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P ortion usage has come into its own as we enter an era where we depend on cleanliness and controlled environments to put the risk of infection at its lowest. Government guidelines include providing single portions as part of their requirements for the hospitality industry to enable these outlets to continue to trade safely and Covid- NUTSHELL PORTIONS specialityfoodmagazine.com 2 Good presentation: brand experience Portions are all about presentation – or presentation is all about portions! Either way, portions make a great first impression on customers. A messy and untidy presentation of condiments served in larger sharing formats is never pleasant for consumers. Portions make for a neat and tidy set up with minimal mess. This can be taken to the next level with personalised portions that match the brand’s image: Another way to advertise your brand. 3 Reduced wastage: cost saving Larger sharing options of food and beverage products can leave a lot of waste at the end of a day if the product isn’t used up, and increases the risk of contamination. With portions, the correct serving size is always used and there aren’t any ‘leftovers’. 4 Consistent servings: accurate forecasting The use of portions creates consistency in servings as 19 secure. We’ve picked out the top 5 reasons to use individual portions: 1 Hygenic: reduced risk Portions provide a clean and hygienic option that avoids the spread of unwanted germs. It means customers don’t have to share spoons for open bowls, bottles, shakers or grinders and stops contamination. Government guidelines advise the use of individual portions as a way to reduce the number of consumer touch points, lowering the risk of germs spreading. Shane Barry of Nutshell Portions highlights the top 5 benefits of using individual portions BEPORTION SMART 6 each portion size is always the same. Customers will always get the same great taste, and quantities are easier for procurement to calculate. 5 Convenience: eat in or takeaway Portions are great for use anywhere at any time! Whether consumers eat in or takeaway, the same condiment portions can be used. This saves keeping stocks of different formats – ‘one size fits all’. 01722 321 630 sales@nutshellportions.co.uk nutshellportions.co.uk Portions make a great first impression on customers With portions, the correct serving size is always used and there aren’t any ‘leftovers’ – this means less waste at the end of the day