At Costa Brava Mediterranean Foods, we introduce our new CUTLETS range for the UK market — a practical, flavourful solution that combines quality, consistency and convenience in every serving.

Two delicious options designed for professional kitchens: Pork Cutlet and Mediterranean Pork Burger Cutlet (with a subtle chorizo flavour).

 

Both products are:

• Gluten Free – suitable for a wider range of menus.
• Pre-fried and ready in just 4 minutes from frozen, ensuring quick service and perfect results.
• Fixed weight portions – easy cost control and consistent plating.
• IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) – convenient handling and optimal preservation.

 

The Pork Cutlet offers a tender, juicy texture with a light, golden coating that remains soft and pleasant to bite. Perfect for restaurants, caterers, and ready-meal operators looking for a reliable, easy-to-prepare main dish.

 

The Mediterranean Pork Burger Cutlet adds a unique Mediterranean twist, enhanced with a mild chorizo-style flavour. A versatile and modern option that brings a distinctive taste to sandwiches, plated dishes, or grab & go menus.

With CUTLETS, we bring the authentic Mediterranean flavour to UK Foodservice — a gluten-free, high-quality and time-saving solution that works perfectly in any kitchen.

 

Want to try them?
Contact our sales team and be among the first to add them to your menu.
https://foodservice.costabravafoods.com/

Sysco GB and Meals & More have teamed up to brief parliamentarians on the growing child food poverty crisis facing the UK, and to call on the Government for further support.

The Tackling Food Poverty event, which took place on 22 October, saw MPs, Lords and Westminster colleagues hear about the progress being made to end holiday hunger and the significant hurdles that still need to be overcome.

Ahead of the November budget, it provided the opportunity to talk to MPs about the urgent reforms that are required to strengthen the Holiday, Activities and Food Programme (HAF), which provides the basis for the Government’s response to child hunger in school holidays.

Sharon Hodgson, MP, who sponsored the event, said: “I was pleased to host Sysco and Meals & More in Parliament for this vital issue. As Chair of the APPG on School Food, I have long championed the importance of ensuring every child has access to nutritious meals – not just during term time, but throughout the holidays too. There is a clear and urgent need to strengthen the HAF programme and extend its reach to all children living in poverty. Feeding children is the foundation for their health, wellbeing and ability to thrive in education and beyond.”

 

Meals & More Chair of Trustees, Richard Cooper. said: “We are committed to tackling child hunger and isolation during school holidays. And that means going beyond our direct support for the organisations that provide children with safe and fulfilling activities, to engaging our MPs and policy makers on the wider challenges. We are reassured by the engagement across the House and the support for our call on the Government to extend the HAF to match the eligibility for free school meals in September – reaching millions more children.”

Sysco GB CEO Paul Nieduszynski said: “Meals & More has provided more than 2.9 million meals over the last ten years. Sadly, it’s clear that there’s much further to go. We need to double down on support for children over the holidays when the safety net of the school system is missing. I’m delighted that Sysco continues to play its part in supporting the work of Meals & More, and to have joined the team at this important event, as it echoes our company purpose which is to share food and care for one another.”

Meals & More was founded by Brakes, a Sysco company, ten years ago and continues to support more than 400 holiday clubs across the UK, supporting provision of healthy meals and enriching activities.

In the fast-paced and often physically demanding environment of frozen food warehousing, efficiency is essential – but so is the well-being of your operators.  Repetitive handling of heavy, cold, or awkwardly shaped goods can quickly lead to fatigue, discomfort, and even injury.  Over time, this can impact productivity, staff retention, and overall warehouse performance.

That’s where the right forklift attachments make a real difference.  Attachments aren’t just tools for moving products – they’re solutions designed to create safer, more ergonomic workflows.

For example:

• Gas Bottle Grab Brackets provide a safe, secure way to lift individual gas cylinders, eliminating the need for awkward manual handling
• Forklift hitches expand the versatility of forklifts, allowing operators to tow or move specialised trolleys and attachments safely
• Drum rotators and specialised grabs help manage awkward loads safely, protecting both operators and products.

 

By prioritising ergonomics and comfort, businesses can see tangible benefits:

• Reduced fatigue and injury risk, leading to fewer workplace accidents and lower absenteeism
• Improved operational efficiency, as confident operators can handle more loads safely in less time
• Reduced product damage, helping maintain quality and minimise waste.

