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Foodservice Australia

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9999 5460

Address: 1 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf VIC 3006, Australia 3006 Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.foodserviceaustralia.com.au

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25.01.2022 Today we are in Sydney at the Future of Foodservice conference. It is heartening to hear the hospitality industry has bounced back and has a very bright year ahead. Did you know that Australia has 63,315 commercial and 23,362 institutional Foodservice outlets? 80% of Australians over 14 eat out regularly and spend 37c of their total food dollar. Future food trends identified include 1. Sustainability and climate 2. Health and fitness 3. Social media and experiences 4. Plant-based and biomimicry 5. Robotics and AI

25.01.2022 To ensure the health and safety of everyone at Foodservice Australia, we are partnering with a leading global manufacturer of sanitation and hygiene products, Saraya to create a COVID safe environment. Saraya believes that sanitation, the environment, and health are interconnected, and it's their mission to improve the wellbeing of the world through these three fields. During Foodservice Australia, Saraya is pleased to release their brand-new stand and automatic No-touch Sani...tiser Dispenser. They are dedicated to researching new and practical solutions with tested systems for preventing infection and improving sanitation at international standards. More on Saraya here http://www.saraya.com.au/

24.01.2022 Support your favourite local. And bookmark this list Live list of Melbourne restaurants reopening. Check out the list here https://www.broadsheet.com.au//live-list-restaurants-reope

24.01.2022 EasyVend is the complete online food & beverage distribution software, simplifying the way you manage your business. EasyVend handles route management, invoicing, inventory control, standard orders, mobile application and proof of delivery as standard. Add Australia’s favourite Web-based accounting package, Xero, to complete your integrated solution from start to finish. Their wide range of innovative features will open up so many opportunities for food & beverage distribut...ors. To celebrate EasyVend latest release, they are offering all EasyVend subscribers FREE eCommerce Website creation for a limited time. Simply register for a no-obligation demo of EasyVend. Click here to register https://bit.ly/36R0n8C

23.01.2022 If Potts Point didn't already have enough action on its plate, PP has now snared one of Sydney's hottest chefs. Dan Pepperell (of Restaurant Hubert and Alberto's Lounge fame) will open a French bistro early next year in the landmark Challis Avenue site where the Lotus pop-up finishes its run next month. Find out more here https://www.goodfood.com.au//dan-pepperell-set-to-open-a-f... Hubert | Alberto’s Lounge See more

23.01.2022 If you missed the opening of Nico’s Sandwich Deli in the CBD, you’re forgiven. Lockdown 2.0 came at a particularly unfortunate time for the tiny takeaway-only sandwich and coffee shop. We opened for one single day but we managed to sell around 250 sandwiches, says co-owner Tom Peasnell. Four months later, instead of immediately reopening in the CBD, Nico’s is heading to Fitzroy for a five-month outdoor pop-up. Get herby, Italo-Japanese sangas; Cubanos with smoky pork bell...y; and dirty-but-fresh Chilean hot dogs. Plus, caramilk cookie and soy sauce ice-cream sandwiches. You’ll find it on the corner of Brunswick and Kerr Streets. Find out more here https://bit.ly/2Iok5jP

23.01.2022 Foodservice Australia 2020 souvenir edition show guide is now live! Normally we would be catching up at the Foodservice Australia tradeshow in Sydney at this time seeing the latest food, drink and equipment from over 400 exhibitors. Sadly like the rest of the world, we have had to respond to the pandemic by closing all large events. This show guide has been produced as an industry directory so you can still connect with all the exhibitors you would have seen at the show. It... is a complete and current guide to new products and suppliers for the food industry. We encourage you to keep it handy and explore our website for even more information from our exhibitors and suppliers. Next year Foodservice Australia will be running from 27 - 29 June at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre. If you are looking for new ideas, then we hope to see you there in real life. Until then, we thank you for your support and wish you the very best for the rebuild of our wonderful industry. View the show guide here http://www.foodserviceaustralia.com.au/news/2020-show-guide

23.01.2022 The Australian Bureau of Statistics last week said cafes, restaurants and takeaway food led the increase in retail sales in October. National retail sales were 7.3 per cent higher than in October 2019, seasonally adjusted. Restaurant & Catering Industry Association boss Wes Lambert CPA, FGIA, MAICD welcomed the figures. "People are eating out more," he said. "Instead of going overseas they're consuming food and beverages."

