Helen's Blog

Key Nutrients to Feature on Your Winter Menu
13 May 2025
+ My Favourite Hearty Winter Salads!When the temperature drops, many diners instinctively crave warm, satisfying meals—but that doesn’t mean salads need to take a back seat. In fact, winter is ...
The Power of Pulses
11 April 2025
Cost effective, versatile and incredibly healthy, legumes deserve a front-row seat. These humble, nutrient-rich ingredients are more than just fillers; they’re powerhouses of flavour, texture, an...
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...
The Power of Fermented Foods on Your Menu
17 February 2025
Salt, fat & acid are the corner stones of a balanced dish. Salt enhances taste, fat amplifies flavour & acid brightens and balances a dish. Fermented foods are a key element to a balanced d...
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...
Packing Role
25 October 2024
The RoleRight now we’re on the hunt for additional PACKING TEAM Process Workers - night shift (7pm starts). This assembly line based role requires quality focus and attention to detail to ensure ...