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Sysco Celebrates Q Awards Success

12 November 2026

Sysco GB has been recognised for its new product quality after winning 12 product awards and being crowned Foodservice Operator of the Year for the third consecutive year at this year's Quality Food Awards.

Brakes Wins Most Innovative Vegan/Vegetarian Recipe at VfL Awards

Brakes Wins Most Innovative Vegan/Vegetarian Recipe at VfL Awards

10 November 2026

Brakes has been recognised for its commitment to plant-based menu innovation after winning the Most Innovative Vegan/Vegetarian Recipe award at the 2026 Vegetarian for Life (VfL) Awards for Excellence in Vegetarian Care Catering for its Butternut squash, pear, and apple strudel recipe.

M&J Fresh Seafood and Brakes Win MSC Foodservice Supplier of the Year

05 November 2026

Sysco companies M&J Fresh Seafood and Brakes have once again been recognised for their commitment to responsible seafood sourcing after being named MSC UK Foodservice Supplier of the Year at the 2026 MSC UK Awards.

Fairfax Meadow launches range into Brakes

Fairfax Meadow launches range into Brakes

13 October 2026

Fairfax Meadow, the UK’s leading catering butcher, has launched a range of more than 30 fresh meat products into Brakes.

Foodie Expo

Brakes adds additional Foodie Expo

08 October 2026

Following the success of its 2026 Foodie Expos, Brakes, Britain’s leading foodservice wholesaler, has announced an additional event at Ashton Gate Stadium in Bristol on 21 October.

Christmas 2026

Unwrapping Christmas 2026

22 September 2026

Over 1,000 festive products, innovative new launches and practical menu solutions.

One Planet One Table

One Planet One Table

23 September 2026

Sysco GB launches One Planet One Table to support customers with sustainability-focused sourcing decisions.

Brakes Opens Applications for Next Round of Get Set Supply!

Brakes opens applications for next round of Get Set Supply!

10 September 2026

Brakes has reopened applications for its Get Set Supply! programme, inviting small and emerging suppliers to apply for the next cohort of the initiative designed to help SMEs enter the foodservice market and scale sustainably.

Latest news from our brands

Barista quality coffees. Fully traceable oats.

Barista quality coffees. Fully traceable oats.

01 November 2026

Barista oat regenerative is a full-bodied oat drink made for indulgent, luxurious coffees. Created in partnership with Wildfarmed using fully traceable, UK-grown regenerative oats.

Japanese Finger Food, so trendy!

Japanese Finger Food, so trendy!

01 November 2026

Japanese cuisine still stands out as a favourite in Europe and in UK : discover how, with Ajinomoto products, you can delight your customers with an authentic range of Japanese finger food.

When Citrus Meets Chocolate: Discover the Citrus & Gianduja Duet

When Citrus Meets Chocolate: Discover the Citrus & Gianduja Duet

01 November 2026

Discover the Citrus & Gianduja Duet, combining Callebaut 823 with lemon and almond, and Callebaut 811 with orange and hazelnut. A sophisticated chocolate recipe bringing together vibrant citrus, roasted nuts and irresistible crunchy textures.

McVitie’s Introduces Jaffa Elf and Christmas Penguin Milk Chocolate Treats

McVitie’s Introduces Jaffa Elf and Christmas Penguin Milk Chocolate Treats

14 October 2026

McVitie’s is shaking up festive confectionery with the debut of its first-ever chocolate seasonal treats, Jaffa Elf and Christmas Penguin. Joining the Brakes seasonal range, these eye-catching products bring excitement, personality and incremental choice to foodservice opeartors looking for a playful alternative to the traditional Santas and Reindeers!