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

next normal
Blog

Observations on the ‘next normal’ in contract catering

The ‘next normal’ is the phrase we’re using to describe the iterative nature of the next 18 months in workplace

Ian Thomas - hospitality
Covid-19 Info Hub

The future of hospitality

Our CEO Ian Thomas was recently interviewed by H&C News about the current situation in the B&I sector and what

20 years of BM

20 years of BM

Pulling Together
Blog

Pulling Together

A short time after the lockdown began one Saturday morning, my phone rang… it was Wendy Bartlett, our founder and

Red onion cheddar and bacon muffins

Red onion cheddar and bacon muffins

If you’re looking for something different to sandwiches to go with your picnic these red onion cheddar and bacon muffins

Nutmeg and custard yo-yo

Nutmeg and custard yo-yo

These nutmeg and custard yo-yo are a great treat at any time and a lovely addition to any picnic. Method

Gregory Hall positive thinking d&i
Blog

Positive Thinking at Challenging Times

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Week, I’ve decided to share a different side of dealing with an illness whilst

Hebe Richardson - Wellness Manager
News

Hebe Richardson – named Acorn Award Winner

Hebe Richardson, wellness manager at bartlett mitchell, has been named as an Acorn award winner – one of 30 outstanding

News

Successful trials for large-scale commercial recycling for compostables

As foodservice shifts to more disposables for hygiene, we were delighted to take part in a trial as part of

Stay Connected
Blog

Stay Connected in Lockdown

It’s been challenging to stay connected and positive during lockdown. I had several choices. I could maximise the time to

Lin Dickens - digital media - independent business - team members - social media
Covid-19 Info Hub

Communicating with team members in lockdown

During the lockdown, to maintain engagements with team members and business continuity there is a very clear and obvious need

work family
Blog

Staying connected with my work family

It never crossed my mind that I will ever live through something like Covid-19 where there is so much uncertainty,

Pretzels

Pretzels

Learn how to make you own pretzels.  These are incredibly versatile, crisp on the outside and amazingly chewy in the

Sourdough Bread

Sourdough bread has a bit of a reputation. It is seen as a more complicated bake than a normal farmhouse

Wendy Bartlett hospitality
Covid-19 Info Hub

Catering and FM experts urge businesses to adapt

Workplace ‘takeaways’, shift-based lunches and more pre-ordering are all likely to be the new ‘normal’ when the COVID-19 lockdown period

sourdough

Sourdough Bread Starter

Method We have seen loads of home baking during the lock down. An unmissable item on social media has been

Lockdown
Blog

The upside of lockdown

Whilst not wishing to make light of this incredibly serious situation we find ourselves in, there may just be some

Soda bread

Soda Bread

New to bread making and looking for an easy to make loaf? Try this lovely recipe for soda bread that

Slow cooked lamb ribs

Slow cooked lamb ribs with barbecued cucumber and potato salad

These slow cooked lamb ribs are definitely worth the wait and make a delicious, melt-in-the-mouth meal to enjoy with all

support
Covid-19 Info Hub

Support continues during an unprecedented time

This has been a challenging time to say the least, but I’m really inspired by what I’ve seen from so

5 Star -bmfamily simple - lockdown - industry
Blog

Lessons learned so far during the Coronavirus ‘lockdown’

What is life like running a business in these very unique circumstances? It’s nothing like you would have imagined. And

Simnel Cake

Simnel Cake

Simnel cake is a light fruitcake traditionally made to celebrate Easter. Method Preheat the oven to 150C/130C Fan/Gas 2. Grease

shoulder of lamb

Roast shoulder of lamb with spring greens

Enjoy the succulent flavours of lamb, with the delicious recipe for shoulder of lamb with spring greens Method Set the

Easter mini egg chocolate fudge

Easter mini egg chocolate fudge

If you have any mini eggs leftover, this tasty fudge is easy to make and goes down a treat. Method