Welcome to The Morning Advertiser’s Supplier Showcase for 2026 – a collection of innovative solutions from trusted partners, designed to help your pub thrive in the year ahead.
From cutting-edge technology to exceptional food and beverage offerings, these innovations are supporting the hospitality experience and offer practical ways to elevate your business into 2026 and beyond.
The tech and food and beverage solutions you need to know
- Authentic Somerset cider, perfected for pubs
- Kitchen residencies that boost pub profits
- Beverage solutions for speed and scale
- Pub-tested EPOS for smart management
- Boost footfall with smart event tech
- Your coffee machine’s new best friend
- Add a mid-week cheese tasting event
- Pub partner for quality, sustainability and success
Rich’s Cider: Authentic Somerset cider, perfected for pubs
At Rich’s Cider, we’ve been crafting authentic Somerset cider since 1954. Our story began when Gordon and Betty Rich pressed their first apples at Mill Farm, Watchfield. Today, under the guidance of third-generation cider maker George Scott, we proudly continue that tradition.
Still independent and family-owned, we remain dedicated to producing cider of exceptional quality. Every drop begins with apples grown within 30 miles of our farm, sourced from trusted Somerset growers and our own orchards. This local approach ensures freshness, sustainability, and a true taste of Somerset in every glass.
Our ciders are slow-fermented for a smooth, mellow character that customers love. From classic farmhouse styles to modern fruit blends, we offer a diverse range to suit every palate. Whether your pub needs traditional still cider in sweet, medium, or dry, or bottled options from our 500ml range featuring both apple and fruit ciders, we have you covered.
With formats designed specifically for pubs – including bottles, draught, and bag-in-box – Rich’s Cider combines flexibility with uncompromising quality.
Make your pub stand out with a cider that carries over 70 years of heritage and craftsmanship.
Contact us today to discuss stocking Rich’s Cider and give your customers the authentic taste of Somerset they deserve.
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Plate Club: Kitchen residencies that boost pub profits
More pubs are running kitchen residencies as an innovative route to quality food. Residencies offer new menus that customers will travel for, lower fixed costs, and marketing content without capex or adding a permanent team.
A professional chef or food brand runs your kitchen for 6-12+ months. They bring their own concept, team, suppliers, and audience. You charge commission or rent. They handle hiring, payroll, compliance, and stock management.
Rising costs, recruitment challenges, and tighter margins make running a kitchen profitably harder and harder. Residencies reduce your risk and operational overheads while lifting quality and bringing in new guests.
“It was a stroke of luck to connect with Plate Club,” says Jamie, GM at The Miller in London Bridge. “Our food sales have increased by at least 15%, which of course increases wet sales. It’s a real comfort having them involved. I can’t speak highly enough of them.”
We work with independents and major groups alike. One operator we placed at a Fuller’s site in Soho drove over £3k in incremental weekly food revenue. We’ve built a network of vetted operators across London. We match you to the right fit, handle contracts, and coordinate everything from launch to PR. When your resident’s term ends, we line up the next one.
We’re not a job board. We’re a managed service that delivers plug-and-play kitchens without adding hours to your week.
Amazing food in as little as 30 days.
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Drinksflow: Beverage solutions for speed and scale
Drinksflow, part of global supply chain management leader TVS Supply Chain Solutions (TVS SCS), provides a comprehensive, one-stop solution for pubs, breweries, restaurants, and service providers across the beer and beverage dispense sector.
From supplying a wide range of dispense equipment to providing remote inventory management, Drinksflow ensures operations run smoothly for both independent venues and nationwide chains. Its 24/7 e‑commerce platform, with over 600 product lines, enables rapid ordering and next-day, sometimes same-day, delivery of critical components.
A key strength is Drinksflow’s strategic partnerships with several leading industry brands including John Guest, a world class manufacturer of push-fit fittings for beer-line systems. By maintaining extensive stock across its network, Drinksflow improves availability, reduces lead times, and strengthens supply continuity, ensuring venues can operate without disruption.
“Our customers are telling us they can plan better, install faster, and reduce service calls,” says Mark Berry, Head of Drinksflow (pictured).
“It’s all driven by having the right products on the shelf, and suppliers that truly partners with us.”
By bringing together Drinksflow’s sector-specific knowledge with the scale and reliability of a leading supply chain specialist, the partnership delivers convenience, confidence, and continuity across pubs, restaurants, and the wider hospitality industry.
Together with TVS SCS, Drinksflow also supports hospitality operators and facility management partners with supply chain and operational expertise, creating a combined partner able to support beverage dispense solutions and wider operational needs.
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Tabology: Pub-tested EPOS for smart management
The EPOS built in a pub, not a boardroom… There’s a simple reason why so many of our customers say things like, “It’s been developed by people who understand how pubs & bars operate” (Mark Stanforth, Shoulder of Mutton).
