)
Catering Design Group will be offering expert advice and insight into how a successful casual dining restaurant and kitchen should look, feel and operate. They will also be sharing their knowledge and expertise on the latest design and eating-out trends for 2015. (Stand M121)
Casual Dining returns to the Business Design Centre, in Islington, London, on Wednesday and Thursday 25-26 February 2015. To register for a free trade pass, please visit www.casualdiningshow.co.uk and quote priority code CDPR1 (direct link: www.eventdata.co.uk/Visitor/CasualDining.aspx?TrackingCode=CDPR1).
