How To's and Guides
- Emily De Vogele
- Jan 31, 2025
Steel And Metal Tableware Guide: How To Care For And Clean Your Metal Pieces
Metal and steel tableware is a popular trend that seems to be on the rise. With an uptick in rustic and natural themes at restaurants, many owners and managers find themselves turning to metal tableware to add a splash of realism to the tabletop. Metal tableware requires a bit more work when it comes to cleaning and storage. Unlike porcelain ...
- Siddra Afzal
- Jan 24, 2025
A Comprehensive Guide to Indian Tableware
Indian cuisine is more than just food, it’s an experience. The combination of bold flavours, aromatic spices, and vibrant colours makes every dish a sensory delight. But what truly enhances this experience is the right tableware, which not only adds authenticity but also elevates the overall presentation. At Cooksmill, we specialise in ...
- Emily De Vogele
- Jan 17, 2025
How To Clean A Commercial Kitchen? A Cooksmill Hospitality Guide
Cleaning is an essential part of life. From cleaning around the house to offices, schools and kitchens, there’s no underestimating the importance of a clean and hygienic workplace. A clean kitchen isn't just about looking nice, it's crucial for food safety, employee health, and overall business success. Proper cleaning techniques help to ...
- Emily De Vogele
- Dec 6, 2024
Melamine Crockery Care Guide
Melamine is a food-safe plastic crockery that can be used in a multitude of settings. It is durable and easy to clean, making it a great alternative to porcelain and ceramics. Melamine is virtually unbreakable so you don’t have to worry about wait staff or customers chipping or breaking these pieces. Known for also being ...
- Siddra Afzal
- Nov 15, 2024
Porcelain Perfection: A Comprehensive Care Guide
With its delicate beauty and durability, porcelain has been a staple in kitchens and dining rooms for centuries. Whether you're an experienced chef or a home cook, understanding how to care for your porcelain crockery is essential to preserving its elegance and functionality. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the intricacies of ...
- Emily De Vogele
- Nov 8, 2024
Best Practices for Hot Food Displays and Safe Food Handling
Hot food displays are common practice across most food service establishments. But they are more than just a visual feast to entice customers, they can impact customer satisfaction and overall sales and hygiene stats. Keeping your hot food display clean is key, but there are so many more tips and tricks in order to achieve the most mouthwatering ...
- Emily De Vogele
- Oct 25, 2024
Essential Food Safety Handling Tips For Businesses
Food safety management is key for businesses and establishments that serve, handle or prepare food in any capacity. You must ensure that you have the correct food safety management procedures in place to adhere to UK Law and prevent fines and punishment. Food businesses must ensure that their food practices minimise the risk of harm to the ...
- Emily De Vogele
- Oct 11, 2024
Cutlery Care Guide: Keep Your Silverware Sparkling
Looking after your cutlery ensures longevity and saves costs over time as replacements will be rare and infrequent. While it may seem easier to put everything in the dishwasher and hope for the best, this can result in scratches and dulling your pieces over time. Knives, forks and spoons are seemingly easy, but specialist cutlery might take a bit ...
- Siddra Afzal
- Aug 9, 2024
Maximise Your Kitchen Space: Essential Tips for Cafes and Restaurants
In the fast-paced world of hospitality, kitchen space is an important asset for cafes and restaurants. Whether you’re opening a new establishment or looking to optimise your existing space, these space-saving tips can significantly enhance your kitchen's efficiency and productivity.Rethink Your Kitchen Layout
You may find that re-organising ...
- Emily De Vogele
- Aug 2, 2024
How To Safely Deliver Your Pizza
Safe pizza delivery involves protecting the quality of the pizza and ensuring customer satisfaction. When someone orders a pizza for delivery, they imagine a perfectly cooked pizza with the perfect amount of cheese and toppings. There’s nothing worse than receiving a cold pizza, and no surer way to offend customers. For the best repeat ...