Caffe Culture 2016!

VISIT US AT CAFFE CULTURE 2016!

Please attribute any quotes to Kris Brearley, Sales Director, R H Hall

Visit R H Hall Foodservice Solutions on Stand A14 to see the latest product innovations from our exclusive brands! We will be showing the latest products from our Key Brand portfolio, including: Newly launched for 2016, the exclusive New Covent Garden Soup Server is a world first from the UK’s No. 1 Chilled Soup Brand.

The New Covent Garden Soup Server offers fresh tasting soup anywhere, anytime! Fully automatic and easy to use, earn profit from day one with this complete, innovative, soup serving solution!
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Joining the Smeg Foodservice range of Commercial Ovens is the brand new ALFA140UK – with a 4x 1/1 GN capacity, all on a 13 amp plug! Smeg are already the choice of a number of leading UK Operators and our Food Solutions team will be demonstrating the fantastic results available.

PLUS, register your interest in our products by visiting the team on Stand A14 to be in with a chance of winning a Smeg ALFA43UK!*

Bestselling innovations from Maestrowave will also be available to view, including the hugely successful Combi Chef 7 – Your Intelligent Chef! - and the iWave® range of Automated Foodservice Solutions.

For more details please visit www.rhhall.com
or contact the R H Hall Sales Team – 01296 663400 or sales@rhhall.com

R H Hall are the Exclusive UK Distributor for the Smeg Foodservice range of Commercial Ovens, the New Covent Garden Soup Server, Maestrowave Catering Equipment and iWave® Automated Foodservice Solutions.

R H Hall, Hallco House, Beacon Court, Pitstone Green Business Park, Pitstone, Beds, LU7 9GY 

T: 01296 663400 F: 01296 663401 E: sales@rhhall.com W: www.rhhall.com

ALFA140UK now available in the UK!

NEW SMEG ALFA140UK – NOW AVAILABLE IN THE UK!

As seen at Hotelympia 2016, the brand new Smeg ALFA140UK oven is now available in the UK.

Perfect for baking and reheating, the ALFA140UK is

designed to accept 4x 1/1 GN containers (or 600x400mm trays). 

This model also features a 50-250°C temperature range and 60 minute timer, plus a double glazed door and stainless steel interior.

Designed to work with a standard 13 amp plug, this model can simply be unboxed and plugged in, so is ready to use in minutes!

The ALFA140UK leads the way for a brand new range of Smeg ovens due in 2016 - enhancing the existing best selling Oven range with additional Multifunction and Combination options, all featuring a new innovative control system.

Available to order now from the R H Hall Sales Team – 01296 663400 or sales@rhhall.com

– with special launch offers available!

R H Hall, Hallco House, Beacon Court, Pitstone Green Business Park, Pitstone, Beds, LU7 9GY 

T: 01296 663400 F: 01296 663401 E: sales@rhhall.com W: www.rhhall.com

Commercial Kitchen Show 2016

Make sure you don't miss us a Commercial Kitchen Show 2016 Visit us on stand J34

HCA Forum

HCA Forum 2016

Make sure you come and visit us on Stand 4 on the 14th and 15th of April, at the HCA National Leadership and Development Forum 2016 at Acc Liverpool. We will be bringing along the Exclusive Covent Garden soup server and the iWave.

R H Hall, Hallco House, Beacon Court, Pitstone Green Business Park, Pitstone, Beds, LU7 9GY 

T: 01296 663400 F: 01296 663401 E: sales@rhhall.com W: www.rhhall.com

Combi Ovens, Grills and Barbecues : April 2016

COMBI OVENS, GRILLS & BARBECUES- CASUAL DINING APRIL 2016

Are there any new features or technologies improving the performance of combi ovens, grills and barbecues? 

Outdoor eating is a growing area of the UK market and operators should be taking the opportunities for extra revenue that barbecues can provide seriously. Whilst portable, folding options remain popular, there is a place for more permanent outdoor kitchens that can be used over and over again throughout the Spring and Summer months. With the Crown Verity Professional Barbecue range, operators can either create their own BBQ Station by combining a barbecue with prep areas, refrigeration and even branding – or look at ready made options, such as the MBI80 which includes a 36” barbecue with side burner and storage.

What are the main benefits to operators using these various cooking appliances? 

The main advantage of using a barbecue is that it can be used to create a completely new menu, in addition to a standard food offering and is a great way to generate extra revenue during the Spring and Summer months. A barbecue can enhance special events or even just add an extra dimension to Summer weekends.

Are there any particular kitchen requirements for operators to be able to install and use combi ovens, grills and barbecues in their restaurant?

Provided some sort of outdoor area is available, any establishment can quickly and easily set up a barbecue for use almost immediately. Charcoal and Gas options are available, with gas options using portable gas cylinders. Operators should also consider some kind of portable hand wash station and also prep/serving areas to avoid constant back & forth to the main kitchen. The Crown Verity range includes both simple charcoal barbecues and versatile, portable gas options. Also available in the CVEHS hand wash station and the range can easily be paired with Simply Stainless Modular Fabrication to create a complete outdoor kitchen!

