BREAKFAST AND BRUNCH (INCL. EQUIPMENT)

1. How big is the breakfast and brunch market?

A hearty English breakfast is engrained in British culture, from traditional cafes and bistros to trendy brunch spots and coffee shops, the UK offers a wide range of choices for breakfast and brunch. Overall, the breakfast and brunch market continues to evolve, driven by changing consumer preferences, technological advancements, and innovation in menu offerings.

2. What are the most popular breakfast and brunch products?

Plant-based alternatives show no sign of going anywhere, but creating vegan breakfast dishes can pose a challenge, particularly for those less experienced in plant-based cooking. The RATIONAL iCombi Pro combi-steamer is a versatile cooking system that offers programmable settings that enable chefs to consistently produce vegan dishes, such as vegan Pancakes, Breakfast Burritos or Tofu Scramble.

RATIONAL cooking systems inspire breakfast menu innovation, encouraging chefs to experiment with various cooking techniques and ingredient combinations. This culinary exploration results in inventive, plant-based breakfast options that can cater to a wider range of diners.

3. What can you offer for those who are short of time?

Options that can be prepared in advance such as porridge bowls, pastries and muffins offer convenience. For eat-in services the iVario advanced bratt pan is up to four times faster compared to conventional kitchen appliances, this speed can really increase productivity. Similarly, the iCombi Pro offers 50% higher productivity, 10% shorter cooking times than its predecessors, which reduces customer waiting times.

With the RATIONAL iCombi Pro, cooking times are remarkably fast. Sausages take 6 minutes, bacon crisps up in just 4.30 minutes, while tomatoes and mushrooms can be ready in 5 minutes. Fried eggs are done in a swift 1.45 minutes, toast toasts perfectly in 3 minutes, and golden hash browns are cooked through and crispy in a mere 8 minutes. Therefore, a complete English breakfast in the iCombi Pro can be prepared in around 8 minutes. With such precise timings, the iCombi Pro streamlines cooking processes, delivering quality results with speed.

The iProductionManager also empowers kitchen staff to prepare breakfast items simultaneously. Operators can utilise the convenient preset breakfast shopping cart labelled "breakfast," where all necessary cooking processes are conveniently stored. Simply drag the corresponding ticket to an available rack slot, and production commences effortlessly, ensuring the buffet remains stocked with fresh, high-quality offerings, all without excess production, regardless of who's in the kitchen.

4. What options are popular with the health conscious?

Avocado toast is an increasingly popular but simple dish. A slice of whole-grain or sourdough bread toasted in the iCombi Pro topped with mashed avocado, a sprinkle of salt, and perhaps some additional toppings like a poached egg. The iVario Pro is also ideal for making porridge in bulk as well as whole grain pancakes or waffles. Using iZoneControl, operators can even divide the pan base into 4 separate heating zones and operate these at different temperatures, allowing them to cook multiple products in one pan.

6. How popular is bottomless brunch?

Bottomless brunches are extremely popular, particularly with younger generations and are seen as good value for consumers. Whilst the drinks may be flowing, the accompanying food needs to be prepared fast and to a high standard. Modern, intelligent cooking equipment like RATIONAL cooking systems are the ideal cooking systems, as they are multifunctional and so can prepare everything, providing you with consistent high-quality results.

7. What one tip would you give on getting your breakfast and brunch service right?

Refining the programs to perfection, RATIONAL ensures user-friendly interfaces that streamline the cooking process. Once a cooking program is crafted, it seamlessly transfers to all networked RATIONAL cooking systems with just a single click, courtesy of ConnectedCooking, the innovative digital kitchen management solution. This ensures that establishments maintain consistent food quality across their kitchens, regardless of location or the skill levels of their kitchen teams.