Organic September
2023-09-01 - 2023-09-30
Organic September is a month-long campaign to raise awareness of the many benefits of organic food and farming. We have a wide selection of organic products from leading brands available, take a look at our online shop for the full range. Why not have a go at cooking our Teriyaki tofu salad jars using organic smoked tofu – perfect for those looking for some new organic products.

Love Lamb Week
2023-09-01 - 2023-09-07
Feast your eyes on our delicious selection of Farmstead Lamb products including high quality prime joints, cutlets and chops which can be used across a variety of dishes for both lunch and dinner options. From stews, curries, burgers and roast dinners, lamb is a staple for any menu! Get inspired in the kitchen with some delicious lamb recipes including this Twerky jerky Dukes and cheese, ideal for takeaways.

British Food Fortnight
2023-09-16 - 2023-10-01
British Food Fortnight is a chance to celebrate all things British when it comes to food and drink. Explore our range of British cuisine recipes from classics such as bread and butter pudding to chocolate cherry scones and a roast lamb Yorkshire pudding burrito. For some more inspiration, view our Top 5 British Products blog to find out some favourites!

National Seafood Month
2023-10-01 - 2023-10-31
Celebrate all things fish and seafood by shaking up your menu for National Seafood month this October. Our Rockport fish range delivers you the freshest catch of the day, take a look out our brochure here for details on our delicious cod, haddock, hake, salmon and more! We’ve got a great selection of recipes which will ensure your menu goes down swimmingly with your customers!

World Porridge Day
2023-10-10
World Porridge Day is still going strong in promoting the health benefits to those choosing to enjoy this breakfast option. A menu staple, porridge is a perfect option for every type of business from commercial outlets to schools, hospitals and care homes. A crowd pleaser, make sure your menu offers a selection of toppings and syrups, like this maple and date porridge pot.

National Baking Week
2023-10-14 - 2023-10-20
National Baking Week is here to get Britain baking! Need some inspiration? Give our Gold & ruby chocolate cake recipe a go and don’t forget gluten free options such as these beautiful Blondies! All the ingredients and utensils you need are over on our online shop, get mixing!
Our online shop is also the perfect destination to fill up on our range of favourite products and store cupboard essentials to create your very own baking masterpieces, no matter what type of business you are.

Halloween
2023-10-31
With the nights beginning to draw in, it’s official – autumn has arrived and with it comes a number of catering opportunities like Halloween. Warm up your customers with selection of hearty meals and hot drinks to keep them content when the temperatures drops, try our Pumpkin mac & cheese bites for spookily delicious addition to your menu or even our tasty Scarily simple Halloween cheesy chickadillas from our Everyday Favourites range.

World Vegan month
2023-11-01 - 2023-11-30
Going vegan isn’t just a trend, it’s become a lifestyle and if you haven’t added a vegan section to your menu – it’s time to make some changes. Add our fantastic range of vegan and plant-based foods to your menu today so you can appeal to the growing vegan market too. Download our Meat Free Space brochure and get ready to change up your menu for Veganuary 2024. Our bank of delicious recipes has a broad vegan selection for you to be inspired by in the kitchen and cook up some tasty vegan treats.

Bonfire Night
2023-11-05
Remember, remember the 5th of November? Bonfire Night is the perfect excuse to add some flavourful winter warming recipes to your kitchen. Why not include some favourites such as our Farmstead bacon & Cheddar brioche bun which is a great option for customers who want something warm to eat whilst watching the fireworks and celebrating outdoors. Not forgetting a selection of hot drinks to help your customers warm up such as our Black + White minty hot chocolate. Have a look at our selection of takeaway menus and guides to help you with the ideal takeaway solution for your business.

St. Andrew's Day
2023-11-30
Celebrating the patron saint of Scotland through Scottish culture, music and most importantly…food! Take a look at our selection of Scottish recipes to add to your menu’s this St Andrews Day and join in with the festivities. Did you know we offer a fantastic range of Scottish wholesale food and drink across Scotland? Take a look at our Bidfood Scotland webpage for more information.

Christmas
2023-12-25
This Christmas is all about enjoying the company around you as well as the delicious food. We know you will be making the most of this festive season and we’ve got everything you need to lay on a super yuletide spread for your customers! Our ‘This is Christmas’ campaign is packed full of everything you need to make this Christmas a cracker, such as insights to help you plan accordingly and fantastic festive menu inspiration. We’ve got plenty of delicious recipes for you to unwrap along with a selection of blogs highlighting key Christmas products. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!

Boxing Day
2023-12-26
Boxing Day is a great time to try new flavours and indulge in your own Boxing Day menu. Take a look at our range on our website where you’ll find our great brands such as Everyday Favourites, offering essential items for any starter, Farmstead for a delicious main meat option and decadent desserts from our Premium Selection. Don’t forget to also include a selection of warming hot chocolates, like our Caramel & banoffee hot chocolate!

New Year’s Eve
2023-12-31
See out 2023 by creating a New Year’s Eve to remember! Our Unity range of wines, beers and spirits (including both low and no alcohol products) covers all your customers’ drink choices so that they can raise a glass in style! Also, our catering supplies range covers all of your tableware, glassware and barware needs. Here’s to 2024, cheers!

National Butchers Week
2024-03-04 - 2024-03-10
We’re proud to celebrate this week by highlighting one of our own- Jim Doherty, who is part of our Farmstead team, holds the accreditation of Master Butcher with The Institute of Meat, and has 48 years’ experience of working in the meat business. Take a look at Jim’s skills in action here! Join us this week by adding new meat dishes to your menu from our Farmstead range, and remind your customers of the great meat selection you already have available.

