The Glittering World of Brazilian Cuisine

You could say that the carnival that is the Brazilian food trend has been a long time coming in the UK. Back in 2013 Michelin-starred chef Marcus Wareing was among many tipping Brazilian cuisine to be the next big thing in Britain, when he revealed in an interview with Culture Trip that a meeting with Brazil’s Alex Atala of DOM fame had convinced him of the potential of the cuisine to take hold here.

Why Loose Leaf Tea Will Be a Refreshing Change for Your Menu

Any restaurant or café owner worth their pink Himalayan salt knows that to make your menu stand out from the crowd, you have to pay attention to the details. ‘Standard’ offerings don’t hit the mark anymore if you want to be noticed by taste-savvy consumers, and one of the most traditional menu mainstays that is beginning to fall by the wayside is tea in its ubiquitous teabag.

Are you catering for solo diners?

Grabbing lunch between meetings, dining while away on business or simply popping out on a Sunday when cooking a roast for one seems like too much hassle; there are plenty of reasons why your customers may choose to eat alone. Are you doing enough to cater for solo diners?

Could Breakfasts Be the Dawn of a New Era for Your Restaurant? Our survey reveals all…

If your restaurant or café doesn’t open its doors until 11am, or even later for a dinner-only service, you could be missing out on a sizeable opportunity: breakfast. The ‘most important meal of the day’ is often conspicuously absent from many menus as eatery owners tend to focus their efforts on the midday and evening meals, but breakfast and brunch could well be a profitable addition to your current offering that’s worth setting your alarm early for.

The Year of the Goat’s Cheese

February 2015 sees the advent of the Chinese New Year, and on the 19^th of this month we’ll be ringing in the Year of the Goat – an animal that, according to the Chinese Zodiac, symbolises creativity, dependability, calmness, and a fondness for being part of a group but not dominating the pack.

These characteristics apply to the goat in the culinary world too, as the goat’s most favoured produce, cheese, is much like the animal itself: mellow, adaptable and reliable, and it works well as part of a dish without overpowering the flavours.

The Top Food Trends for 2015

 

Food in 2014 was all about ‘street food’, sharing dishes, locally sourced ingredients…and kale. Whatever you thought about this year’s culinary trends, it’s time to put them behind us and look forward to 2015, where a whole new year of exciting tastes awaits! Here are the expert predictions of some of the top food trends for 2015. We’d love to hear yours too.

Lockhart’s Ultimate Christmas Food and Drink Matching Guide

Mistletoe and wine. Turkey and cranberry sauce. These Christmas pairings are traditional, winning combinations, and any Christmas day wouldn’t be the same without them.

Vegetarian Christmas Menu Ideas That Even Carnivorous Customers Will Love

The traditional festive dinner menu is dominated with meat. From the ubiquitous turkey and ‘pigs in blankets’, to goose fat-soaked roast potatoes and suet-packed Christmas puddings, Christmas meals can be a minefield for vegetarian and vegan restaurant guests who are seldom offered an appetising alternative.

Eight Tips for Successfully Marketing Your Christmas Party

As we enter December we mosey into the season of mulled wine, mince pies and mega marketing. While many festive party slots will already be booked up, we’re offering a few extra tips to ensure you’re busy all season through and into the New Year too. If you’re looking to secure some extra late bookings or want to start planning how you’ll get ahead next year, take heed of our eight handy hints for marketing your Christmas party offering to the max.

Christmas with Lockhart Catering

Christmas party trends 2014

The coming months are traditionally the busiest for restaurants, hotels and caterers as the party season enters into full swing. Whether your business is a bustling bar or a mobile catering company, you’re likely to be in the midst of finalising the party bookings that will have a huge impact on your end of year sales.