When YCE Catering Equipment was tasked with updating and revitalising a high-end London gastro-pub key criteria included ‘beautiful’, ‘durable’ and ‘reliable’. Blue Seal ticked all the boxes.
Traditionally, British pubs are establishments that serve drinks without too much emphasis on serving food. The idea of combining a restaurant and pub had help renew the pub culture all around the world in recent years.
In London, you don’t have to go far to find an outstanding gastro-pub. While this is great for patrons, trying to stay ahead of the competition is an ongoing challenge for the business.
When The Honor Oak closed their doors for an extensive renovation it was important they got the formula right. They got the mix right at the start by engaging experienced consultants at YCE Catering Equipment. From selecting, sourcing and installing the appropriate equipment, YCE Catering Equipment had it all sorted.
Blue Seal is Moffat
A long-term partner of Blue Seal – the brand Moffat trades under in the UK. YCE is one of the largest independent suppliers and installers of commercial catering equipment in the country.
YCE offers their customers the full Blue Seal range, from Cobra and Evolution through to fully bespoke Waldorf suites. They have installed a wide range of equipment for several high street restaurant groups, brewery chains and sophisticated clients within the leisure and independent restaurant sectors.
Known for their high levels of customer service, flexible approach and extensive expertise they take their time carefully assessing a client’s needs before landing on a solution. According to Martin Noon, YCE Catering Equipment Project Manager, The Honor Oak’s kitchen equipment needed to have a dual purpose.
“Their front of house theatre kitchen required a cookline that was attractive – but also durable enough to meet the needs of today’s busy commercial kitchen,” he says. “The Blue Seal Evolution Series fitted the specification perfectly.” “For me, the construction quality and durability of the Blue Seal units are up there with the best in the industry,” says Martin.
“As Blue Seal equipment is very reliable, we rarely have problems with servicing. However, when an issue does arise, it’s dealt with swiftly and professionally by the Head Office team.” His expertise in the area has proven valuable.
The re-opening of The Honor Oak in August 2014 has been met with rave reviews. Evoking memories of its former glory days the new pub has an emphasis on craft ales, a new whisky room and beautifully cooked, local produce delivered via the rough and ready theatre within the beautiful new open-plan kitchen.
