Talking food with Bidfood

In this episode, host Rhia Harry sits down with Culinary Development Chef Adam Denny to explore the top food and drink trends shaping 2025. From the rise of regional and international cuisines to the growing demand for innovative drinks and small plates, we cover the trends set to make a big impact across various sectors. Whether you’re in hospitality, leisure, or foodservice, this episode will leave you inspired with fresh ideas to enhance your offerings. Find out more about our food and drink trends for 2025 here. Participants: Host: Rhia Harry- Senior Insights and Research Executive for Bidfood Guest: Adam...

In this episode, Heather Dolan, Nutrition Manager at Bidfood, explores the British Dietetic Association (BDA) Care Home Digest—a highly anticipated resource created to help care homes meet the nutritional needs of their residents and enhance the mealtime experience. She is joined by two expert guests who played key roles in developing the Care Home Digest as part of the working group. What you’ll learn in this episode: Tune in to discover more about this valuable care home resource. The Interactive Care Home Participants: Host: Heather Dolan, Nutrition Manager at Bidfood Guests: Timestamps 00:00- Intro 04:30- Where did the concept for...

In this episode, host Olivia Jackson dives into how the new UK government’s policies will shape the future of the National Health Service (NHS). Join us for an in-depth discussion with three distinguished guests who bring valuable perspectives on NHS challenges and potential opportunities under the new administration.  What you will learn in this episode:  Tune in to explore what lies ahead for one of the UK’s most vital institutions.  Participants:  Host: Olivia Jackson, Customer Marketing Manager, Bidfood UK  Guests:  Timestamps 00:00- Intro 2:51-Have you seen any changes in policy that could have an impact on the NHS? 6:36- Do you...

Join host Ashley Hollidge as we dive into the future of food service live from the Taste of Bidfood event, held at the legendary Silverstone Circuit. Join us as we uncover the latest industry insights, emerging trends, and innovations shaping the food service industry. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Tune in to gain a competitive edge and stay ahead in the fast-evolving foodservice landscape. Our 2025 food and drinks trends Our Open Doors programme More information on our care home sector page Participants: Host: Ashley Hollidge, Digital Marketing executive for Bidfood UK Guests: Time stamps: 00:00- Intro 00:49- Interview...

It’s a fresh food takeover! In this episode, we delve into the latest trends in fresh, touching on the trifecta – fish, meat, and produce – with insights from Natalie Hudd, Director of Sales at Direct Seafoods, and Jodie Gamson, Marketing Manager at Bidfresh. Discover what’s popular in the fresh food industry and what consumers are loving in 2024 and beyond… Find out more about what’s trending in the world of fresh in ‘The Juice’, Bidfresh’s 2024 Fresh trends report here. Explore all of our latest food and drinks trends for 2025 here. Participants: Host: Amelia Russell, Marketing executive at...

Join host Cally Ip and co-host Gavin Squires to discuss how the 2024 General Election will impact school meals. We are joined by industry greats Dr Andy Kemp MBE and Patricia Fellows MBE to breakdown the current scene of school catering and discuss the impact of politics on school meal funding. We talk about the current struggles of school catering, discuss the idea of expanding Universal Infant Free School Meals, and share what the next elected government can do ensure every child is fed a nutritious hot meal. This is a key topic which will impact the next generation and...

Join host Ashley Hollidge and co-host Valeria Potsinok to discuss the exciting and developing world of regenerative agriculture in 2024. We are joined by special guests Kate Edley, Brand and Category Lead Savoury Food, Nestlé Professional and Katrina Harrison Brand and Activation Lead, Nestlé Professional, who breakdown the complex world of regenerative farming and dive deep into it’s importance to the future of foodservice. Whether you’re new to the topic of Regenerative Farming, are an expert or just curious about this topic we hope you will find this an interesting discussion. Click here to read Bidfood’s 2023 sustainability report: Bidfood...

Join host Ashley Hollidge discussing the top food and drinks trends for 2024, with attendees at our Taste of Bidfood: Access All Areas event. This event was all about customers, and suppliers joining together to celebrate food and innovation, strengthen their knowledge in workshops, and getting the full access all areas experience at our depot tours. Our special guests for the episode are from Elior, Heinz, The Alchemist, the Bidfood digital team and our CEO for Bidcorp UK, Andrew Selley. They give their hot takes and predictions for food and drink in 2024, their highlights of the event and share...

Join our host Cally Ip with guest speaker Rob Smith, Senior Head Chef at University of Bristol to hear how he is implementing healthier and more sustainable menus in his university. We’re also joined by our Head of Sustainability, Julie Owst, and our Nutrition Manager, Heather Dolan, who join us who dive into the importance of changing the future of university menus, today, and how easy it can be to do. For this episode, we discuss healthy and sustainable menu principles such as eating less red meats, sugar alternatives, and more, as well as how universities can easily bring these...

Join guest host Emily Butler, with Amanda Whatley and Heather Dolan to discuss all things vegetable intake and nutritious school meals. We talk about ways to break down barriers of healthy eating in schools, why balanced meals are so important to children’s development and learning, as well as how school caterers can continue to make a real difference. Our guest for this episode is Amanda Whatley, Business Development Manager at HC3S, who joins us to discuss simple, yet impactful ways schools can encourage students to care about healthy eating and what methods she finds helps students increase their intake of...