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Nutrition
Has workplace contract catering stalled since covid? Why it’s time for change
April 29, 2026
The workplace catering sector hasn’t simply returned to pre-Covid norms - it’s settled into a new operating reality. And one…
Q&A with Maria Palmer, Head of Operations for Litmus Edge, on how schools can reduce the admin burden of running their own catering service with Litmus Edge
April 27, 2026
Planning season is a key moment for school leaders - reviewing budgets, setting priorities and looking for ways to ease…
Smart Spend series: How one secondary school saves around £7k a year thanks to ongoing monitoring and annual reviews of its catering
April 21, 2026
Here is the fourth (and final) instalment in our Smart Spend series - sharing real stories of how our consultants…
Smart Spend series: How a strategic catering tender helped one MAT save £700k in five years
April 20, 2026
Here is the third instalment in our Smart Spend series - sharing real stories of how our consultants have helped…
Before and after: The Litmus Edge effect
March 9, 2026
For many schools, in-house catering is a source of pride. It allows teams to shape menus around their pupils, respond…
Is your school or trust allergy efficient?
February 16, 2026
Schools and Multi-Academy Trusts are rightly very familiar with the importance of managing allergens and complying with Natasha’s Law within…
Allergen Awareness in School Food Provision
June 18, 2025
Schools are required by law to provide clear information about specific allergens in all the foods and drinks they serve.…
The Broken Plate
May 6, 2025
The Food Foundation’s flagship Broken Plate report revealed that in order to afford the government recommended healthy diet, the most…
Putting the School Food Standards into Practice
March 11, 2025
School Food Standards are designed to support caterers and cooks in providing students with healthy meals and snacks throughout the…
Supporting student success: Creating menus to promote healthy eating in schools
February 10, 2025
Authors Bio Juliette Kellow is a highly experienced nutrition consultant with over 20 years of expertise working with food-focused clients.…