If you think oil prices are a bit steep at the moment, you’re not wrong. The raw commodity canola increased in cost by more than 100% in the past two years, and unfortunately the price is not expected to subside until production increases, meeting worldwide demand. Realistically, this won’t happen until at least late 2023. […]

Aussies love their specialty pizzas. Gluten-free, wholemeal, low-carb and gourmet options are rising in demand. The latest research by IBIS shows customers are willing to pay a premium for a great vegan pizza over the traditional ham and pineapple. Traditional pizzas are not only left behind, but are having to compete on price. To keep […]

Opening a cafe or restaurant in Australia maybe your lifelong dream. But, it’s more than simply preparing a tasty meal. You’ll need to deal with customers, suppliers and the bank. For real success, you’ll need to research the current market. If you’re a barista or a chef, you’ll need to either get marketing and business […]

The battle to get kids to eat the right food is nothing new. With slick advertising, sneaky supermarket product placement and packaging, it’s probably only getting harder.  Only 6 per cent of school aged children meet the guidelines for the recommended number of serves of both fruit and vegetables in 2017-18. Schools are doing their […]

When deciding to purchase a new combi you want to consider the improvements the commercial kitchen equipment will make to your kitchen.

  An effective and functional commercial kitchen starts with the right equipment. Don’t make do with what you’ve got. Investing in the correct equipment will save you money and time now and into the future.