If the last few years have taught us anything, workplaces must be flexible to stay operational. So it’s not surprising that hybrid workplaces have gained immense popularity in recent years as organisations strive to strike a balance between remote work and traditional office settings. This growing trend reflects the recognition of the numerous benefits and […]
Author Archives: Fooditude
TREND INSIGHTS | A look into the rise of vegan and plant-based food in Ireland
Back in 2021, Google reported a more than 5000% increase in people searching for “vegan food near me”. Whether someone’s vegan, veggie or a ‘flexitarian’: Ireland is becoming more open-minded with meat-free choices on its menus and in its shopping baskets. It’s worth pointing out that just because someone orders a vegan burger, doesn’t mean […]
The importance of local sourcing in contract catering
It makes sense that the shorter the distance from farm to fork, the fresher your food is. The fresher food is, the more nutritious it will be. That means local sourcing is important to how we eat every day, including at work. Where we source our food from has far-reaching impacts from environmental sustainability to […]
How corporate catering helps foster positive company culture
Most of us have first-hand experience witnessing the shift from the traditional 9 to 5 office day to more flexible working styles over the past two years. Whilst some have been longing for face-to-face workplace interactions, others have enjoyed the newfound flexibility that remote working enables. Either way, the pandemic has altered attitudes towards remote […]
What is responsible sourcing and why does it matter?
It’s no surprise that sustainability and ethics are valued strongly by Irish consumers. The world is waking up to the importance of reducing our impact on the environment. Unfortunately, the journey of food to our plates can be a complicated one, and sometimes it can be difficult to know what to look for. What is […]
Top healthy habits to try in 2023
Introduction It’s fair to say that the epidemic has made us all a bit more conscious of our health. Many of us have found ways of coping and taken a little control over our wellbeing, whether it’s taking part in a Zoom yoga class, going on runs, or experimenting with cooking. As we head back […]
Why is well-being important in the workplace?
Introduction After two and a half years of lockdowns, social distancing, and self-isolation, we’ve all become more aware of just how important our health is. This realisation has had a profound effect on the workplace; people across the country are reassessing their relationships with their work and looking for new employment where their wellbeing is […]
Why the buffet is the perfect meal for corporate events
Introduction Hosting a corporate event is a lot of work. The more mouths you have to feed, the more stressful it can be, and if the food isn’t good then it doesn’t reflect well on you. If you want your event to go as smoothly as possible, then you need to hire a quality caterer. The […]
How to choose the best catering company for an office event
Introduction Whether you’re putting out a spread to impress important guests or treating your staff to an office lunch, great food can bring people together. However, cooking for a lot of people in an office setting isn’t easy. You’ll need to find an experienced caterer with quality food and, the hospitality know-how to choose the […]
Creating a culture of celebration at work
Making morning trips to the office worth the commute is getting harder than ever in the era of hybrid working. But employee experience has got to be about more than just sitting at a desk. The occasional foray into empty workplaces, so common now with hybrid working, is not exactly doing much for company culture. […]