the food
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"...the Food Network list does deliver, and I recommend any food business to subscribe ...Some of the best support I have received so far has been from the Food Network. Thanks Guys"

Khalid Sharif
Ummah Chocolate

What is great about the food network?

"How has the network helped me? As someone new to business, the network has been an invaluable reference point for me. Not everything is relevant to one's particular needs at the time, but useful to know and importantly to know that 'it' exists. Although one might be working alone, you do not feel isolated."
Albert, Mufaro Family Foods

"Many thanks to you and the Food Network for the support and interest we received in the Food Event which Think Big organised with London Metropolitan University, last November. The Network has been the best source of people and information about the real issues and needs of food and drink companies."
Clive Cooker, Think Big

"For us it is the definitive guide, philosopher and friend!"
Kiran Tawadey, Hampstead Tea Company

"I have found the Food Network website helpful and informative. You have a small but irritating problem that you don’t know where to turn — post it on the Food Network website and it is amazing how fast you get a solution from a person who has had the same problem."
Michael Haughton, Managing Director, Kimpton Brothers Ltd

"The Food Network is a very good source for 'objective' advice on all sorts of business related issues, food and non-food — we have, for example, had recommendations of food photographers, web-site designers, transport companies, accountants, very useful PR/Marketing advice, technical issues relating to the food industry etc — there is a sense of comfort/solidarity knowing that there are others facing the same problems/experiences as you and it is great that everybody seems so friendly and open to help others."
Nadia Howell, L'Aquila

"Running a business is a nerve racking operation at the best of times. A lot of pressure, trying to make the right decisions without incurring costs you can ill afford. The Food Network is a 'market research vehicle' that if used properly saves you time and gives you confidence. Advice, experience, knowledge or something to sell, TFN is a helping hand offering impartial help and advice."
Peter Scarles, Millennium Foods

"Living in an area behind in food issues and lacking resources, I have been able to tap easily into the advice and resources of seasoned professionals in other areas."
"And as an aside: The network has been a great resource for me. I have been able to save time resourcing products and services I need for my business by being able to just ask someone else in the business. I get an instant answer. Living in Northern Ireland it is a bit more difficult to do business. We lack resources for one and we lack the competiveness that makes most business do what they say they will do because there is no where else for us to go. So even if I find the product or service, a lot of the time they just don't show up. I have gone through 2 egg suppliers, 1 major supplier and 3 produce suppliers, because one day they just decided they wouldn't show up with our delivery even though they would say when called, we will be there in 20 minutes. Amazing, it truly is. And granted, being from California I was accustomed to companies fighting for your business and have tried not to have too many expectations, but if you want to make money you have to deliver the goods. Thanks again for the brilliant idea and hard work you do to create a great food community."
Kathy McClean, California Market Bakery,
Tandragee, Northern Ireland

"The network is extremely useful in providing a direct link to other businesses that have similar needs/challenges to you. So a source of information relating to suppliers, systems and general queries."
Ruth Dolby, Food Technologist

"The Food Network is an innovative and much needed resource for food related businesses. We have only been using it for a couple of months and already have some great contacts through it. If you have a question about anything food related there is always someone with an answer or insight."
Tina Michelucci & Deborah Pyner, Diet Freedom Ltd

"I am often asked if I know where to find various products or companies and I always try my best to get as much information back to the enquirer as soon as possible. The Food Network has made this task much simpler and adds to my credibility too, it’s a fantastic idea and I would heartily recommend it to anyone in the industry."
Wendy Baird, Offers for Profit

"Beyond all the talk of support for food businesses there is actually very little substance out there. However the Food Network list does deliver, and I recommend any food business to subscribe, as members on this list actually understand how hard it is to run a food business. Some of the best support I have received so far has been from the Food Network . Thanks Guys."
Khalid Sharif, Ummah Chocolate