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  • Infographic: What is a Gastronorm Size?

    Infographic: What is a Gastronorm Size?

    Catering companies, restaurateurs, and venues are no strangers to Gastronorm products, and their list of benefits. As one of the most used types of containers to those within the food display industry, Gastronorm-sized products have become the most popular sets of displayware for buffets, serving stations, etc.

    And, like everything in life, you can get a lot more out of your favourite products by learning more about them. This handy infographic gives you the details on the various sizes of Gastronorm products, and how they meld together perfectly, in order to utilise your counter display as best you can, and make informed purchases.

     

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  • Remmerco Launches Bespoke Glazz Trays For UK’s Biggest Street Party

    Remmerco Launches Bespoke Glazz Trays For UK’s Biggest Street Party

    The recent Patron’s Lunch was held to celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s milestone 90th birthday and her patronage of more than 600 charities and organisations.

    10,000 guests enjoyed exclusive patrons lunch hampers created by industry experts, Marks and Spencer’s including Remmerco’s exclusive bespoke Glazz trays created to mark this unforgettable celebration.

    The Remmerco Glazz trays were designed to present the main dishes in this special al fresco lunch. The 90mm Glazz tray and lid contained delicious Scottish Lochmuir salmon, which is slower grown for fantastic taste and texture and slow smoked over wood chips from an oak tree grown on the Sandringham estate in Norfolk.

    The 160mm Glazz bowl and lid featured free-range chicken from Pembrokeshire farmer Justin Scale, and tender, in-season asparagus grown by the Chinn family in the Wye Valley.

    Commenting on the partnership between Marks and Spencer and Remmerco, Sandra Ziles, Head of Product – Fresh from M & S said; “The Patrons Lunch was a great team effort and an example of collaboration at its best. The hamper was well received by many guests on The Mall telling our volunteers what a great job we had done.”

    Jennie Knott, Managing Director of Remmerco added; “We were honoured to play a part in the Patron’s Lunch and this prestigious event gave us the opportunity to showcase our new products. As a result of the positive feedback, the Remmerco square Glazz trays will now be available as an addition to the popular Glazz range.”

    The Remmerco Glazz trays with lids are beautiful premium disposable products which combine convenience with stunning food presentation.

  • Dalebrook Supplies Launches Stylish Copper Tea Stand

    Dalebrook Supplies Launches Stylish Copper Tea Stand

    Dalebrook, the leading supplier of high quality melamine food display products has announced the launch of its stunning new Copper Tea Stand. A first of its kind, the stylish and contemporary copper wire stand features removable rustic wood effect melamine platters.

    Commissioned by rhubarb Food Design Ltd. for their client at The Royal Ascot Racing Club, the stunning Copper Tea Stand adds a touch of decadence and glamour to any afternoon tea setting. The Dalebrook Copper Tea Stand takes pride of place in the prestigious members only area of the iconic venue, overlooking the race course’s finishing line.

    Breaking away from the tradition of white plates and silver stands, Dalebrook Supplies was commissioned to design a tea stand with a difference and one that was in keeping with the venue’s interior of dark wood and mahogany. The results far exceeded the expectations of the Royal Ascot Racing Club and as a result of its success, Dalebrook Supplies recently launched the product to the market at this year’s Restaurant Show.

    Dalebrook’s contemporary Copper Tea Stand is a practical solution for any busy catering environment with a difference. Unlike other bulky stands, the Copper Tea Stand can be stored neatly away when not in use as a result of its removable rustic wood effect melamine platters. Easy to use, the platters are practical, durable and designed to stand the test of time.

    The platters can also be used on their own and showcase a textured wood effect, accompanied by all of the product benefits of melamine including chip resistance and dishwasher safety. They also feature longer overlapped edges on the base which prevent them from slipping out of the stand.

    Commenting on the launch of the Copper Tea Stand, rhubarb’s Duncan Garland said; “Afternoon Tea at Ascot is a prestigious event and we required an afternoon tea stand that would be in keeping with the venue and its traditions. Dalebrook Supplies came to us with a stunning solution that is both contemporary and stylish, yet practical too. We’re delighted with the results.”