Mother’s Day
2024-03-30
Make special memories this Mothering Sunday by adding delightful afternoon tea options to your menu! Or why not sweeten the occasion with our range of delicious pastries? Don’t forget to check out our dessert recipes – perfect for making the day truly special.

Easter Sunday
2024-03-31
Get egg-cited this long Easter weekend and tempt your customer’s with delicious food! Easter is a significant holiday for many people worldwide with Lent ending on Easter Sunday, this makes Easter the perfect occasion to cook up some delicious dishes inspired by classic Easter time foods. Why not try our Everyday Favourites Hot Cross Cheesy Buns recipe for a tasty treat or add some special desserts to your menus from our recipe selection.

National Tea Day
2024-04-21
Get involved in National Tea Day and add an specials to your menus. As a nation of fully fledged tea lovers it would be rude not to get involved! Stock up on favourites such as English breakfast, camomile and Earl Grey along with some yummy Afternoon Tea treats on the side. Offer a Passionfruit Iced Tea for your customers who prefer theirs chilled and try our Earl Grey French Toast for something a little different.

St George’s Day
2024-04-23
Wave the flag this St George’s Day as we celebrate England’s patron saint. Offer your customers some true English staples to your menu, starting the day with a full English breakfast, offering a classic dinner of Beer Battered Cod & Chips and of course a Pimms layer cake for a yummy treat!

Cinco de Mayo
2024-05-05
Cinco de Mayo is a celebration that happens on May 5th every year which commemorates the anniversary of Mexico’s victory over the Second French Empire in 1862. To help you celebrate in style, our chefs have created Mexican recipes to help you host the perfect fiesta! Check out our Charred corn elotes with pork and chicken chicharrón – delicious!

Beverage Day
2024-05-06
The day encourages your customers to sit back, relax and enjoy their favourite beverages. Whether they like a hot or a cold drink, the good news is; there is one for every taste. Check out our Unity page which offers a range of wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks or why not add a hot drink to your menu from our Black + White Coffee range. Don’t forget to also check out our great blog on ways you can top-up your profits from customers!

World Fair Trade Day
2024-05-11
World Fair Trade Day is a day to celebrate the fair trade movement, to stand with farmers and workers for fairer pay and decent working conditions. Check out our Black + White Coffee Co. range which offers a variety of Fairtrade certified products, which you can purchase via our online shop!

Coeliac Awareness Week
2024-05-13 - 2024-05-19
Did you know one in 100 people in the UK have coeliac disease?* Coeliac awareness week is the perfect opportunity for you to raise awareness by showcasing your very own range of gluten-free menu options. The market for gluten-free is constantly growing and products are in high demand, our MyRecipes labelling tool available to customers via Bidfood Direct allows you to download a label with all allergens emphasised, find out more about this tool here. Looking for inspiration? Take a look at our gluten-free recipes including snacks, main course options and bakery.
*Coeliac.org.uk

World Cocktail Day
2024-05-13
Blackberry Chai Martini Cocktail, Disaronno Balsamico or Gooseberry Sling? Whatever your cocktail of choice, get involved this World Cocktail Day by offering some classic favourites and mix it up with your own creations. With or without alcohol, when it comes to cocktails the list really is endless! Head over to our Unity page for details on our full offering. Don’t forget to check out our blog on the rapid rise of cocktail crowds!

World Baking Day
2024-05-19
World Baking Day inspires everyone from the most experienced pastry chefs to those who dabble occasionally in the kitchen. Get your bake on and add a delicious treat (or two!) to your menu for a scrummy sweet treat! Our product catalogue has range of great bakery products to help you get started!

National Vegetarian Week
2024-05-20 - 2024-05-26
Change up your menu this National Vegetarian week with some delicious meat free options. Discover our delicious vegetarian range here, from ingredients for scratch cook recipes or ready-to-cook items to help you save time, we have the perfect selection for you. Why not start by adding our delicious Porcini mushroom risotto with pearly grains of rice and nutty, plump mushrooms, topped with grated parmesan to your menu.

British Sandwich Week
2024-05-20 - 2024-05-27
Every year British Sandwich Week celebrates the humble sandwich in all its glory. Be creative and take your menu to the next level with our new spring sandwich recipes. Why not try our Pastrami bun with pickles? Serve it up with extra slaw and some green veggies!

National BBQ Week
2024-05-27 - 2024-06-02
What screams summer more than a smoky barbeque enjoyed outside in the sun? Summer is the season for all things grill including burgers, meats, and salads. Check out our World Foods selection where we have on-trend recipes from around the globe to help you elevate your summer food offering!

National Fish & Chips Day
2024-06-02
It doesn’t get more British than a good old portion of fish and chips, does it? Our range of Rockport Fish offers you the freshest catch of the day, whether you’re crazy for cod or love a tasty tuna, we’ve got your fishy favourites to help you reel those customers in and keep them hooked wanting more!

Healthy Eating Week
2024-06-10 - 2024-06-14
Take this opportunity to cook up some healthy dishes to wow your customers. This is a great time to add more fibre to your menus, toss up a variety of vegetables and be more creative with your proteins. We have an extensive product catalogue which shows the variety in the range we can offer so that you can ensure your customers keep coming back for more!

Beer Day Britain
2024-06-15
Celebrate Britain’s national alcoholic drink and spread beery love. Check out ways to maximise your fridge space here and learn more about our draught beer solutions. Have a look at our product catalogue and stock up so that your customers can say cheers to Beer!
