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2 February 2026: Beverage equipment

Deadline for copy and pictures: 19 December 2025
 
From hot beverages such as tea, coffee and hot chocolate, to cold drinks like fresh juice, slushies and milkshakes, the right equipment is vital for hospitality venues to deliver a high quality beverage offer. Therefore we’ll examine the latest and most innovative professional drinks appliances and how they enable efficient service and a tasty end product. Recent operator case studies would be welcome.
 
Contact: Clare Nicholls
clare.nicholls@thecaterer.com

 

9 February 2026: Pub trends

Deadline for copy and pictures: 9 January 2026
 
With pubs working harder than ever to persuade customers to come out and enjoy themselves, what are the key drinks trends for 2026? From cask ale to cava and cocktails, what are the essentials of an appealing and profitable drinks range, and what practical support and advice can drinks suppliers offer to hard-pressed publicans?
 
Contact: John Porter
john@apieandapint.com
07734 054389

 

16 February 2026: Warewashing

Deadline for copy and pictures: 9 January 2026
 
A warewasher is a major purchasing decision for a hospitality operator and one they need to make sure is financially viable, both for the capital and operational expenditure. Therefore we talk to warewashing suppliers to see how they offer a holistic service to their customers, encompassing various financing or leasing options for an initial purchase, through to maintenance packages across the life of a machine to maximise uptime or quickly resolve an issue if one arises. Recent operator testimonials would be welcome.
 
Contact: Clare Nicholls
clare.nicholls@thecaterer.com

 

23 February 2026: Bakery

Deadline for copy and pictures: 16 January 2026

 

From cinnamon rolls to sourdough baguettes, few food categories are more consistently hyped than bakery. But how do operators sort the wheat from the chaff? We’ll take a look at the best producers, products and operators to discover how you can make bakery work for you.

 

Contact: Will Hawkes

willhawkes1@gmail.com

 

2 March 2026: HRC show equipment & technology preview

Deadline for copy and pictures: 16 January 2026
 
Major trade show HRC, which is part of Food, Drink & Hospitality Week, returns with a bang to London’s ExCeL on 30 March–1 April. We round up all the must-see equipment and technology supplier stands, so any exhibitors in these sectors should submit a 100-word stand description detailing any new launches, your stand number and associated images of your latest product arrivals.
 
Contact: Clare Nicholls
clare.nicholls@thecaterer.com

 

9 March 2026: HRC show food & beverage preview

Deadline for copy and pictures: 23 January 2026
 
The HRC trade show, part of Food, Drink & Hospitality Week, will showcase the freshest food and drink products on offer to the hospitality sector when it heads back to London’s ExCeL on 30 March–1 April. Exhibitors looking to make tasty launches at the event should submit a 100-word stand profile specifying these, along with your stand number and images of the new additions.
 
Contact: Clare Nicholls
clare.nicholls@thecaterer.com

 

16 March 2026: Breakfast foods

Deadline for copy and pictures: 30 January 2026
 
Consumer expectations of the breakfast option in hospitality are high, spanning anything from grab-and-go granola to a breakfast burrito. From healthy choices to an indulgent offer, what are the latest trends in breakfast food, and how are suppliers responding? Please provide examples of supplier support for operators to offer high quality, profitable breakfast choices.
 
Contact: John Porter
john@apieandapint.com
07734 054389

 

23 March 2026: Food waste management

Deadline for copy and pictures: 6 February 2026
 
Food waste management is ever more important in the hospitality sector, playing into operators’ sustainability targets as well as being crucial to maintaining profits. So we ask the supply chain how the latest technology can aid hospitality sites’ food waste strategies, and what top tips operators need to know to minimise their waste. Please include recent operator case studies where possible.
 
Contact: Clare Nicholls
clare.nicholls@thecaterer.com

 

30 March 2026: Technology: revenue management

Deadline for copy and pictures: 13 February 2026
 
What are the latest trends and innovations in revenue management? What is happening to dynamic pricing strategies, forecasting and channel optimisation? We are looking for up-to-date operator-led case studies showing measurable impact. Please send your written submissions and photos.
 
Contact: Ben Walker
Benwalker618@outlook.com

 

13 April 2026: Spa amenities

Deadline for copy and pictures: 27 February 2026
 
Spas are increasingly profit drivers for hotels, but in the age of wellness, what can make the difference in attracting customers? We talk to spa amenities suppliers to see the latest products which can provide a unique selling point. Please include recent operator case studies where possible.
 