22.01.2022 The New Technology Hub will be launching at Foodservice Australia 2021 - helping start-ups and tech businesses showcase their point of sale options, menu costing programs, staffing apps, paging systems and ordering apps. This exciting new space will help visitors looking to streamline and innovate process within their business. You can find it within the Foodservice Australia tradeshow running from 27-29 June 2021 at Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre. If you are interested in exhibiting you can contact our friendly team here https://www.foodserviceaustralia.com.au/exh/exhibit-with-us

21.01.2022 The focus at Fenn Foods is on innovation, sustainability and deliciousness, which is what you'll see in all their plant-based meat products. From their irresistible "Bacon" Bits to their versatile vEEF Classic Mince, they can help venues take advantage of the growing demand for plant-based options. At next year's event they will be sampling their vEEF Classic "Meatballs"; perfect in a rich tomato sauce or nestled between two slices of bread. We can't wait to taste test! ... Find out more here https://veef.com.au/ VEEF by Fenn Foods

20.01.2022 The former Acme chef is returning to the acclaimed Freshwater Italian diner to lead its wine bar all summer. Mitch Orr the pasta whizz who co-founded seminal Rushcutters Bay diner Acme, headed up the kitchen at Maurice Terzini’s CicciaBella Italian and has worked at Sepia and Pilu at Freshwater has been appointed head chef of Pilu’s new Baretto Nights wine bar. Find out more here https://bit.ly/3o8BPzE

18.01.2022 Eden Grape Spritz is made with all-natural, Australian-grown grape juice and grape water to create a sophisticated sparkling drink. Expertly blended to balance the subtle sweetness of Sweet Sapphire grapes with a tantalising hint of fizz, it’s delicious on its own or mixed with your favourite spirit as an indulgent low alcohol option. Light, refreshing and undeniably alluring, Eden grape spritz brings a little luxury to your everyday or special times with friends.... Try Eden Spritz at Foodservice Australia running 27 - 29 June 2021 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC). Register for your free ticket here https://rpg.infosalons.com.au/FOODSERVICE21M/ #foodserviceaustralia

18.01.2022 A Helping Hand for Hospo As a friend of the hospo world, iugis understand how hard 2020 has been. So they wish to lift your spirits and give you something to be excited about. With that, they hope to inspire you to think sustainably and look towards a brighter future. Enter below for a chance to win a food waste digester for your business or workplace, along with a weekend away for yourself. The winner will be announced on 17 December 2020.... Enter here https://offer.iugis.com/iugis-big-giveaway/

18.01.2022 Easyvend is the complete online food & beverage distribution software, simplifying the way you manage your business. EasyVend handles route management, invoicing, inventory control, standard orders, mobile application and proof of delivery as standard. Add Australia’s favourite Web-based accounting package, Xero, to complete your integrated solution from start to finish. Their wide range of innovative features will open up so many opportunities for food & beverage distribut...ors. To celebrate EasyVend latest release, they are offering all EasyVend subscribers FREE eCommerce Website creation up until the end of December. Simply register for a no-obligation demo of EasyVend. Click here to register https://bit.ly/36R0n8C

17.01.2022 The Japanese fusion restaurant has opened on the 10th floor of Adelaide’s new Crowne Plaza hotel. Expect katsu sandwiches, gyoza and plenty of SA seafood. Find out more about KOOMO here https://www.broadsheet.com.au//koomo-brings-sapporo-style-

17.01.2022 Registrations are now open for the Certified Foodservice Professional (CFSP) courses, which will be running online for the first time next year. These popular courses help to improve the knowledge and skills of people working in sales, purchasing and service in the hospitality industry. They are globally recognised and have been completed by over 350 people in Australia and New Zealand. These courses are organised and endorsed by the National Association of Food Equipment ...Suppliers. They are presented online by industry expert Doug Fryett. The March course is sold out but bookings are now open for June and October. Numbers are limited so you should book early. For more information and bookings visit www.nafes.com.au

