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Stelios (Founder & Director of Ceres | Pure Food Innovation) travels and talks to exciting people within the Food & Hospitality industry. We don't rush in this podcast; we really want to discover what makes people do what they do. Focussed on learning from chefs, food producers, fish & chip shop owners, growers, hoteliers, food futurists, suppliers, potato merchants, restauranteurs, trade associations, and whoever makes hospitality happen. Tune in if you're in the business of making hospitality happen.

Location:

United Kingdom

Description:

Stelios (Founder & Director of Ceres | Pure Food Innovation) travels and talks to exciting people within the Food & Hospitality industry. We don't rush in this podcast; we really want to discover what makes people do what they do. Focussed on learning from chefs, food producers, fish & chip shop owners, growers, hoteliers, food futurists, suppliers, potato merchants, restauranteurs, trade associations, and whoever makes hospitality happen. Tune in if you're in the business of making hospitality happen.

Language:

English

Contact:

0845 3711 522


Episodes

#147 - Charlie Collins, Frydales

3/2/2024
We welcome the return of Charlie Collins, who previously appeared in episode 62 and brings an insightful exploration of the resilience and strategic adaptation required in the challenging landscape of the hospitality industry. This episode is a must-listen for those interested in the dynamics of business turnaround. Charlie Collins, celebrated as the last person to win the "Young Fish Frier" award in 2020 before COVID-19 dramatically impacted the industry, shares his journey through the difficult times that followed. Winning the prize was a moment of pride and brought an initial surge in business, but Charlie candidly discusses how a combination of high pricing and the pandemic led to a significant downturn in trade. The conversation delves into the critical moments of realisation and the strategic decisions made to navigate out of financial distress. Download your FREE copy of the Fish & Tips E-Book and boost your business today. Episode Sponsor -> The Ceres Gravy Mix is a bold and deeply flavourful gravy with a beefy taste. 📮Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers. 📧 To send your feedback or suggest a guest, email The Ceres Podcast at stelios@worldofceres.com

Duration:01:33:22

#146 - John Molnar, The Cods Scallops

3/2/2024
In this engaging episode, we reconnect with John Molnar, the force behind The Cod's Scallops. With outlets spread across Nottingham and an outpost in Harborne, Birmingham, John shares his journey since our last conversation in episode 45 in February 2020, just after The Cod's Scallops was crowned Fish & Chip Shop of the Year. John reflects on the significant impact of the award and discusses the unique position of being the last winner under the Seafish banner, a title extended due to unforeseen circumstances. He also touches upon the potential of entering the new NFFF fish & chip awards. Download your FREE copy of the Fish & Tips E-Book and boost your business today. Episode Sponsor -> Ceres Curry Sauce: Meticulously sourced herbs and spices from around the world create a perfectly balanced curry sauce that enhances the nation's favourite meal of fish and chips. 📮Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers. 📧 To send your feedback or suggest a guest, email The Ceres Podcast at stelios@worldofceres.com

Duration:01:30:45

#145 - Paulo De Tarso

2/22/2024
In the compelling 145th episode of the Ceres Podcast, we dive deep into the life and insights of Paulo de Tarso, a name that has become a hallmark of excellence in hospitality. From washing pots in New York to orchestrating the floor of some of the UK's most prestigious restaurants, Paulo's journey is a testament to the transformative power of dedication, passion, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Download your FREE copy of the Fish & Tips E-Book and boost your business today. Episode Sponsor -> Ceres Natural Degreaser, the potent solution done naturally. 📮Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers. 📧 To send your feedback or suggest a guest, email The Ceres Podcast at stelios@worldofceres.com

Duration:01:52:49

#144 - Jim Cowie, Seafood Matters Podcast

2/16/2024
In this episode of the Ceres Podcast, Stelios discusses the news with Jim Cowie from the Seafood Matters Podcast. They discuss the following topics: ​Unfounded Fears: The Truth Behind Russia's Fishing Ban and the UK's Fish & ChipsNorovirus Outbreak Leads to Oyster Sale Ban in FranceScottish Hospitality Urgent Call for Rate Relief SupportE. coli Outbreak Tied to Mrs Kirkham's Lancashire Cheese Download your FREE copy of the Fish & Tips E-Book and boost your business today. Listen to Jim on the Seafood Matters Podcast. 📮Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers.

