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Women Flourishing at PenniBlack

Posted: March 2023

Celebrating International Women's Day we thought we would share how PenniBlack actively support women in business as a female owned and run company with a strong female team.

A woman leaning back and reflecting at her desk.

Posted: September 2022

‘Mindfulness’ is a word that’s increasingly on everybody’s lips, so Penniblack has compiled a list of ideas to help inspire you to incorporate mindfulness when tasked with planning work events.

Vegan dish plated with a grid to illustrate a neat border around the food using the rule of thirds.

Posted: May 2022

PenniBlack deliver our top tips on food presentation and styling, from colour combinations to arrangement, these tips will ensure a beautiful presentation with every dish.

Red and orange mocktail in a glass with orange slice.

Posted: January 2020

There are many reasons why individuals choose not to drink alcohol, but you don’t need to miss out! PenniBlack are here to share some creative mocktail suggestions to serve at your next social event.

Adult and child hands carefully cup a seedling between them.

Posted: September 2019

Whether you’re planning an event big or small there are lots of ways that you can ensure your event is as eco-friendly as possible. PenniBlack share a few ways that you can make your next event a green one.

Vintage Travel Theme with old suitcases.

Posted: June 2019

Summer is quite possibly one of the best times for a wedding, so if you need a little inspiration for your big day then PenniBlack have put together four of our favourite summer wedding themes.

Carrot cake with icing and nuts on a white plate.

Posted: April 2019

Using vegetables in desserts is not something new but is growing in popularity as a great way to add extra nutrition, here are some lesser common veggies you might not have known can be used.

Gala Dinner table with tableware and starters.

Posted: March 2019

Organising a gala dinner doesn’t have to be a complicated process. PenniBlack have put together a quick guide to focusing your efforts on key areas such as venue, decoration, and the all important food.

Vegetarian pasta meal on a dish with spoon.

Posted: November 2018

Now, flexitarianism isn’t something entirely new, but over the past few years has become increasing popular. PenniBlack looks at what flexitarianism is, and the benefits of a flexitarian diet.

A colourful bowl of pumpkin soup.

Posted: October 2018

With Halloween just around the corner and the autumn season upon us, the humble pumpkin is in plentiful supply. Here are five delicious dishes for you to enjoy pumpkins this autumn.

Illuminated Christmas tree beneath a stunning chandelier.

Posted: October 2018

Whether we are ready to accept it or not, December is not far away at all. It would be wise to get preparations underway sooner rather than later, so PenniBlack is here with our guide to Christmas party planning.

Street food stall with a chef serving up noodles.

Posted: September 2018

Street food has been around for years and in most corners of the globe, yet it is only recently that such variety is on offer in the UK. Let’s take a look at the best street food on offer around the world.

Desk with tablet, paper, pen and mobile phone.

Posted: August 2018

At Penniblack we know all too well how complex event and party planning can be, so our event experts have put together the five most common mistakes that novice event planners make to help you avoid them.

Gluten free bread with almonds.

Posted: August 2018

At PenniBlack we're often asked to adapt our menus for specialist diets, so we’ve put together some of our firm gluten-free favourites we use as great substitutes for gluten-based products.

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