16.01.2022 Creative Ingredients Pty Ltd brings you the highest quality machinery from Valmar and gelato ingredients from MEC3 served to you Australia wide. They will be showcasing their specialty Italian chocolate range from ICAM at Foodservice Australia running 27 - 29 June 2021 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Come by and try their premium products on Stand P8! ... Register for your free ticket here https://rpg.infosalons.com.au/FOODSERVICE21M/ #foodservice

16.01.2022 Now Book It is an online reservation platform helping thousands of restaurants reduce cost, enhance their online presence and build a huge database of customers who they can then market to. Now Book It is white labelled, so your customers feel like they are dealing directly with you! 10 reasons why Now Book It is loved by restaurants https://nowbookit.com/10-reasons-why-now-book-it-is-loved/

16.01.2022 Shepherd Filters are proudly Australian-made disposable kitchen grease filters that capture up to 98% of airborne grease before it penetrates the kitchen exhaust system! Benefit from significantly less grease build-up inside the hoods, ducts & fan, reducing maintenance costs and leaving operators with a cleaner kitchen exhaust system year-round. Quick and easy to install, Shepherd Filters are made from 100% fire-retardant wool and are fully bio-degradable.... Find out more about Shepherd Filters here https://shepherdfilters.com/

15.01.2022 Congratulations to all the competitors in the Nestlé Golden Chef's Hat Award which moved online this year. See an overview of the competition and the virtual awards in this exciting video. And you can meet the Nestle Professional team at Foodservice Australia in Melbourne next June.

15.01.2022 Victoria has its groove back, and Attica chef Ben Shewry is celebrating by launching a new casual outdoor venue in the Yarra Valley. Attica Summer Camp is due to launch before Christmas on the former site of Lillydale Estate winery in Seville, with a party-friendly covered space among the vines. Find out more here https://bit.ly/38J46Yo.... Attica Restaurant Melbourne See more

15.01.2022 In huge news for the Australian food industry it has been announced that ASX listed Bega Cheese has struck a deal to buy Lion's Dairy & Drinks business. Brands include Pura, Big M, Farmers Union, Yoplait, Farmers Union and Daily Juice.

15.01.2022 Victoria is getting closer to normal with restrictions on the hospitality industry eased further this week. Here are the major points for cafes, restaurants and bars: > Venues under 200m2 can now have up to 50 patrons indoors with a maximum density of 1 person per 2m2 > Venues over 200m2 can now have up to 150 patrons indoors with a maximum density of 1 person per 4m2... > Venues can have up to 300 patrons outdoors with a maximum density of 1 person per 2m2 > There are no longer any limits on the size of groups. But patrons must still be seated for meal and drink service. > Venues must record names and telephone numbers of all patrons who remain longer than 15 minutes Well done to everyone in Victoria for helping our industry get back to work. Make sure you support your local cafes and restaurants! https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/cafes-and-restaurants-vi

15.01.2022 This year for the first time we can all watch the presentation of the Nestle Golden Chefs Hat. Set a reminder for 2.30pm on Tuesday 17 November!

14.01.2022 Yakult Australia commenced production in January 1994 and are proud to have served Australian families ever since. Backed by more than 80 years of research, Yakult was the first probiotic drink available in the Australian market. Each 65ml bottle of Yakult contains 6.5 billion CFU of highly acid-resistant bacteria, exclusive to Yakult. This means that every millilitre of Yakult contains 100 million (100, 000, 000) of the live Lactobacillus casei Shirota strain! Find out more... about the benefits of Yakult here https://yakult.com.au/ See more

14.01.2022 One Sydney suburb has found itself at the epicentre of food chatter, with a posse of hatted chefs and emerging restaurateurs opening new venues there, as well as generating one of the juiciest restaurant rumours of 2020. No, it isn't Chippendale or Marrickville. Cast your eyes toward the clean streets of Double Bay. Find out which big names are heading to Double Bay https://bit.ly/37UjYac

14.01.2022 The lockdown has taught us all how much we love dining out. The good news according to recent data is that we are making up for lost time as the restrictions ease. Let’s hope that Melbourne can open up soon too.

