Allergen information for Festive menus

Tip of the Week We are coming up to a very busy time of year when we often buy in new products and ingredients that differ from the normal menu to cater for parties and celebrations in the run up to Christmas Just a reminder to double check all ingredients to make...

Cooking burgers and steaks

Tip of the Week When cooking food on a chargrill/griddle, it is important to avoid any cross-contamination between cooked and raw food surfaces We recommend the following process:– Use red tongs to pick up the raw meat and place on the grill Then, if you need to...

Hot Holding

Tip of the Week When hot holding food, keep the temperature above 63°C When foods drop below 63°C, the likelihood of bacteria multiplying increases. Food must be kept in the “Danger Zone” (between 8°C – 63°C) for the shortest time possible. If you hold food hot...

Frozen vegetables

Tip of the Week Are frozen vegetables suitable for eating raw in smoothies and salads? Not unless they are labelled as “ready to eat”! Frozen vegetables not labelled as ready to eat are not suitable for eating raw from frozen.  They must be cooked before...