It’s because we bought our very own pub where we tested and refined our tech. We’ve observed how it handles the Friday rush, and measured how much time our managers were saving with the tools we developed.
We’ve used these insights to improve the system. If there wasn’t a button to perform a certain task, we added it. If a process was too clunky, we made it simpler. If two parts of the system worked in isolation, we connected them.
The result is more than just a POS. It’s a complete pub & bar management platform where everything talks to each other – one system that covers your tills, stock, bookings, staff scheduling, mobile ordering, loyalty schemes and reporting.
With our built-in stock control tools, Alex Myhill at the Riddling Rack reduced her ordering time from three hours a week to one. Multiply that across all your management tasks and you can see the potential for savings.
Tabology simplifies pub & bar operations, saves you time and gives you insights to boost your bottom line – so you can focus on the craft of hospitality and the community you serve.
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Audeohost: Boost footfall with smart event tech
Audeohost connects customers to your entertainment. In-house live sport commentary - they hear it. Live Sport, Trivia or Comedy Promotion - appears instantly in the Audeohost-Events app!
A CRM built for venues AND customers:
- Promote all TV and non-TV events
- Confirmed events update in-app
- Clear sound in-app - less noise
- In-house TV ticker reminders and promos
- More foot traffic, increased dwell time
Hearing The Complete Picture
Monthly subscriptions - no long-term commitments.
Contact Audeohost regarding a free 30-day product trial.
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Oatly: Your coffee machine’s new best friend
Oatly, the world’s original and largest oat drink company, is proud to launch Oatly Baristamatic, a game-changing solution designed specifically for automated coffee systems.
Created with demands of modern coffee service in mind, Baristamatic ensures optimal machine performance by reducing sedimentation in milk containers and supporting smooth machine flow without compromising on taste.
Developed from the trusted Oatly Barista Edition recipe, Baristamatic delivers the same rich, creamy taste your customers love, now with enhanced functionality for automated environments. With a slightly higher fat content than the original it offers superior foam stability and a lower viscosity for effortless machine flow ensuring consistent quality in every cup.
Beyond performance, Baristamatic offers a balanced nutritional profile, fortified with Vitamin D, B12, Riboflavin, and Calcium—meeting consumer needs for health-conscious choices without compromise on flavour.
For more information visit Oatly
Homage2Fromage Event Kit: Add a mid-week cheese tasting
Add something sensational to your mid-week evenings with our exclusive Cheese Event Kit for Pubs. Transform that quiet night into a buzzing, revenue-driving event that adds interest, and shines a light on your drinks offer too!
It’s tried and tested We’ve spent over a decade developing our fun, informal, informative format. It’s easy to run, and popular rather than pretentious! We take all the hassle of planning and running an event away - and simply deliver everything you need. And you make money on every ticket sold.
Share the Joy of World-class cheese As well as a curated selection of cheeses, we also provide literally everything you need to create a stunning, beautiful spread. Our kits include our unique printed disposable plates, table dressing, decor, tasting sheets, plus our signature chutneys.
Helping you be confident hosts You get access to a full suite of supportive materials: professional marketing assets, video guidance and training so you can feel 100% confident. All the information about the cheese is fun, not technical and designed to help you host like a pro and enjoy it!
Spotlight on the bar We offer expert advice using the cheese tasting experience to highlight your drinks range, craft beers, wines, ciders or even non-alcoholic options - all without the pressure and hassle of formal pairing.
Lanchester Wines: Pub partner for quality, sustainability and success
At Lanchester Wines, we don’t just deliver wine, we deliver solutions to help pubs thrive. For over 45 years, we’ve worked hand-in-hand with pubs across the UK, creating wine lists that excite customers and boost margins. From classic favourites to premium sustainable options, our range is designed for the on-trade.
We know the challenges you face - rising costs and shifting trends - and we’re here to help. Our team provides practical, hands-on support with seasonal picks, food pairings and smart promotions that make a real difference.
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Nearly half our wines are shipped in bulk and bottled at Greencroft Bottling, powered by renewable wind and solar energy. This cuts carbon emissions by up to 38% compared to shipping in bottle, while innovations like the UK’s lightest wine bottle (just 300g) further reduce environmental impact without compromising quality.
Bulk shipping also means format flexibility. We can supply 75cl and 187ml bottles, PET, Bag-in-Box and cans. And, for PubCos, we create bespoke own-label ranges that reflect your brand identity.
With over 3,000 SKUs, bonded warehousing and nationwide distribution, we’re big enough to deliver scale yet small enough to care. Whether you run a cosy local or a multi-site group, we’ll help you serve wines that customers love – and do it sustainably.
Why choose us? Brilliant wines, greener solutions and a team that’s as passionate about your success as you are.
Find out more at Lanchester Wines