12.01.2022 Looking for flavours that go the distance? Try using MasterFoods Whole Egg Mayonnaise & Caesar Salad Dressing as a way to coat your meat and vegetables. A super simple & effective way to layer flavour in your dishes. Try MasterFoods range and meet the Mars foodservice team at Foodservice Australia running 27 - 29 June 2021 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC).... Register for your free ticket here https://rpg.infosalons.com.au/FOODSERVICE21M/

11.01.2022 Premier Dan Andrews has just announced an easing of restrictions in Melbourne starting tonight: > The 25km and metropolitan travel limits have been removed > Hospitality venues can have up to 40 patrons indoors with one person per 4m2 and 70 patrons outdoors with one person per 2m2. It is important to note the maximum of 10 patrons per space indoors remains. ... > Indoor entertainment venues such as theatres and museums can open with maximum 20 people per space and density limits > Live music can return with a 5m distance from audience and 2m between performers > Maximum of two visitors in private homes remain, but can be from different households and no daily limit From 22 November they will ease further: > Hospitality venues can have up to 100 patrons indoors with one person per 4m2 and 200 patrons outdoors with one person per 2m2. Total venue capacity is 300 patrons. > Food courts increase capacity to the lesser of 50% of normal seating or a density of one person per 8m2 and a maximum of four per table. Outdoors this is limited to 50 people per area and one person per 2m2 with a maximum of 20 per table. > Funerals and weddings can have 100 people indoors > Private gatherings can have up to 10 people in private houses and 50 people in public places See the summary of Step 3 and Last Step here: https://www.premier.vic.gov.au//201108%20-%20Third%20Steps

10.01.2022 The Victorian Government is giving away up to 120,000 $200 travel vouchers to get people travelling to regional Victoria. It’s part of a plan to help support the regional restaurants, pubs, hotels, wineries and small businesses struggling because of the pandemic. Find out how you could get your hands on one here https://www.broadsheet.com.au//victorian-government-giving

08.01.2022 Three Blue Ducks crew will open the fifth outpost later this month at Nimbo Fork Lodge near Gundagai. The venture is a happy by-product of the 2020 pandemic. With their interests stretching from Bronte to Byron Bay and now the lower reaches of the Snowy Mountains, the Three Blue Ducks are becoming the surf, dive and ski of hospitality groups. Find out more here https://www.goodfood.com.au//three-blue-ducks-heads-to-the

08.01.2022 Merry & Modern are the exclusive Australian distributor of 1handPlate. The 1handPlate is the original one-handed plate that makes snacking while socialising a breeze. The elegantly curved design makes it easy to handle both glass and food with only one hand! Whether you are a catering company, restaurant, event hall or tableware Store, 1handPlate might be a great fit for your business.... Contact the team to learn more here https://www.merryandmodern.com.au/collections/vendors

06.01.2022 If you’re looking for something unique for your menu, you will find it at the Specialty Producers Pavilion at Foodservice Australia running 27 - 29 June 2021 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC). The Specialty Producers Pavilion is an exciting feature that showcases boutique food, drink and ingredient suppliers from all over Australia. We know how important it is to find boutique Australian suppliers with quality products not found on your competitors’ me...nus or shelves. You can literally taste all the new ideas and meet the producers behind the products. Check out superb speciality products from brands like VEEF by Fenn Foods, Nectar Cold Pressed, Garlicious Grown Braidwood, Brunswick Aces, Big Owl Foods, and KANSOM, just to name a few. If you work in the hospitality or food industry, you can register now for a free ticket to visit Foodservice Australia. Register here https://rpg.infosalons.com.au/FOODSERVICE21M/ #foodserviceaustralia #specialityproducers #artisanfoods #tradeonly

06.01.2022 The Sweet Spot host Nerida Conway started pav.queen, a pavlova home delivery service, to save her sanity last August. She had never planned a side job in dessert, but became so obsessed with, and good at, making the fruit-stacked, fluffy-souled pavs, she has taken over a former butcher's shop at 48 Wingrove Street, Alphington, to make the side hustle her main gig. Read more about great Melbourne's pandemic food side hustlers here https://www.goodfood.com.au//many-of-melbournes-pandemic-f

