Scottish Food Fortnight

4th – 19th September 2010, Various venues across Scotland

Scottish Food Fortnight takes place across Scotland, from the Outer Hebrides to the Borders. The programme of events will include farmers’ markets, exhibitions, samplings, and debates on attracting the best talent into the food and drink industry.

Details: www.scottishfoodfortnight.co.uk

Speciality Chocolate Fair

5th - 7th September 2010, Speciality & Fine Food Fair 2010, Grand Hall, Olympia, London

Dedicated trade event for fine & artisan chocolate.

Details: www.specialityandfinefoodfairs.co.uk/pag…

CGOC London Division - committee meeting

6th September at 6.30pm, Horeshoe pub

For further information contact Suzanne Barshall at sbarshall@btconnect.com

Hospitality Action - Charity Cook-off

8th September 2010, Waterstone’s, Piccadilly

Be entertained at this charity cook-off in aid of Hospitality Action. The event will be hosted by Elior, at its new demonstration kitchen at Waterstone’s, Piccadilly with guests invited to round off the afternoon’s entertainment by mingling over a glass of bubbly at an exclusive reception in the impressive 5th View Bar and Restaurant. Tickets can be purchased by visiting the website below. Simply click on the ‘donate now’ button on the right and select general donation. Make a donation of £25 and enter the code WMCOOK in the message box. Please note: It is crucial that you enter the code to register for the event and gain entry.

Details: www.hospitalityaction.org.uk

Paul Gayler - A Master Class with Cheese

10th September 2010, Cafe Spice Namaste

Paul will be accompanied by his specialist cheese supplier Simon, who will give a short thought provoking and insightful look into cheese courses and boards. Attendees will taste and comment on styles and combinations. Paul will demonstrate a number of dishes and cook with this ingredient that is so versatile and has so many varieties and flavours. Adventure Gourmet Master Chef Demonstration tickets include tea and coffee on arrival, the demonstration, lunch and tastings from the demo. For further information click below.

Details: www.adventuregourmet.com/page14.htm

Auditing Skills

13 – 14 September 2010, Broughton Hall Business Park, Skipton, North Yorkshire BD23 3AE

An interactive course which covers the practical aspects of how to carry out an audit, from opening meeting to closing meeting. Contact Helen Moore on 01756 700802 helen.moore@vwa.co.uk

Details: www.vwa.co.uk

The Belgrave Hall Good Food Fair

18th - 19th September 2010, Belgrave Hall Museum & Gardens

Discover locally grown produce and organic foods in the beautiful gardens of Belgrave Hall Museum.

Details: www.leicester.gov.uk/foodfair

PJ search Hotel & Catering Challenge Cup

19th September 2010, Bishops Park, London,SW6 6HH

PJ Search is hosting the ‘Hotel and Catering’ 7 a side football one day tournament for the second year running in support of Peace One Day.

Details: springboarduk.net/

British Turkey Awards 2010

23rd September 2010, Claridge's Hotel, London

The best British Turkey products on the market – retail and catering, will be sought throughout the UK. Awards will be given to products which the independent panel of five judges feel demonstrate the best in taste, quality and innovation in each category.

Details: www.britishturkey.co.uk/turkey-bytes/pot…

Arena September lunch - ‘Food on the Move’

24th September 2010, Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel, London

Andrew Lynch, Chief Executive Officer, SSP – The Food Travel Experts, is confirmed as the keynote speaker for the Arena September lunch - ‘Food on the Move’.

Details: www.arena.org.uk

CGOC London Division - Bar-b-que

25th September at 2pm, Horseshoe Pub

For further information contact Suzanne Barshall at sbarshall@btconnect.com

Combined Services Culinary Challenge & Exhibition 2010

28th – 30th September 2010, Sandown Park Racecourse, Esher, Surrey

The only UK event dedicated to catering within the Armed Forces, if you want to be face to face with key decision makers within the MoD, then the 2010 Combined Services Culinary Challenge is where you need to be.

Details: www.craftguildofchefs.org/news-item/2010…

Springboard Awards for Excellence 2010 - Entry Closing date

30th September 2010

The Springboard Awards for Excellence celebrate and reward inspiring people, organisations and initiatives- those that work hard to elevate the profile of the industry as an employer helping attract and retain talent. If you, your company or your team deserves recognition in this area- tell us about it! The closing date for entries is 30th September 2010.

Details: events.springboarduk.net/awards-for-exce…