In our COVID-19 world, social distancing is the new normal for so many of us. But keeping six feet of space between each other may take some getting used to – especially in busy restaurants! Although reopening guidelines come from a number of sources and differ geographically, there are a few common themes that have been tried and tested.

Anchor Food Professionals has taken out some top awards at the 2022 International Cheese & Dairy Awards.

A meal that tastes good is just as important to your customers as one that’s good for them - and butter has a deliciously unique flavour that will easily elevate your menu.

Cream is one of the most versatile ingredients your bakery or kitchen can stock – you can pour it, whip it, and add it to everything from drinks and desserts to pasta sauces and soups.

Foodservice delivery was already taking off before 2020 ... and then COVID happened. While a shock, it made many businesses pivot to find new ways of setting up fast, convenient delivery models. And that meant new ways of thinking around pricing and cost management, updated menus, websites, communicating with customers, staff management plus extra food safety and hygiene measures.

A refreshing and deliciously creamy shake. Made with crumbled regal biscuits, topped with a decadent cream cheese topping.

A delicious Pineapple and Lime Cheesecake.

An interesting spin on the classic cauliflower cheese – with a roasted head of cauliflower sitting in a delicious bed of cheesy goodness

Ricotta Gnocchi, wild mushrooms & garlic pangratatto by Chef Todd Thorburn

Classic with a modern twist – a toasty finished with luscious cheese sauce. Pork hock & tasty cheese croque monsieur on wild grain farmers bread with mozzarella bechamel.

Roasted pork, poached fondant potato, cauliflower cheese and poached apples.

Thin Crust Pizza with Roasted Pumpkin Puree, Pistachio, Pickled Red Onions, Preserved Lemon Wedges, Goat Cheese and Anchor Extra Stretch+ Mozzarella. By Chef David Warren - Global Advisory Chef