05.01.2022 For the first time, Australian Gourmet Traveller has announced the Gourmet Traveller Hospitality Honours List, presented by PorkStar and Abercrombie & Kent. This list celebrates the individuals and businesses who have turned adversity into opportunity during one of the worst crises to hit our vibrant industry. Find out who made this list here https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au//gourmet-traveller-hos

04.01.2022 What's snuck onto the scene since you've been on holiday? Add these new bars, restaurants and pop-ups to your list! Melbourne openings you might have missed https://www.goodfood.com.au//midsummer-catch-up-hot-and-ne

04.01.2022 The last 12 months have been a whirlwind, and while many would probably like to forget 2020, its impact will be felt for years to come. While there have been many noteworthy events this year, the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the food and beverage industry is huge. The pandemic changed the way consumers shop, socialise, entertain and morewhich is why it will be the biggest driver of food and beverage trends this year. Operators are paying special attention to takeaway m...enus after enforced restaurant shutdowns, and venues have had great success with takeaway food and drink that provide an element of comfort to customers. Many operators have also delved into the meal-kit world, limited or set menus. There has been an increased presence of technology that allows customers to view menus on their phones, order meals and pay when they’re ready. Connecting with producers is a high priority for chefs with more and more customers becoming increasingly aware of supporting local and sustainable practices. With 85% of consumers saying they’ve made changes to their food consumption due to COVID-19 there is a lot of change on the horizon! Here are some trends we’re already seeing that are set to be big in 2021. Read more 2021 trends here https://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/2021-trends/

03.01.2022 Interstate travel is a little tricky right now. The next best thing: play tourist in your own town with a CBD staycation. And next month there’ll be a new destination to try W Melbourne , one of the city’s newest luxury hotels, opens on February 4. The Flinders Lane hotel is part of Cbus Property’s $1.25 billion Collins Arch precinct, which will bring four new restaurants and bars to Melbourne. W Melbourne’s flagship restaurant is Lollo, a day-to-night diner with Coda and ...Tonka executive chef Adam D’Sylva at the helm. Read more here https://www.broadsheet.com.au//luxury-hotel-w-melbourne-op

03.01.2022 Melbourne is finally opening with restrictions on hospitality and retail to ease from this Wednesday. This is fabulous news for the food and hospitality industry. From Wednesday 28 October > All retail stores open... > Hospitality can reopen with 20 indoors (max 10 per space) and 50 outdoors (max 10 per group) > Food courts can reopen (max 2 per table and average 1 person per 8m2) > Weddings can have up to 10 and Funerals 20 From Monday 9 November > People can move freely throughout Melbourne and regions > Hospitality moves to 40 indoors - but still a maximum of 10 per space > Hospitality moves to 70 outdoors - maximum average 1 person per 4m2

03.01.2022 We are excited to introduce the Virtual Food Expo - the new place to find products for your café, restaurant or supermarket! We have curated over 300 suppliers of food, drink and equipment all based right here in Australia. You can learn more about their products and make contact through this online marketplace. You can also find new ideas in our seminar theatre and discover tips and tricks in the education centre. Watch videos from chefs John Casey, Venessa Barnes, John Mc...Fadden and many more. Start exploring the Virtual Food Expo online now https://www.virtualfoodexpo.com.au/

03.01.2022 This week we visited a new pizzeria called Back Beach in the seaside town of Sorrento. We knew it was going to be good when we met the two Italian chefs and saw the beautiful wood fired oven by Marana Forni Australia Pty Ltd

02.01.2022 Alternative by nature, The Alternative Dairy Co. create plant-based milks for coffee-based people. Aussie owned and made, they focus on using Australian ingredients, including Aussie Almonds and Oats, to craft the best non-dairy alternatives for cafés. As true artisans and enthusiasts. The Alternative Dairy Co. are driven by what nature gave us to achieve that elusive ultimate experience in a cup. Find out more here https://altdairyco.com/

02.01.2022 Are you team granola, or team cereal? Kellogg’s are putting their foot down and saying that the two can work together. The team at Retail World chat with Kellogg’s to weigh in https://bit.ly/35SiMBA