MAGAZINE

There’s no better way to open an issue than by announcing the return of both the Street Food Championships and the National Pizza Awards for 2025. Both events return this November at Big Penny Social in London, and entries are now open. 

With so many talented operators reading OOH Magazine, selecting the top 16 is going to be a serious challenge. If you’ve got the skills, now’s the time to throw your hat in the ring and get a slice of the action.

November might feel like a lifetime away, but we all know how quickly summer slips by. Between holidays, packed-out weekends and non-stop operations, there’s barely time to catch your breath. Here’s hoping the sun is working in your favour and driving business through the roof.

In this issue, we’re digging into a topic that’s been making headlines across London – the rise of pedestrian-only spaces. Mayor Sadiq Khan’s new Summer Streets Fund is pushing for more al fresco dining and investing £300 million to support it. But will it work for operators on the ground? Jane Renton takes a closer look at what’s in store from page 14.

From page 19, we explore what’s hot in the world of grab and go, looking at how consumer habits are shifting and what people really expect from food on the move. And don’t give the cold shoulder to our deep dive into frozen food on page 40, while you’ll find all the knead to know information about breads, buns and bases from page 44.

Whether you’re on a break, heading off on holiday or winding down after service, I hope this issue keeps you inspired.

Until next time, 

Tamsyn Halm
Editor