Duration:01:13:33

#143 - Nick Hogan, Georges Tradition

2/15/2024
In the latest episode of the Ceres Podcast, Stelios had the privilege of sitting down with Nick Hogan, the managing director of George's Tradition, a name synonymous with quality fish and chips in East Midlands. With a career deeply rooted in operations, Nick has been the unseen force ensuring the smooth running of George's Tradition's operations. Download your FREE copy of the Fish & Tips E-Book and boost your business today. 📮Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers. 📧 To send your feedback or suggest a guest, email The Ceres Podcast at stelios@worldofceres.com

Duration:01:56:13

#142 - Kate Nicholls OBE, UKHospitality

2/5/2024
Join us in Episode 142 of the Ceres Podcast with Kate Nicholls, chief executive of UKHospitality. Their discussion zeroes in on three pivotal policy proposals: capping business rate increases, revising employer National Insurance Contributions, and advocating for a reduced VAT rate for hospitality. Kate offers a deep dive into the nuances of each ask, critically examining their potential impact on both small independents and larger chains. Through a thoughtful debate, we uncover the broader implications of these policies, explore the balance between ambition and practicality, and contemplate the government's role in prioritising support for different sectors. Join us as we dissect the intricacies of these proposals, their significance for the industry, and the path forward in advocating for meaningful change. Follow Kate Nicholls on Linkedin and Twitter, but also follow UKHospitality on Facebook and Twitter. Why not read ​UKHospitality's Blueprint for the 2024 General Election. Download your FREE copy of the Fish & Tips E-Book and boost your business today. 📮Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers. 📧 To send your feedback or suggest a guest, email The Ceres Podcast at stelios@worldofceres.com

Duration:01:06:33

#141 - Austen Morley, Morley's Coffee

1/30/2024
Join us in Episode 141 of the Ceres Podcast with Austen Morley, founder of Morley's Coffee. Discover how a vintage 1972 Citroen Hy van marked the start of Austen's journey from Australia's coffee scene to a coffee revolution in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Host Stelios delves into the challenges and triumphs of entering the coffee market, Austen's future ambitions, and the balance between home and café coffee experiences. Austen shares his insights on the art of coffee making, the evolution of coffee culture, and predictions for the industry's future. Tune in for an inspiring blend of business savvy and coffee passion, perfect for enthusiasts and entrepreneurs alike. Follow Morley's Coffee on Facebook and Instagram. Download your FREE copy of the Fish & Tips E-Book and boost your business today. 📮Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers. 📧 To send your feedback or suggest a guest, email The Ceres Podcast at stelios@worldofceres.com

Duration:01:08:08

#140 - Geoff Whitehead, Whiteheads Fish & Chips

1/20/2024
In this episode of the Ceres Podcast, Stelios talks to the current NFFF Fish & Chip Takeaway of the year winner. Whitehead's Fish & Chips is run by the Whitehead family and the friendly Whitehead's Team, who aim to serve Britain's best freshly-cooked fish & chips. Together, they discuss Geoff's history in Fish & Chips, his management style, how he invests in his teams and the business, and Geoff's concerns about energy, wages and VAT. Download your FREE copy of the Fish & Tips E-Book and boost your business today. 📮Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers. 📧 To send your feedback or suggest a guest, email The Ceres Podcast at stelios@worldofceres.com