Contact: Clare Nicholls
clare.nicholls@thecaterer.com

 

20 April 2026: Condiments, sauces and seasoning

Deadline for copy and pictures: 6 March 2026
 
Flavour trends move more quickly than ever, and condiments, sauces and seasonings are a way for chefs and operators to update menus, add value to core ingredients, and ensure that their offer maintains strong customer appeal. Therefore we take a look at trends in flavourings, supplier advice and new product launches that enable the hospitality sector to meet modern menu requirements.
 
Contact: John Porter
john@apieandapint.com
07734 054389

 

27 April 2026: Seafood

Deadline for copy and pictures: 13 March 2026

 

Costs are rising across the board, and seafood is no exception. How can suppliers help hospitality operators manage increasingly expensive seafood costs? Are different species the answer, and if so, how they can be incorporated into menus appealingly? We’ll look at the most interesting suppliers and see how operators can offer a top-notch product for less.

 

Contact: Will Hawkes

willhawkes1@gmail.com

 

11 May 2026: Refrigeration

Deadline for copy and pictures: 27 March 2026
 
Quality refrigerators are crucial to professional kitchen operations, but with space at a premium, how are sector manufacturers ensuring they maximise capacity in a compact footprint? We talk to refrigerator suppliers about space optimisation in their appliances. Recent case studies demonstrating this in practice would be most welcome.
 
Contact: Clare Nicholls
clare.nicholls@thecaterer.com

 

18 May 2026: Coffee

Deadline for copy and pictures: 2 April 2026
 
In a challenging hospitality market, consumers retain strong affinity for their daily cup of coffee, but have high expectations in terms of sustainability and provenance. We take a look at how operators can keep consumers engaged not just in terms of ethical sourcing, but also keeping up with popular flavour trends and new products, along with the support suppliers can offer. 
 
Contact: John Porter
john@apieandapint.com
07734 054389

 

1 June 2026: Tableware

Deadline for copy and pictures: 17 April 2026
 
Front of house design can make or break a hospitality business, and tableware is a vital element within that. Therefore, we explore the latest trends across cutlery, crockery, drinkware and serveware, and predict what tableware is going to be popular in the coming months too.
 
Contact: Clare Nicholls
clare.nicholls@thecaterer.com

 

8 June 2026: Technology: workforce management

Deadline for copy and pictures: 24 April 2026
 
What are the latest developments in workforce management software? What systems are truly making staff rotas, HR admin, recruitment, and onboarding easier to manage? We are looking for up-to-date operator-led case studies showing measurable impact. Please send your case studies and photos.
 
Contact: Ben Walker
Benwalker618@outlook.com

 

15 June 2026: Cleaning & hygiene

Deadline for copy and pictures: 1 May 2026

 

While hygiene is a key tenet of hospitality operations, sustainability is a high priority too. So cleaning products not only have to ensure sparkling surfaces, they have to do so in an environmentally responsible way. Therefore we investigate the latest clean and green products which are accredited and proven to fulfil both purposes.

 
Contact: Clare Nicholls
clare.nicholls@thecaterer.com

 

22 June 2026: Sustainable packaging and disposables

Deadline for copy and pictures: 8 May 2026

 

Sustainable packaging is one of the most innovative and interesting sectors in hospitality. We’ll take a look at the latest technology and launches, from fibre tableware to plant-coated boxes, and find out how the grab-and-go and takeaway sectors can be as environmentally friendly as possible in terms of packaging while still balancing costs.

 

Contact: Will Hawkes

willhawkes1@gmail.com

 

29 June 2026: Rapid cook

Deadline for copy and pictures: 15 May 2026
 
From microwaves to combis and high speed ovens, consistency should be assured with rapid cookers. To further ensure diners receive the same food standard across estates, many of these appliances offer features that instantly distribute recipes throughout multiple sites and monitor usage. Therefore we look into what programs the latest accelerated ovens offer and how simple they are to use and send to multiple appliances.
 
Contact: Clare Nicholls
clare.nicholls@thecaterer.com

 

July

6             Soft drinks
13           Grab & go
20           Protein: eggs, meat & poultry

 

August

10           Laundry
31           Technology: EPoS/payments

 

September

7             Fish & chips
14           Low & no alcohol drinks
21           Tea
28           Christmas food & drinks

 

October

5             Dairy: cheese, milk & butter
12           Prime cooking
19           Technology: property management
26           In-room amenities

 

November

2             Dairy alternatives
9             FOG
30           Breakfast beverages

 

December

7             Vegetarian & vegan

 

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