News & Views

On 8th April, Red Box attended the School Food Review Consultant Roundtable, joining industry professionals for an important discussion on the future of school food provision. Bringing together consultants and sector stakeholders, the session focused on some of the most pressing challenges facing school catering today — from delivering food standards and navigating funding pressures, to defining what best practice looks like in a rapidly evolving landscape.

The government’s overhaul of school food standards is easy to picture — fewer puddings, more pulses — but the reality is more systematic. This is not just a menu tweak. It is a shift towards clearer, tighter and more enforceable rules on what schools can serve.

Red Box is delighted to announce that we will be attending the upcoming SCIS Annual Conference 2026, taking place on Thursday 23rd April at the iconic Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh.

The introduction of HFSS (high fat, sugar and salt) advertising restrictions in January 2026 marks a significant shift for the UK food and drink sector. With a 9pm watershed on TV advertising and a ban on paid-for online ads, the legislation aims to reduce exposure to less healthy food — particularly among younger audiences. While the intention is clear, the wider implications for the industry are more complex.

Teaching children how to cook is about far more than preparing food. It helps build independence, encourages healthy eating habits and develops practical life skills that can last a lifetime. That’s why the cookery school Leiths School of Food and Wine has launched a new free cookery programme for Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 pupils, giving primary schools across the UK access to high-quality cooking education.

We’re thrilled to support Hookstone Chase School’s PTA by donating an iPad to help make their events run even more smoothly!

We’re pleased to have renewed our membership with the International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC) North Sea Chapter. Based in Aberdeen, the Chapter supports member companies across North West Europe.

As we head into 2026, the UK food scene is gearing up for an exciting year of innovation, comfort, and cultural exploration. From adventurous global flavours to health-conscious menus and eye-catching dishes designed for sharing (and social media), consumer tastes continue to evolve — driven by wellness priorities, economic pressures, and a hunger for memorable eating experiences. Here’s what food lovers and hospitality professionals can expect on plates and in cups across the UK.

January can often feel like a challenge. The festive buzz is over, the days are short and cold, and many of us are struggling to find energy and motivation. But did you know that what you eat can make a real difference to your mood? Science shows a strong connection between food, gut health and brain chemistry, so choosing the right ingredients can help lift your spirits, support energy levels, and keep you feeling balanced through these January weeks.

As another busy year comes to an end, we just wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone we’ve worked with over the past year and to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.