Author Archives: Alice Mudie

Innovation Challenge – the results

Discover new innovations before your competitors with the Innovation Challenge winners. New innovations were showcased from across the show floor including food, drink, technology and equipment products, the Innovation Challenge was the first port of call for visitors looking for products to differentiate their customer offering. The shortlisted companies pitched their products live on stage on day 2, the products were then tested by a panel of judges who determined whether it deserved a gold, silver of bronze award. The Winners: Beyond Meat  Beyond Steak™  The judges said: “Love the concept. High protein, low in saturated fat, this is potentially a…

How technology has advanced within the casual dining sector

The Casual Dining sector has openly embraced new technologies over the years (even more so since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic) in order to adapt to ongoing new laws and challenges. From handy QR codes to customer ordering systems, here we explore how technology has been a major driving force for evolution in the restaurant, pub & bar sector.  

Canned alcoholic drinks at Casual Dining

There is a huge variety of canned alcoholic drinks on the market right now. From hard seltzers to pre-mixed cocktails, Instagrammable craft beers to sparkling wines. And this thriving category is growing in popularity with bars and restaurants across the nation. In November last year, Bō Kiri was the first venue in London to only sell canned alcohol, and leading brands are now preparing to launch new and bold flavoured versions of their drinks in handy cans.     So, why are canned alcoholic drinks gaining momentum in the casual dining sector?   #1 – Portion control   Opening up your pub…