Duration:01:32:32

#139 - David Nicolaou, Auckley Friery

1/10/2024
In this episode of the Ceres Podcast, Stelios discusses the hospitality news with David Nicolaou from Auckley Friary. They discuss the following topics: Significant Fine for London Bar After Hazardous IncidentUKHospitality's Blueprint for the 2024 General ElectionHMRC Sharpens Focus on the Hot Food SectorChick-fil-A's Sunday Closure Policy: A Crossroad of Faith, Business Ethics, and Government Intervention Download your FREE copy of the Fish & Tips E-Book and boost your business today. 📮Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers. 📧 To send your feedback or suggest a guest, email The Ceres Podcast at stelios@worldofceres.com

Duration:01:02:41

#138 - Zohaib Hussain

12/24/2023
In this episode, Stelios discusses the hospitality news with previous Young Fish Frier Winner Zohaib Hussain from Zero Plus Fish Bar in Cardiff. They discuss the following topics: The KFC Controversy: Navigating Health Policies and Business InterestsUK's New Food Recycling Laws: What Businesses Need to Know​Deliveroo Bolsters Its Arsenal with Non-Food Deliveries​Climate Crisis and Crime: A Perfect Storm Brews in the Olive Oil Industry Download your FREE copy of the Fish & Tips E-Book and boost your business today. 📮Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers. 📧 To send your feedback or suggest a guest, email The Ceres Podcast at stelios@worldofceres.com

Duration:01:18:47

#137 - Thomas Doran Interviews Stelios

12/23/2023
In this episode, Thomas Doran turns the tables on Stelios and asks him questions about his career, life and pet peeves. Download your FREE copy of the Fish & Tips E-Book and boost your business today. 📮Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers. 📧 To send your feedback or suggest a guest, email The Ceres Podcast at stelios@worldofceres.com

Duration:01:48:29

#136 - Mark Petrou, Petrou Brothers

12/23/2023
In this episode, Stelios discusses the hospitality news with previous Seafish Fish & Chip Shop of the Year Winner Mark Petrou from Petrou Brothers in Chatteris. They discuss the following topics: ​Navigating the Fine Line Between Workplace Banter and Bullying​The KFC Controversy: Navigating Health Policies and Business InterestsScottish ​Pubs Shutting Down Twice as Fast as in England​Australia's Seafood Scene Gets a Transparency Boost with Mandatory Origin Labelling. Download your FREE copy of the Fish & Tips E-Book and boost your business today. 📮Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers. 📧 To send your feedback or suggest a guest, email The Ceres Podcast at stelios@worldofceres.com

Duration:01:08:19

#135 - Charlie Collins, Frydales

12/23/2023
In this episode, Stelios discusses the hospitality news with previous Young Fish Frier Winner Charlie Collins from Frydales in Leicester. They discuss the following topics: The Challenging Potato Harvest Across the UK and Europe 2023​UK Government Reconsiders Tax-Free Shopping to Boost Tourism​Next-Level Delivery: KFC Teams Up with Uber DirectUK Government Raises Salary Threshold for Foreign Workers Amid Immigration Control Efforts Download your FREE copy of the Fish & Tips E-Book and boost your business today. 📮Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers. 📧 To send your feedback or suggest a guest, email The Ceres Podcast at stelios@worldofceres.com

Duration:01:16:20

#134 - Hugh Lipscombe, Building a business, the founding, the challenges and the future.

3/4/2023
In this episode, Stelios talks to Hugh Lipscombe, founder and chairman of the Chesterford Group. The Lipscombe family have been in fish & chips for 100 years, and Hugh founded Fish n' Chick'n in the 1970s. We discuss the founding and the challenges over the years, Hugh's professional pet hates, and the future of the Chesterford Group. Download your FREE copy of the Fish & Tips E-Book and boost your business today. 📮Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers. 📧 To send your feedback or suggest a guest, email The Ceres Podcast at stelios@worldofceres.com

