Copyright ©2025 Anglia Catering Equipment Ltd. | Design By : Ulric
Commercial Refrigeration for Every Kind of Business — Not Just Restaurants and Cafés
Choosing commercial refrigeration means more than finding a fridge that fits the gap in your kitchen. The right equipment has to suit what you’re storing, how your staff work, and the number of customers passing through your door each day. A busy restaurant might run several upright and counter fridges side by side. A small […]
Can I Install This Myself?
Can I Install This Myself? A Guide to Commercial Catering Equipment Installation. When a new piece of commercial catering equipment arrives, the temptation to get it connected and running as quickly as possible is understandable. For equipment that simply plugs into a standard 13 amp socket, that is perfectly fine. For almost everything else in […]
Will It Fit?
Will It Fit? A Buyer’s Guide to Getting Commercial Catering Equipment Through the Door. Buying commercial catering equipment is the easy part. Getting it into the kitchen is where things can go wrong. A unit that looks perfect on paper can become a very expensive problem if it won’t pass through a doorway, clear a […]
Which Commercial Coffee Machine is Right for My Business?
Buying a Commercial Coffee Machine — A Practical Guide for Business Owners. Getting the right commercial coffee machine is one of the more important purchasing decisions a hospitality business makes. Getting the type, capacity and setup right first time matters — the wrong decision can be a costly one. This guide covers the two things […]
Do I Need Genuine Catering Equipment Accessories?
Commercial catering equipment is a significant investment. A combi oven, a commercial dishwasher, a refrigerated prep counter — these are not impulse purchases. They’re machines your kitchen depends on, day in, day out. The accessories that keep them running deserve the same attention. Genuine manufacturer accessories may not always be the cheapest option — but […]
Keg Cooler Buyer’s Guide: NTKC1 vs NTKC2
Whether you run a traditional pub, a festival bar, a pop-up event, or a sun-soaked beer garden, one thing remains non-negotiable: the beer must be cold, fresh, and ready to pour. Not every venue, however, has the luxury of a dedicated cellar — and that’s exactly where a keg cooler comes in. At Anglia Catering […]
Ready to Pour? A Commercial Wine Cooler Buyer’s Guide
Wine served at the wrong temperature is wine wasted. Too warm and the aromas flatten. Too cold and the flavours disappear. The right wine cooler keeps every bottle exactly where it needs to be — and makes your wine list look the part while it does it. Single Zone or Dual Zone? Single zone units […]
On the Rocks — A Commercial Ice Machine Buyer’s Guide
Ice is one of those things you don’t think about until you run out of it. Choosing the right commercial ice machine upfront — the right type, the right output, the right ice shape for what you serve — saves a lot of headaches down the line. First, What Type of Machine Do You Need? […]
Grab a Bigger Slice of the Pie — A Commercial Pizza Prep Counter Buyer’s Guide
What to look for, what to ask and how to choose the right unit for your kitchen. What is a pizza prep counter? A pizza prep counter is a refrigerated workstation combining a chilled ingredient well, a preparation surface and refrigerated storage in one unit. The ingredient well sits at the top, holding toppings and […]
How Do I Start Selling Fried Chicken?
Fried chicken continues to grow across pubs, cafés, takeaways, food halls and casual dining — but many operators still assume they need a full chicken-shop kitchen setup to get started. In reality, many successful chicken menus begin far more simply. For operators looking to trial chicken burgers, wings, strips or loaded fries, it is often […]
Do You Need Ventless Cooking Equipment?
Not every commercial kitchen has the space, budget or extraction setup for a full ventilation canopy — which is one of the reasons ventless cooking equipment continues to attract attention across hospitality. For cafés, kiosks, food-to-go sites, front-of-house service areas and smaller hospitality venues, traditional extraction systems can quickly become expensive, restrictive or simply impractical. […]
Your Menu Is Changing — Can Your Kitchen Keep Up?
Many commercial kitchens are now expected to do far more than they were originally designed for. A café that once served coffee and cake may now need to produce hot lunches. A pub may need to handle breakfast, takeaway, Sunday service and small plates from the same kitchen. Even smaller sites are increasingly expected to […]
Net vs Gross Capacity in Commercial Refrigeration
Commercial fridge and freezer capacities can sometimes look very different on paper, particularly when both gross and net figures are listed. These figures are related, but they measure slightly different things. Understanding the difference can help when comparing commercial refrigeration more accurately. The same principle can apply to domestic refrigeration too. However, it is especially […]
What is induction and how does it compare to gas?
As businesses across almost every sector become increasingly aware of rising energy costs and day-to-day performance, commercial catering is no exception. While gas still dominates many professional kitchens, induction cooking is becoming increasingly visible across modern catering environments, particularly in cafés, open kitchens, food-to-go sites and newer kitchen fit-outs. Although induction cooking is fully electric, […]
How to Choose a Commercial Microwave for Your Business
In many kitchens, the microwave becomes one of the most heavily used appliances during service — which is why choosing the right model matters more than many buyers expect. While microwaves may seem straightforward, the right model depends on workload, menu type, available space and the power supply available on site. This buyer’s guide explains […]
How Easy Are Commercial Fryers To Clean?
A commercial fryer can be brilliant during a busy service — until it becomes the piece of equipment nobody wants to clean. Commercial fryers work hard. One minute they are turning out chips, chicken, onion rings or fish. The next, they are quietly collecting crumbs, carbon deposits, old oil residue and grease around the areas […]
Sliding or Hinged Door Bar Fridge?
The right bottle cooler layout can make service smoother, stock easier to access and your bar space easier to manage. For pubs, bars, cafés and restaurants, the choice between sliding and hinged door bottle coolers is not about one style being better than the other. It is about choosing the door configuration that suits your […]
Do Wet Well Bain Maries Need Water?
Yes — wet well bain maries need water before you switch them on. This is one of the most common questions buyers ask after installing a commercial bain marie. Some people assume every bain marie works the same way. Others think more water creates better heat. Some accidentally switch the unit on while empty. Wet […]
Commercial Tumble Dryers: Vented, Condenser or Heat Pump?
You just want a tumble dryer that dries laundry properly. Then you start shopping and suddenly everything becomes more complicated than expected — vented, condenser, heat pump… what does any of it actually mean? Choosing the wrong dryer can make installation harder, increase running costs and slow down your laundry process. A machine that works […]
Graded vs Used Commercial Catering Equipment
Many buyers assume graded and used equipment mean the same thing, but there are important differences between the two. Many graded appliances may simply have cosmetic marks, damaged packaging or ex-display history, while used equipment will usually have previous operational use. Understanding the difference can help businesses make more informed decisions around condition, warranty and […]
Do I Need A Water Softener For A Commercial Glasswasher?
One of the most common causes of poor wash results, glass marking and premature warewashing problems is hard water. Many operators only notice a water quality problem after installation, when glasses begin marking, limescale builds up or the machine requires repeated servicing. Even high-quality commercial glasswashers and dishwashers can struggle to produce clear results consistently […]
What Power Supply Do I Need For Commercial Catering Equipment?
Commercial Catering Equipment Power Supplies Explained. One of the most common installation problems with commercial catering equipment is ordering a machine that the site cannot support electrically. Many appliances may look similar, but they can require very different electrical supplies depending on their power demand. Before ordering, it is important to identify both: what power […]
Commercial Catering Equipment Warranties Explained
Why Warranty Terms Matter Commercial catering equipment warranties can vary significantly between products and manufacturers. Understanding the difference between: parts and labour parts only and back to base warranties can help avoid confusion later if service or repairs become necessary. Businesses comparing different types of commercial catering equipment often focus on price, output and features, […]Brands