During the course of 2020 many people have been faced with the prospect of isolation – staying within their living spaces, sometimes with their families and sometimes without. For those lucky enough to have access to food delivery services, the task of feeding themselves and their loved ones was considerably simplified. However, that sort of diet soon becomes extremely boring – and not exactly healthy. However, possibly as a reaction to the monotony of take out more and more people confined to their homes have discovered the joys of cooking and are even now exploring the wonders of global cuisine.

These newly minted home chefs are continually searching for ways to make their culinary creations more inventive, better tasting and even more healthy – and they may be missing a very simple way to achieve those goals – by cooking using filtered water.

There are a variety of reasons to use filtered water in the kitchen – here are only a few.

Hygiene and Safety

Safety in this day and age is something that many people are more and more concerned with. Our focus on hygiene has also meant that we are far more aware of the dangers of contamination of our water. Contaminated water when used to prepare something as simple as a salad can affect the health of every member of the family. Bacteria, viruses and protozoa in our water can all cause serious illness – and these can often be present in water that is sourced from wells and other natural sources. Leaching of nitrates and arsenic into groundwater can also cause both short and long-term health problems. Households that obtain their water from natural sources need to pay careful attention to the decontamination of water – and should probably be using an advanced home filtration system.

However, groundwater is not the only source of contaminants. Older homes have plumbing systems that can also leach contaminants into the tap water. One of the most common of these contaminants is lead. Lead in water can be extremely dangerous to adults (think kidney problems and high blood pressure, as well as mental impairment) – but it is especially harmful to children and infants who can experience mental and physical developmental issues when exposed to lead contamination during meals.

How Does Water Affect Taste?

There is also the simple matter of taste. Although most tap water in the U.S. is by-and-large safe to drink straight from the faucet, it has often been treated with chemicals that can alter the taste of the water – and sometimes the taste can be altered to such an extent that it actually interferes with the enjoyment of the food and other refreshments that have their origins in the kitchen. Taste altering chemicals such as chlorine can be filtered from the water with a home filtration system and provide better experiences when drinking coffee and tea for instance. Filtered water also allows baked goods to shine and prevents pasta from picking up a chemical taste which can ruin even the most carefully prepared dishes. Cleaning fruit and vegetables with unfiltered water can also negatively affect taste.

The solution to the above problems is to pick up either a faucet water filter, or if you’d like a more full comprehensive solution, invest in a home filtration system. These are available in many variants – and they deliver different levels of filtration. If you are in the market for a home filtration unit make sure that the make and model that you are considering is suitable for your family’s unique needs.

Bens Bakery is managed from one location digitally, and there is not a lot that was needed to do that. When you manage your food establishment from a central location, there is better coordination between the various departments and everything runs smoothly. If you are doing so digitally, you have your data backed up, and you never have to leave your office.

To digitally manage everything, you do not need university-acquired computer skills, just them at a basic level. You also need basic management skills, and you are good. You might need a graphic designer computer but only when you need to advertise your food establishment. Here’s what you need to run your bakery from a laptop.

Get a Good Computer

You need to buy the best computer affordable but if you are running a tight budget, consider a small but fast computer. For managing your food establishment with ease, you do not need Intel Core i7, as AMD processor will work just fine. However, to enjoy fast processing speeds, you can get Intel Core 2 or i3.

Again, you do not need a computer with a large memory as 4GB RAM will do just fine for management. If you will be doing a lot of photo and video editing and graphic design, consider a computer with 8GB RAM or more. Graphics card will not matter much if you have a fast computer for your management tasks.

You should also have enough storage to keep all the records and documents related to the food establishment. You’ll also need a powerful enough computer especially if you run a blog for the business. Aside from the laptop itself, you need good software too.

Management Software

There are lots of applications designed for food-related businesses, and all you need is to choose one that matches yours. A good application should be easy to use, affordable whether it sells for a one-time fee or monthly subscriptions, and should accommodate all departments in your business. Such an app should also have a mobile version for when you are out of your office or home.

You can check the system requirements of different applications and choose the one that will run smoothly on your computer. This ensures that you enjoy swift operation all day. Consider the best between an online and offline app based on the availability of internet connection.

Software that requires a one-time fee is cost-effective so consider that too.

Other Computers and Systems

Besides the single computer you use to manage your food business, you will need other computers used by your employees for orders and security among other tasks. You might consider buying desktops for these tasks because they are relatively cheap. Connect these systems to the main computer, and you are good to go.

You will also need PDQ machines to process and ETR machines to manage payment. Other systems include printers and scanners. You will need to create a good blog for your business besides social media accounts for easy marketing online.