    “Our Copper Tea Stand goes against the grain with its contemporary design and we’re thrilled that our new product is taking pride of place at Ascot. The stands are uniquely designed so that they can be stacked on top of one another when stored, making them a convenient addition to any afternoon tea environment.” adds Jennie Knott, Managing Director of Dalebrook Supplies.

    The Dalebrook Copper Tea Stand is now available to order.

  • Dalebrook Supplies Launches New Casablanca and Urban Ranges

    Dalebrook Supplies Launches New Casablanca and Urban Ranges

    Dalebrook, the leading supplier of high quality melamine food display products has announced the launch of two stunning new collections for 2017, the Urban and Casablanca ranges.

    Taking inspiration from Moroccan culture and cuisine, the new Casablanca collection has been designed to showcase vibrant food, packed full of colours and spices. Designed to look the part in any Moroccan food display, the Casablanca range combines an authentic, crackled textured look with the practicality and durability of melamine.

    The Casablanca range features a large display bowl, smaller bowl and dinner plates, creating the perfect backdrop for serving warming tagines, flaky pastillas and traditional spicy hariras and is designed for large or small serving solutions. Available in a stunning green colourway, the Casablanca range is also due to be launched in new colours later this year.

    In contrast to Casablanca, the Urban range has a clean and cool look, designed with deli counter displays in mind. The gritty, concrete effect embraces the urban trend whilst delivering a lightweight, durable melamine alternative. Like the Casablanca range, the stunning new collection is also easy to clean, stain resistant and chip resistant.

    The Urban range features three different Gastro size slabs which can be used for both sharing platters and deli displays. Accompanying the platters are medium and large melamine concrete bowls featuring a white interior and concrete effect exterior to complement the Gastro slabs.

     

    Commenting on the launch of Dalebrook’s two new ranges, Jennie Knott, Managing Director of Dalebrook Supplies said; “At Dalebrook Supplies we ensure that we remain at the forefront of the industry, embracing the latest design trends for the food service sector. The Casablanca and Urban ranges are attractive and innovative food service solutions that both look the part in food outlets whilst featuring all the health and safety product benefits of melamine.”

    The Casablanca and Urban ranges are now available to order for January 17.

  • Dalebrook Supplies On The Wildwood Menu

    Dalebrook Supplies On The Wildwood Menu

    Dalebrook, the leading supplier of high quality melamine food display products has announced its partnership with Wildwood Restaurants, part of Tasty Plc.

    Based in London and the South, Wildwood is a collection of contemporary restaurants serving stone baked pizza, freshly prepared pastas and a wide selection of grill options. The innovative restaurant group recently opened 50 restaurants across the South East with another three planned to open over the coming months.

    Wildwood met Dalebrook at the 2014 Restaurant Show. Keen to explore new innovative food service designs for their restaurants, Head Chef Marcel Gjini was impressed by Dalebrook’s melamine range. Wildwood selected Dalebrook’s Marble and Rustic Wood Effect Platters enabling them to deliver a stylish solution and move away from real wood which was difficult to clean.

    Made entirely from melamine, the Marble and Rustic Wood platters are a lightweight and practical alternative to wood for any food service environment. The attractive products are both shatter proof and break resistant too meaning they will stand up to the rigours of everyday use in busy kitchens.

    Dalebrook Supplies and Wildwood worked closely together to select four different product ranges which are now being used in 50 Wildwood Restaurants to serve a range of meals including pizzas, steaks and breads.

    Commenting on the rollout of the Dalebrook range, Jo Bagery, Managing Director at Wildwood Restaurants said; “We were looking for a practical and attractive serving solution to showcase our Wildwood menu. Dalebrook Supplies introduced us to the advantages of using melamine in the restaurant environment and we have been thoroughly impressed with the benefits of these products, without having to compromise on style.”

    “Following our initial meeting with Wildwood Restaurants, it was clear that the team was looking for a serving solution that would set them apart from other restaurants. We’re delighted to see our Rustic Wood and Marble Platters on the Wildwood menu.” adds Jennie Knott, Managing Director of Dalebrook Supplies.