Duration:01:19:29

#133 - Alastair Horabin, Building A Successful Fish & Chip Group, Part Two

1/24/2023
PART TWO In this two-part special, Stelios talks to Alastair Horabin, the director of Seniors Group on the Fylde Coast. Alastair doesn't hold back in this episode, and in business, he doesn't mess about. Nine outlets and more to come, a central preparation factory that supplies his outlets. They talk about so much that it had to be split in two. Download your FREE copy of the Fish & Tips E-Book and boost your business today -> https://bit.ly/fisht1ps Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers. -> http://bit.ly/3zg0uIJ To send your feedback or suggest a guest, email The Ceres Podcast at stelios@worldofceres.com

Duration:01:03:31

#132 - Alastair Horabin: Building A Successful Fish & Chip Group, Part One

1/24/2023
PART ONE In this two-part special, Stelios talks to Alastair Horabin, the director of Seniors Group on the Fylde Coast. Alastair doesn't hold back in this episode, and in business, he doesn't mess about. Nine outlets and more to come, a central preparation factory that supplies his outlets. They talk about so much that it had to be split in two. Download your FREE copy of the Fish & Tips E-Book and boost your business today -> https://bit.ly/fisht1ps Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers. -> http://bit.ly/3zg0uIJ To send your feedback or suggest a guest, email The Ceres Podcast at stelios@worldofceres.com

Duration:00:56:15

#131 - Josette Foster: Focus on the NFFF Fish & Chip Awards

1/18/2023
In this episode, Stelios talks to Josette Foster, a regional director for the national federation of fish friers. As well as her role within the federation, she owns the multi-award-winning shop - Fish & chips at Weston Grove, which she started with her late husband, Richard. This episode has one topic: Fish & Chip Awards and Fish & Chip Awards only. If you would like to go to the Fish & Chip Awards 🏆🏆 in London, then click this link -> http://bit.ly/3CSZA7J Download your FREE copy of the Fish & Tips E-Book and boost your business today -> https://bit.ly/fisht1ps 📮Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers. 📧 To send your feedback or suggest a guest, email The Ceres Podcast at stelios@worldofceres.com

Duration:00:51:55

#130 - Andrew Crook: Challenges to the industry, VAT Fraud and Government Assistance for Hospitality

1/8/2023
In this episode of the Ceres Podcast, Stelios talks to Andrew Crook, the president of The National Federation of Fish Friers and owner of Skippers Fish Bar in Euxton. They talk about the industry's current challenges, fish prices, commodity prices, double invoicing and VAT fraud. Download your FREE copy of the Fish & Tips E-Book and boost your business today -> https://bit.ly/fisht1ps 📮Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers. 📧 To send your feedback or suggest a guest, email The Ceres Podcast at stelios@worldofceres.com

Duration:01:07:47

#129 - Paul Goodgame: Career in Fish & Chips, Inflation and VAT Fraud.

1/1/2023
In this episode of the Ceres Podcast, Stelios talks to Paul Goodgame, the managing director of The Chesterford Group. They talk about Paul's career progression and how he worked at TCG for 29 years and became operations director in 2010 and managing director in 2020. Paul discusses the challenges of covid19, inflation, aggregators, recruitment, and the elephant-in-the-room topic of VAT fraud. 📮Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers. 📧 To send your feedback or suggest a guest, email The Ceres Podcast at stelios@worldofceres.com

Duration:01:00:16

#128 - Dan Nash, SixEight Marketing Agency

7/31/2022
Dan is the founder of SixEight Marketing Agency, a South East Asian food nerd and a brand strategist who gets food brands more customers by telling a great story. Dan cuts through all the marketing jargon to put independents on the same path to success as the big corporates, if not better. He works with obsessive food brands to grow their loyal tribe, helping brands like Dishoom and Flat Iron stand out from the noise and get more sales using the power of their story. To find out more about Dan Nash: 💡 Visit SixEight Marketing Agency 💡 📮Join the Ceres email list to keep updated and get monthly offers. 📧 To send your feedback or suggest a guest, email The Ceres Podcast at stelios@worldofceres.com

Duration:01:18:34