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All the latest BM Caterers news, including podcasts, blogs, recipes, restaurant reviews and insightful reports.

Reduce waste
Blog

3 Ways to Reduce Waste in a Contract Catering Environment

As ESG Lead for a contract caterer, food waste is always high on the agenda. We serve thousands of customers

Danielle
Blog

International Women’s Day: My journey in hospitality

In hospitality, every career journey is different, shaped by passion, perseverance and the people we meet along the way. For

Miso‑marinated fried chicken

Miso‑marinated fried chicken

with Pickled Mooli and Spring Onion Crispy miso-marinated fried chicken served with sweet pickled mooli and fresh spring onions. A

Pitta breads

Pitta breads

Makes 6 pittas (approx. 120g each) Soft, fluffy homemade pitta breads with a perfect pocket. Delicious served warm and ideal

Baked Coffee Grounds Celeriac (Zero-Waste, Vegan-Friendly)

A surprising and sustainable way to use used coffee grounds, this baked celeriac sealed in a coffee crust delivers deep,

Miso Roasted Celeriac with Sesame, Seaweed & Nigella Seeds

This miso roasted celeriac is one of the simplest and most flavourful ways to prepare celeriac. Slow-baked until deeply caramelised,

Roast Swede Mash

A richer, sweeter alternative to traditional boiled swede mash. Roasting the swede in butter allows it to steam gently in

Burnt Apple Puree

This deeply caramelised apple purée tastes almost like toffee, yet it’s made using only apples. Slow roasting draws out the

Braised Red Cabbage

A classic winter side dish that’s sweet, tangy, and deeply comforting. Braised slowly until glossy and tender, this red cabbage

Leek, Celeriac and Cabbage Gratin

A comforting, seasonal winter vegetable gratin with soft layers beneath and a deeply golden, crisp top. Rich béchamel binds leeks,

Charred Aubergine Dip

Charred aubergine dip 

A smoky, creamy charred aubergine dip with lemon, olive oil and herbs. Simple, comforting and perfect for sharing. Serve at

whipped feta

Creamy whipped feta cheese salad (Tirokafteri) 

A creamy, tangy whipped feta salad inspired by classic tirokafteri. Smooth, savoury and perfect for sharing with warm bread. Serves

Panisse with creamed corn

Panisse with creamed corn, charred corn, and charred onion dressing

Panisse with creamed corn, charred corn, roasted chickpeas and a smoky charred onion dressing — a rich, textured sharing dish

Perkee ethical coffee
News

Perkee marks 10 years with rebrand and ongoing commitment to ethical coffee

Perkee, launched in 2015, is marking its 10th anniversary with a rebrand that reflects its development over the past decade

Food and hospitality apprenticeships
Blog

Celebrating apprenticeships

Our people have always been at the heart of everything we do. Developing skills, building confidence and supporting long-term careers

Workplace coffee
Blog

Perkee at 10: always moving forward

At BM, we never stand still. And neither does Perkee. At our AGM last week, our Head of Coffee, Graziano

Restaurant refresh
Blog

How a restaurant refresh can add value

Industry insight shows that consistent branding and considered improvements to hospitality environments can increase revenue by over 20%. Refreshing a

Fibre February
Blog

Fibre February: The unsung hero of a healthier plate (and how to get more without the fuss)

Fibre doesn’t usually steal the spotlight. It’s not flashy, it doesn’t trend on social media, and it rarely gets the

ESG Unwrapped
Blog

ESG unwrapped setting the tone for 2026

On 19 January, we celebrated a milestone moment: our first-ever themed AGM. The brief was ambitious and unambiguous, this AGM

What makes a good day at work?

workplace experience
Blog

Energising workplaces in a hybrid world: People, service and sustainable change

As hybrid working becomes the norm, organisations are rethinking how their workplaces support productivity, wellbeing and connection. The question many

New York Biscoff Cheesecake

Baked New York biscoff cheesecake 

A rich, creamy baked New York–style cheesecake with a crisp Biscoff biscuit base. Simple, indulgent and perfect for sharing 12

Blue Monday
Blog

Blue Monday and brew Monday: How we support mental health

Blue Monday is often described as the most challenging day of the year. Dark mornings, colder weather and post-Christmas pressures

Spätzle

Spätzle with Delica squash purée, roasted beetroots and sprout tops.

2–3 people For the roasted squash purée For the spätzle For the roasted beetroot To finish (optional but recommended) 1.