Seasonal Specials & Limited Editions: How to Refresh Your Menu with Helen’s
10 November 2025
In hospitality, fresh and exciting menus keep customers coming back for more. Just as the seasons change, so do people’s tastes, from warming winter comfort foods to light summer meals. That...
Day-Part Strategy: Serving the Right Product at the Right Time
10 November 2025
When it comes to creating a menu that entices customers from morning through to evening, timing is everything. At Helen’s European Cuisine, we understand that every part of the day presents a new...
How to Build a Crowd-Pleasing Finger Food Menu Using Helen’s Products
10 November 2025
When it comes to catering events, functions or parties, finger food is always the hero. Bite-sized, easy to serve and full of flavour, the right selection can turn a simple gathering into something...
Sweet Easter Bread - Tsoureki
11 April 2025
Makes 5 Large TsourekiIngredients:150g fresh yeast or 3 packets / 21g dry yeast2 cups milk, lukewarm500g sugar1 1/2kg plain flour, sifted (10-11 cups)5g mahaleb4 mastic beads375g butter6 large eggs (...
Helen's 6 Tips for Setting Up Your Food Display Cabinet
25 February 2025
A well-organised food display cabinet can be the highlight of any hospitality venue, attracting customers with its aesthetic appeal and ensuring food items stay fresh and safe. Whether you own a re...
Foodservice Trends for 2025
2 December 2024

As we approach 2025, the foodservice industry is poised for significant changes, driven by shifting consumer preferences, environmental concerns, and technological advancements. Restaurateurs, fo...
Traditional Greek Christmas Almond Shortbread
1 December 2024
Ingredients:500g butter2 egg yolks1 tsp vanilla sugarDrop of ouzo1/2 cup icing sugar+ extra for decorating2.5 cups self-raising flour, sifted2.5 cups plain flour, sifted1 cup crushed almondsMethod:1...
Nut Rolls Baklava
5 November 2024

MAKES APPOX. 6 ROLLSINGREDIENTS1 tblsp vanilla sugar1 tsp cinnamon500g almonds, chopped finely (use a blender)2 packets filo pastry400g unsalted butter, meltedSYRUP3 cups sugar3 cups water1 tblsp h...
7 Reasons Helen's European Cuisine Can Ease Staffing Challenges in Restaurants
9 August 2024

In today’s hospitality landscape, labour and staff shortages have become a critical issue for many venues—from restaurants to catering services and beyond. The challenges range from finding a...