Whether chefs are creating a restaurant-quality main course, a comforting bowl of soup, or a globally inspired side dish, Essential Cuisine want to see how their products have elevated your dish.

A spokesperson for Essential Cuisine said: “We believe that the smallest touches can make the biggest difference: a richer stock, a deeper jus, a perfectly balanced seasoning. For 30 years, our products have been helping chefs and passionate cooks alike transform their dishes into something truly exceptional.”

How to get involved:

• Cook & Create: Incorporate any of the core Essential Cuisine products into your dish. Think stocks, gravies, jus, glaces and signature range – Essential Cuisine want to see how you use these in your dishes.
• Capture the Moment:  Photograph or video your creation, making sure your dish is the star of the show.
• Tell the Story: In your post, describe how our product helped take your dish to the next level, perhaps it added depth of flavour, boosted umami, or saved valuable prep time without compromising quality.
• Share & Tag: Post your content and description to Instagram using the hashtag #ElevateWithEssential, don’t forget to tag them in.

One lucky winner will receive a premium hamper including an I.O.Shen Chef Knife set – (worth over £150), a £75 Amazon voucher, five Essential Cuisine products of your choice and a branded apron. Entries close on Tuesday 30th September 2025 and the winner will be announced via social media on Friday 3rd October 2025.