Alliance Online - Commercial Catering Equipment Suppliers
We can supply all your commercial catering equipment needs from the kitchens to the bar. We have great ranges of industry standard kitchen equipment that is used on a daily basis in many pubs, restaurants and catering establishments.
Along with the products displayed above, we supply a range of cooking, frying, grilling and food preparation equipment, stainless steel sinks & worktops and much more catering supplies.
As a restaurant supplier we stock all the essential tableware items such as glassware, crockery and cutlery but also supply a huge range of accessories and serving utensils you may usually have a hard time tracking down. Our aim is to build the perfect one stop site for bars and restaurants to find the supplies they need.
You can download our catering & kitchen equipment catelogue here in pdf format: Catering Equipment Catalogue - this brochure features our capital equipment and heavy kit. For the most recent version of our catering supplies catalogue please use the link in the footer of the site to request your FREE copy.
A brief explanation of the catering industry
Catering is a part of the foodservice industry, it is the business of providing food and drink to a customer. This can simply be in the form of "over the counter" service such as coffee shops & cafe’s, through to canteens and restaurants. Event catering is where the caterer serves food at a designated venue. In these situations food is usually prepared on site and presented in the form of a self-service buffet or served by waiting staff.
Catering equipment is the broad term given to the caterers tools and utensils used to prepare, serve and present the food. It can range from the commercial "heavy" kit installed in kitchens - used to prepare the food, right down to the tableware used by the customer. Here at Alliance Online we are described as catering equipment suppliers as the majority of products on our website fall into this category.
Read more on Catering Equipment from our blog.
The government provide some fantastic information on their Hospitality and Catering website. Here you can find some great health and safety resources and read expert advice on things to be aware of in your restaurant kitchen.
Latest catering news and information from the blog:
- 12 March 2010 – Buying Catering Equipment – The demands made of kitchen and catering equipment buyers these days are growing. It is no longer enough to know your catering operation inside out and specify accordingly with an eye to the cheapest option…
- 10 March 2010 – Catering News – March 2010 – Another monthly feature, here we take a look at some of the latest catering news from the hospitality and food service industry…
- 9 March 2010 – Crockery for Schools – Churchill China recently published their 'Edu-Catering' Collection highlighting some of their crockery ranges which would be suitable for schools…
- 5 March 2010 – Range Ovens Still in Demand – Ranges and Island suites are still hugely popular despite the advance of the versatile and energy concious combi oven. From the top end island suite of Michelin-starred kitchens to the good old six burner oven serving out pub grub. Energy savings could well be at the top of most people's lists when it comes to choosing prime cooking equipment…
- 4 March 2010 – Catering equipment and Catering Disposables Catalogue – March 2010 – This edition features new products and the latest prices for all our usual catering supplies but also contains some extra discounts on cleaning and hygiene equipment…
- 3 March 2010 – Flexible Kitchen Design – Many caterers forget they are growing a business and overlook the possibility of future additions to the kitchen or larger replacements. Building in flexibility will save money down the road. A partial refurbishment, for example, could see your 950mm-wide range oven…
Essential catering equipment buying guides
Buying the right equipment for your business can be a daunting experience, the following CESA (Catering Equipment Suppliers Association) guides were posted on our blog. They offer recommendations and guidance to ensure you choose the right catering supplies for your kitchen.
If you require any further information, please contact us. We have a team of specialists here who can help you make the right choice.
All the products you see on the site can be purchased via our SagePay™ secure shopping cart. Please be aware that some of the commercial catering equipment may have extended delivery times so we advise you to call our customer service team before ordering on 0844 499 4300. Our friendly staff will also try to assist you with any queries you may have before you purchase.
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