apetito UK’s Post

Congratulations to our Development Chef, Jethro Lawrence and all of the other Chefs who competed in the highly competitive National Chef of the Year Competition on Tuesday. This prestigious competition is one of the most hotly contested in the culinary world and getting to the final is an incredible achievement. Congratulations to Orry Shand who came away victorious after cooking three dishes that impressed some of the biggest culinary stars in the country. Whilst Jethro didn’t walk away with the top prize, he did win the wine pairing competition and his dishes were recognised and loved by the judges. Well done Jethro – you made everyone at apetito | Wiltshire Farm Foods proud! #NationalChefOfTheYear #CraftGuildOfChefs #CulinaryExcellence

We’ve had an amazing first day at The Care Show in the NEC, Birmingham! If you didn’t get a chance today, make sure to stop by at stand C20 tomorrow and learn how our great-tasting food and tailored services can make a real difference to your Care Home catering. Discover how we can support you in delivering high-quality mealtimes while driving both cost and time efficiencies in your catering operations. 🍽   #TheCareShow2024 #apetitoVIPLounge #CareHomeCatering #MakingARealDifference

Good luck to our Development Chef, Jethro Lawrence, who is competing in today’s Final with top Chefs across the UK for the highly sought-after title of National Chef of the Year 2024.  Hosted by the Craft Guild of Chefs, the competition is fiercely contested and has been a key milestone for some of the best-known Chefs in the industry. Jethro’s incredible menu includes three courses, inspired by ingredients and techniques that portray his personality, his individuality, and takes inspiration from his parenthood – as his children get involved with his ingredient foraging! Jethro, we are all rooting for you today! #NationalChefOfTheYear #CraftGuildOfChefs #CulinaryExcellence

To mark Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, members of team apetito | Wiltshire Farm Foods took part in a fun charity step challenge throughout September to make a real difference for our valued charity partner, Alzheimer's Support. Departments went head-to-head to see which team could complete the most steps over the four weeks, and our New Product Development team – known as The Red Hot Chilli Steppers - came out on top! In total, the teams taking part walked an impressive 52.7 million steps – nearly equivalent to circling the Earth at the equator - and raised over £1,100 in the process for a brilliant cause.   #AlzheimersSupport #AlzheimersAwareness #MakingARealDifference

In celebration of World Teachers' Day, we want to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of teachers across the country.  We know that a successful school day starts with your commitment in the classroom, and we’re proud to support your efforts by providing accessible, nutritious meals that keep students energized and ready to learn. School lunch is an important time for children to build healthy relationships with food, make friends, and recharge. By offering exciting and nutritious meals, we help create an environment where both teachers and students can succeed. Thank you, teachers, for everything you do. At apetito | Wiltshire Farm Foods, we’re proud to provide healthy meals to help your pupils stay focused and engaged throughout the school day. #WorldTeachersDay #ThankYou #MakingARealDifference

Dementia affects millions of people worldwide, impacting not only individuals but also their families and caregivers. As part of our Making a Real Difference Awards night, we hosted a charity raffle, with all proceeds going directly to Alzheimer's Support, our corporate charity partner. Grant Newton, Head of Day Care Services at Alzheimer's Support, joined us for the event and drew the lucky winners of three hampers filled with locally sourced farm shop produce. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our attendees, we raised over £3,600. This amount was matched by apetito | Wiltshire Farm Foods, bringing the total donation to more than £7,000 for Alzheimer's Support. Through our valued partnership, we are proud to be helping make a real difference to the lives of those living with dementia across Wiltshire. #AlzheimersSupport #DementiaAwareness #MakingARealDifference

Last week, we had the chance to recognise the hard work and dedication of our teams, whose daily efforts make a meaningful impact. It was a proud moment for us all to come together and reflect on our collective achievements as a company. All the shortlisted entries shared remarkable stories of commitment, dedication, and selflessness, where individuals and teams have gone above and beyond to help others, drive our business forward, and make a real difference. We also celebrated our CEO, Paul Freeston, who will be stepping down at the end of the year after 25 years of leadership. Paul was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award and praised for building an incredible team and driving the company's success. His vision, commitment and leadership have been key to the growth of apetito | Wiltshire Farm Foods and we are grateful for the direction he has provided over the years. A big thank you to all the different teams that enable apetito | Wiltshire Farm Foods to serve its customers and help make a real difference in the community. #Teamwork #Leadership #Celebration #MakingARealDifference

There’s just one week left until the Care Show! Join us in our VIP Lounge on the 9th & 10th of October for a truly exclusive experience. Here's what you can look forward to: • Networking: Connect with industry leaders and peers in a relaxed, focused setting. • Expert insights: Attend speaker sessions packed with innovative ideas and practical solutions for the care sector. • Gourmet Dining: Enjoy a delicious meal while exchanging ideas and building connections. Make the most of your Care Show experience. Secure your table today:  https://lnkd.in/ei5uadaG #TheCareShow24 #apetitoVIPLounge #Networking

At apetito | Wiltshire Farm Foods, we understand how essential it is to provide safe, nutritious, and enjoyable texture-modified meals for people living with dysphagia. That’s why we’ve listened to your feedback and used our expertise to make our world-leading range of puréed meals even better. Our Chefs have elevated the flavours by adding new gravies and sauces, such as apple gravy, korma sauce, and sweet onion gravy, bringing even more variety to each dish. We’ve also introduced new sides, including sweetcorn and green beans, making these once-challenging vegetables safe and enjoyable for those with dysphagia. Our goal is to create meals that not only meet specific dietary needs but also bring joy with every bite—because everyone deserves to dine with dignity. #SofterFoods #DineWithDignity #Dysphagia