What foods are best cooked on combi ovens, grills and barbecues in the casual dining sector?

Traditional barbecue foods such as burgers, sausages and steaks will always be a hit with customers and very few will be able to resist the smell of a barbecue on a summer afternoon. The Crown Verity MCB range includes models capable of cooking anything from 210 – 560 burgers per hour, with a grill to suit to output of any user! However, events such as the British BBQ Battle – now in its 5th year – demonstrate that Barbecue cooking need not be restricted to food served in a bun! Chefs from across the industry have been able to turn out very impressive 3 course menu’s year after year and with a little bit of creative thinking venues can offer exciting menu options to appeal to a wide range of customers. Past BBQ Champion, Ben Bartlett, regularly demonstrates innovative ways to spice up your BBQ menu – Follow him on Twitter - @bbqben1 – for the latest news.

The Crown Verity range of Professional Barbecue systems includes a wide range of accessories such as griddles, steam pans and additional side burners to allow a vast and varied menu.

For more information, visit:
www.rhhall.com, www.crownverity.com or our You Tube channel for videos showing the versatility of the Crown Verity range.

R H Hall are the Exclusive UK Distributor for the Crown Verity range of Professional Barbecue Systems

R H Hall, Hallco House, Beacon Court, Pitstone Green Business Park, Pitstone, Beds, LU7 9GY 

T: 01296 663400 F: 01296 663401 E: sales@rhhall.com W: www.rhhall.com

Lunch, Microwaves : April 2016

MICROWAVES LUNCH BUSINESS APRIL 2016

Please attributes any quotes to Kris Brearley, Sales Director, R H Hall

Leading brands are developing models with new features and functionality in response to customers looking for product innovation. One key is not just the equipment itself, but in menu’s and food products too – the marrying of equipment and food/menu developments to get the maximum quality, value for money and labour saving solutions. We have been working with leading food producers and packaging companies to develop dishes specifically for microwave regeneration.
Microwaves today are split into 2 main categories – standard microwave only, which are perfect for reheating a wide range of foods – and combination microwaves, which offer huge versatility for cooking a wider range of products, with the speed of microwave cooking.
There will always be a place in every kitchen for a basic microwave, but future developments are likely to focus on automation, particularly for multi-sited operations. Menu consistency is key and machines which offer easy menu programming will become more and more appealing.
In addition, energy efficiency is a top requirement for many users and is fast becoming a definite key feature. Machines that can produce optimum results whilst keeping energy usage low will meet the needs of many new or refurbished kitchens.

The market leading Sharp range of microwaves available through RH Hall offer heavy and extra heavy duty build quality with total control, flexibility and versatility –with in-built features to save time and energy. The best-selling range goes from 1000W to 1900W to cater for all foodservice applications and are available in both touchpad or manual control versions. The Maestrowave Combi Chef 7 is able to operate in a variety and combination of cook modes making it the most flexible, efficient and easy to use oven yet! It can bake, roast, grill, steam, defrost, regenerate, microwave, boil or simply keep food warm - this is the oven that can do it all. This high speed oven features Menu Creator 2.0™ software. Packed with features, the oven will produce the best results at the simple touch of a button – a total combination of 11 cooking modes can be used to achieve top quality results. Up to 99 menus can be pre-programmed to ensure consistency time after time. But don’t be daunted, the Menu Creator 2.0™ is extremely easy to use; however, if required, full technical support is available from RH Hall. There is a web video available on line which demonstrates the benefits of combination Microwave ovens - visit www.rhhall.com and follow the link on the home page.

The revolutionary iWave® Foodservice Solution uses microwave technology to provide a fully automated, ‘straight to plate’ system. With barcode scanners replacing traditional touchpad or manual controls, the iWave® offers a ‘fool-proof’ solution for certain applications – vending, care homes, hospitals and schools to name just a few. We can work with various food companies to fully test and develop a bespoke menu for any site. With e-reporting options available, stock and budget control can be also managed easily.

For more information:  www.rhhall.com www.maestrowave.com

R H Hall, Hallco House, Beacon Court, Pitstone Green Business Park, Pitstone, Beds, LU7 9GY 

T: 01296 663400 F: 01296 663401 E: sales@rhhall.com W: www.rhhall.com

OOH, Oven Feature : April 2016

OOH MAGAZINE – APRIL 2016 OVENS FEATURE

What types of ovens are available? 