Manage Your Bakery the Smart Way

By managing your business through management software, you are able to save a lot of money on management and supervision. You are able to monitor every aspect of the business while you sit in your office and this will maximize returns. You can as well hire a manager, if you are busy, but still, have access to the management system.

Showing up in style on a party bus at a club or an event is a fun an cool thing to do especially if you don’t want to be ordinary. Finding the best party bus in New York can be quite hard considering the huge number of options available. However, we’ve got all you need to help you narrow down your decision and get an NYC party bus to get your groove on.

What To Consider When Renting A Party Bus

Headcount

When choosing a party bus, you should put into consideration the number of people you’ll be having aboard the party bus; just like when planning a party. Knowing the headcount is important to avoid renting an 18 passenger party bus and end up having 25 people. This will also be helpful when it comes to knowing the amount of drinks you’ll buy.

Destinations

Party buses are known to make several stops in one night; therefore, you need to pick out all the destinations in advance. It can be dinner before the concert. This will help the driver to plan the route.

Refreshment And Snacks

It won’t be a party without refreshment and snacks. You can stock up on pastries or other snacks to give people’s stomachs something to work on. Get a list of what you’ll need and plan to bring a cooler too. Snacks are important considering the party might be longer and people will get hungry.

Cost

Understanding the cost of renting a party bus is critical. Get to know what the hourly rate is and whether gratuity or other taxes are included.

Party Bus Amenities

Party buses should be as comfortable as possible. Leather couches and tables fitted with drink holders are features that will keep your beverage safe while the bus is in motion and ensure you are comfortable.

It won’t be a party bus without a bar, right? Some bars usually include coolers and ice buckets for keeping your drinks chilled. Just ensure you’ve invited a bartending friend on board.
You might need to catch up on a game while on board the party bus. Therefore, ensure that you get a bus with a good screen. The screens are good for tailgating parties which allows you to watch the pre-game show before the big game.

After having a few drinks, you get the urge of using the bathroom. Having a bathroom on the bus is important since it will prevent you from making frequent pit stops as you drive around town, hence saving time.

The New York party bus features a neon-lit bar. Good lighting systems, including disco balls, create the perfect ambiance.

Before The Party Starts…

To ensure you have a good time out with your friends, it is important to make sure that you have an experienced driver who will keep you safe. A good driver will even tell you the best spots in town or even get you in without having to queue. However, you might need to know about legislation in your state. For example, in Pennsylvania State, the transportation company cannot supply the alcohol.

The dance floor should also be your priority. Some buses are spacious enough and have room for a dance floor and dance pole.

Bens Bakery is a traditional French Salon de Thé bringing the authentic taste of real French baking to London and NYC. Whether you want to meet friends for a coffee and a pastry, relax in our comfy chairs over a spot of lunch or experience our fabulous afternoon tea, we look forward to sharing our passion for food and baking with you. You can also enjoy our unique and hugely popular BB Afternoon Tea Tour on a Routemaster Bus, whilst taking in the sights of London. We also offer gluten free, vegetarian and Halal Afternoon Teas.

Bens Bakery also offers a delivery service, with a special menu to cover almost any occasion – from business meeting to birthday celebration.

The menu includes:

TRAY OF 48  MINI VIENNOISERIES  £30.00
12  Mini Croissants , 12 Mini Pain Chocolat , 12 Mini Pain aux Raisin, 12 Mini Choco Twist

BUSINESS BREAKFAST for 6 £ 30.00
Tray of 6 croissants ,  6 Pain Chocolat, 6 Pain aux raisin  & 1 liter freshly squezze orange juice

TRAY of 24 MINI  BAGUETTE SANDWICH  £60.00
6 Ham & Cheese, 6  Smoked Salmon Cucumber, 6 Chicken Salad, 6 Mozzarella

BUSINESS LUNCH FOR 4 £40.00
4 Baguette Sandwich Ham and Cheese, 4 Season Salad, 4 Cup Cakes

LUNCH FOR 6  £68.00
12 Mini Quiches , 6 Mini Classic Croque Monsieur , 6 Season Salad, 6 Mini Cup Cake

TRAY OF 20 BB CUP CAKES £48.00

TRAY OF 30 MINI BB CUP CAKES £45.00

BIRTHDAY CAKES
Birthday Cake for 8 and a Bottle of Pink Proseco £49.00
Birthday Cake for 8 with a bottle of French Pink La Romantique Champagne £68.00
Big Kid Birthday cake for 8 with 20 Mini Cup Cakes, 20 Party Balloon , 20 Loliipop, Birthday Candles £ 68.00

We can deliver for free within a half-mile radius of either bakery. We can deliver further afield but unfortunately we do have to charge for this. For more information or to order please call 07957 005 565 or email [email protected].