 

Mark Jones, Technical Sales Advisor at Contact Attachments, said: “At Contact Attachments, we specialise in designing forklift attachments tailored to the unique challenges of frozen food operations.  Our solutions are engineered to withstand low temperatures while supporting operators in performing their tasks safely and efficiently.

 

“Investing in the right attachments isn’t just about safety – it’s about creating a productive, sustainable workflow.  A comfortable, confident operator is a productive operator, and the right equipment can make all the difference.”

 

Contact Attachments Ltd has been supporting UK manufacturers for over 50 years and offers a wide range of standard and bespoke material handling solutions to the food and drink sector. Whether you’re handling dairy, beverages, or bulk ingredients, their team is on hand to help find the right solution for your specific needs. For more information, visit: www.forklift-attachments.co.uk or call 01686 611200.

Oakland International’s technology team have come together in support of Movember, the annual November charity campaign dedicated to men’s health, specifically prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention.

 

To spark open conversations around men’s health, the Technology Team is making a noticeable impact across the company, not just through their growing moustaches, but also through growing momentum. Beyond facial hair, some team members are taking on the challenge of completing 60km through walking, biking, swimming, or rowing.

 

Oakland International’s Chief Technology Officer, Steve Naylor, commented: “This initiative came directly from our tech team, and I couldn’t be prouder.

 

“Movember is about more than growing moustaches; it’s about raising awareness and driving real change. We’re excited to see our colleagues and community come together for such a worthy cause.”

 

Throughout November, participants are encouraged to:

• Grow a Mo: Sport a moustache to spark conversations and raise awareness.
• Move for Movember: Walk or run 60km to honour the 60 men lost to suicide every hour globally.
• Donate or Share: Every contribution counts.

 

You can support their campaign here: https://movember.com/t/oakland-international-ltd?mc=1

 

Oakland International will be sharing the team’s updates, photos, and progress throughout the month to celebrate their growing achievements and to inspire others to take part.

 

Added Steve: “The team saw an opportunity to make a difference and ran with it. Their energy and creativity are now helping to inspire colleagues across the company to support and get involved.”

Porky Whites, a Surrey-based sausage manufacturer is proud to have won Best Cocktail Sausage at the annual UK Sausage Week (UKSW) awards for its Thai-Style Cocktail Sausage.

 

Having triumphed at last year’s awards event with our Signature Surrey Pork Sausage for Best Pork Sausage and overall Supreme Sausage Champion, this year’s triumph continues another successful awards campaign for the family-owned and run business.  Porky Whites also received Finalist nominations in the Best Specialty Sausage category for its Cheese, Leek and Black Pepper sausage and the Best Lincolnshire Sausage for its wholesale/foodservice Lincolnshire Sausage.

 

The awards event which took place at Butcher’s Hall in London, kicks off a week-long celebration of the great British banger. Backed by the Yandell Publishing Group and Meat Management magazine the event is designed to support the sausage and pork trade, its suppliers, and to generate interest and increased revenues over the all-important autumn period, a key time for sausage sales both at retail and wholesale.

Francesca Wyatt, Managing Director – Porky Whites Ltd, comments: ”Our Thai-Style with turmeric and coconut cocktail sausage has divided opinion, but this award shows how good it really is! We’ve got a long and successful history in product development so to have our Thai-Style recognised by UK Sausage Week is an incredible feeling. After winning Supreme Sausage Champion in 2024, this latest triumph is hugely satisfying and a reminder that the family business still has a place at the table.”

Sysco GB companies M&J Fresh Seafood and Brakes have been awarded the prestigious 2025 MSC UK Foodservice Supplier of the Year award and have now won the award in 11 of the past 12 years.

As part of its business strategy, Sysco GB is committed to displaying leadership across all aspects of sustainability, which includes responsible sourcing. With more than 120 MSC-certified lines available, the company continues to raise awareness and promote the importance of the quality standard to its customers.

Paul Nieduszynski, Chief Executive Officer, Sysco GB said: “Fish is a key part of our centre of plate offer, and we focus on delivering great value, quality and consistency across the range. MSC ensures that whatever fish our customers choose, they can be reassured that we are sourcing them sustainably.

 

“This award is a good reflection of the work our procurement team undertake in identifying and promoting the right fish to help customers to develop more sustainable menus.”