There are a lot of options on the equipment market for ovens - the choice is wide and varied and comes down to personal preference as well as space and budget restrictions. Whatever the preference though, it has to be a versatile and flexible workhorse able to make light work of the most demanding and varied dishes and be able to respond to the on-going changing demands that come with any professional commercial kitchen. Most operations want to offer a varied and attractive food offering and so without a doubt an oven that can ‘multi task’ in response to that will be a good investment. Microwave ovens are definitely an essential part of every commercial kitchen – essential for speed of service yet still allowing a chef to prepare and offer a wide choice of menu. Microwaves are also very energy efficient. If simple reheat and defrosting of foods is required then a microwave will suffice, but if a chef wants to reheat and cook food products then a combination microwave convection oven is well advised. The latest and most flexible combination microwave oven from Maestrowave is the Combi Chef 7. It is able to operate in a combination of modes and can bake, roast, grill, steam, defrost, regenerate, microwave, boil or simply keep food warm all in one flexible, efficient unit. Packed full of new features and the latest version of Menu Creator (Menu Creator 2.0™) the oven will produce the best results ever in super quick time, allowing for 99 menu’s to be pre-programmed using any method of oven, microwave, grill or combination. There is a video showing all the features and benefits of this ‘Intelligent Chef’ online – www.rhhall.com For more traditional oven cooking, the Smeg ALFA Range of bake-off ovens provides an equally flexible solution. Ideal for breakfast service, savouries, breads and morning goods including the most delicate of products, like croissants, can be cooked to perfection. Plus use of these ovens can expand way beyond that – in fact, there is relatively little that can’t be cooked!

What should operators consider before buying new equipment?

Operators should consider their equipment needs in line with current and future menu requirements, numbers and times/peaks in service – for example, it maybe that two smaller, versatile ovens that can adapt to changing service needs are better than investing in one large unit or that for example, one larger bake-off oven could cover a breakfast offering by itself and then bake-off products, such as baguettes, ready to be filled for the lunch service. Space and installation aspects are also key considerations. Consider the footprint of some ovens in comparison to their potential output and whether products can be stacked, one on top of the other. Chefs can easily switch between one or two ovens depending on demand, which will give them great flexibility and potentially added profits when operating to full capacity, off-setting initial outlays. Alternatively a secondary smaller back-up oven such as the Smeg ALFA43UK could be installed to help cater for peaks – or a microwave added for speed. There are a huge range of options to suit and fulfil all needs, whilst remaining cost effective. An oven to look out for: The Smeg ALFA144XE1 has a proven track record of success and is already being used by some of the UK’s leading operators. Recently selected as the winner of the Ranges & Ovens category at the 2015 Product Excellence Awards, this is one of the most technically advanced ovens on the market today, offering an innovative and versatile cooking solution. Also, launching in April 2016 and seen at Hotelympia, the Smeg ALFA140UK is perfect for baking and reheating and designed to accept 4x 1/1 GN containers (or 600x400mm trays). This model also features a 50-250°C temperature range and 60 minute timer, plus a double glazed door and stainless steel interior.

Are there any environmental considerations?

Energy efficiency is extremely important. As the leading independent catering equipment distributor in the UK we work on behalf of a number of the leading brands in the industry and the majority if not all of these companies now manufacture products that have sustainable and environmentally friendly technology in their designs. Equipment is evolving all the time and there are plenty of very good pieces of kit on the market which can help an operation build their green credentials and become more energy efficient. Many ovens will need hard wiring to a certain kW rating, but unique to Smeg is a switchable power supply that can be run from different kW ratings depending on the power on site – anything from 3kW plug-in to 8.3kW 3 phase hardwired - making them ideal for any site with no limitations. The Smeg range also features Double Glazed doors across the range – helping to reduce heat loss.

What features are most useful?

The most important features of an oven will always vary depending on the menu being offered, but as a bare minimum caterers should be looking for an oven that includes at least one fan, with a wide adjustable temperature range and an audible timer. Some operators may prefer manual cooking controls, but in some cases - where the same items are regularly being prepared – preset controls can be a time-saving advantage and also help with uniformity of results. Also look for ovens that are easy to clean and maintain, with stainless steel interiors.

What one tip would you offer on getting the best from your oven?

To help make the right choice, operators must be clear on the intended use of their oven. Look at the volume of throughput, the types of dishes/menu available, variations in service time, staffing skills and find out about the latest features and operational functions before they invest.

R H Hall are the Exclusive UK Distributor for the Smeg Foodservice range of Catering & Bake Off Ovens.

R H Hall, Hallco House, Beacon Court, Pitstone Green Business Park, Pitstone, Beds, LU7 9GY 

T: 01296 663400 F: 01296 663401 E: sales@rhhall.com W: www.rhhall.com

2016 British BBQ Battle

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R H Hall, Hallco House, Beacon Court, Pitstone Green Business Park, Pitstone, Beds, LU7 9GY 

T: 01296 663400 F: 01296 663401 E: sales@rhhall.com W: www.rhhall.com

R H Hall 2016 Easter Fundraising

Easter Fundraising at R H Hall 2016

Here at R H Hall we are always up for a bit of fundraising for charity.
This Easter our chosen charity was Sport Relief 2016 we decided to organise a ‘Sports Themed’ Easter Bonnets competition. 

The prizes were awarded to Sophie Hill & Megan Hall for the best Easter bonnets.