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headline: Bain Maries - Commercial Food Heating
description: Bain Maries are essential for a buffet, especially for busy venues, keep your food warm & fresh throughout the evening. Serve Guests with the correct size Bain Marie.
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Click to get in touch Bain Maries PRICEPrice: £2.00 – £3,260.00FILTERBrandBlue Seal (1)Buffalo (1)Cossiga (1)Designline (3)Falcon (5)Hatco (2)King Edward (1)Kubus (3)Lincat (65)Moffat (1)Nisbets Essentials (1)Parry (11)Victor (1)Vogue (1)Show 4 more brand▼Pack Size1 (108)Material304 Stainless Steel (1)Aluminium (1)Brass (1)Ceramic (1)Galvanised Metal (1)PET (1)Plastic (1)Polyamide (1)Polycarbonate (1)Polypropylene (1)Polyurethane (1)PVC (1)Rubber (1)Stainless Steel (1)Stainless Steel & Nylon (1)Steel (1)Show 6 more material▼ Product CategoriesAppliancesBarwareBins & Recycling BinsBrandsChristmas ShopCleaning & WashroomDrip Trays & AccessoriesFood & DrinkFront of House Buffet EquipmentDisposablesDrink MachinesService Appliances Bain MariesDessert MachinesFood Warmer Plates & Heat LampsHeated Display Warmer Units & Holding BinsHot Dog MachinesHot PlatesHot Sauce DispensersPie Cabinets & Pie WarmersSalad BarsService StationsSoup Kettles & Soup MakersStaff UniformsTable ServiceFurnitureHotel & Leisure ProductsKitchenMenu Covers & Table DisplayMini ShopsNew inRestaurant & BarSpare Parts and AccessoriesTableware Recently ViewedKitchen Craft Piezo Electric Gas Lighter Original price was: £6.09.Current price is: £5.79. ex VATBurco 3Ltr Wall Mounted Autofill Filtered Water Boiler AFF3WM Original price was: £379.99.Current price is: £296.81. ex VATNisbets Essentials Stainless Steel Wine Bucket Original price was: £8.19.Current price is: £7.78. ex VAT You May Also LikeEcoTech Envirolite Super Antibacterial Cleaning Cloths Red (Roll of 2 x 500) Original price was: £29.59.Current price is: £28.11. ex VATSteelite Craft Liquorice Quench Mugs 285ml (24 Pack) Original price was: £292.99.Current price is: £284.20. ex VATFull Colour Door Hangers£5.80 ex VATLuigi Bormioli Speakeasy Swing Red Wine Glasses 700ml/23.75oz (Pack of 24) Original price was: £239.99.Current price is: £232.79. ex VAT Bain Maries for Effective Food Service and Warming In restaurants, buffets, and events, Bain Maries are essential for maintaining food’s temperature and readiness for serving. In any hospitality situation, a bain marie assists in preserving food quality and increase service efficiency by keeping an appropriate temperature for extended periods of time. Other buffet displays include Hot Plates & Heat lamps, Soup Kettles, Heated Display & Warmers, and Chafing Dishes & Chafing Fuel. SHOW FILTERS Showing 1–30 of 185 resultsShow: 306090DefaultLatestSort by Price: Low to HighSort by Price: High to LowBuffalo 600 Series 4 Pot Bain MarieBuffaloSKU: FU291Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day Delivery1.5kW. Capacity: 4x 4Ltr Original price was: £409.99.Current price is: £290.99. ex VATView ProductBuffalo 600 Series Bain MarieBuffaloSKU: CU480Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day Delivery1.5kW. Width: 400mm. Capacity: 1/1GN. NOTE: Countertop unit only. Base cupboard sold separately. Original price was: £459.99.Current price is: £290.99. ex VATView ProductBuffalo 600 Series Freestanding Bain MarieBuffaloSKU: HZ267Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day Delivery1.5kW. Width: 400mm Original price was: £734.99.Current price is: £531.88. ex VATView ProductBuffalo 600 Series Internal Wiring GroupBuffaloSKU: AT076Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryFits CU480 Original price was: £31.89.Current price is: £30.30. ex VATView ProductBuffalo 600 Series Panel LabelBuffaloSKU: AT073Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryFits CU480 Original price was: £10.79.Current price is: £10.25. ex VATView ProductBuffalo 600 Series Panel LabelBuffaloSKU: AT074Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryFits CU480 Original price was: £10.79.Current price is: £10.25. ex VATView ProductBuffalo 600 Series Supply Cable With UK PlugBuffaloSKU: AT067Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryFits CU479 & CU480 Original price was: £16.89.Current price is: £16.05. ex VATView ProductBuffalo 600 Series ThermostatBuffaloSKU: AT072Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryFits CU480 Original price was: £20.99.Current price is: £19.94. ex VATView ProductBuffalo 600 Series Tube HeaterBuffaloSKU: AT075Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryFits CU480 Original price was: £31.89.Current price is: £30.30. ex VATView ProductBuffalo Auto Recover ThermostatBuffaloSKU: AL197Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryFits CH732 FT691 FT692 FT693 FT694 FT695 Original price was: £6.79.Current price is: £6.45. ex VATView ProductBuffalo Auto Recovering Thermostat for Bains MarieBuffaloSKU: AJ514Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryFits L310, L371, S007, S047 and S077 Original price was: £14.89.Current price is: £14.15. ex VATView ProductBuffalo B Heating Element for Bains MarieBuffaloSKU: AJ512Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryFits L310, L371, S007, S047 and S077 Original price was: £18.99.Current price is: £18.04. ex VATView ProductBuffalo Bain MarieBuffaloSKU: FT693Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day Delivery1.2kW Wet Heat. Capacity: 1x GN 1/1 Original price was: £209.99.Current price is: £96.99. ex VATView ProductBuffalo Bain Marie with PansBuffaloSKU: FT691Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day Delivery1.2kW Wet Heat. 2x GN 1/3 & 2x GN 1/6 pans included Original price was: £259.99.Current price is: £145.49. ex VATView ProductBuffalo Bain Marie with Round PotsBuffaloSKU: FT695Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day Delivery1.2kW. Wet Heat. Capacity: 2x 5.2Ltr Pots Original price was: £244.99.Current price is: £174.59. ex VATView ProductBuffalo Bain Marie with Tap and PansBuffaloSKU: FT692Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day Delivery1.2kW Wet Heat with Drain Tap. 2x GN 1/3 & 2x GN 1/6 pans included Original price was: £269.99.Current price is: £164.89. ex VATView ProductBuffalo Bain Marie with Tap without PansBuffaloSKU: FT694Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day Delivery1.2kW Wet Heat with Drain Tap. Capacity: 1x GN 1/1 Original price was: £229.99.Current price is: £116.39. ex VATView ProductBuffalo Ball ValveBuffaloSKU: AS426Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryFits FU291 Original price was: £23.19.Current price is: £22.03. ex VATView ProductBuffalo Castor Set (4 Pack)BuffaloSKU: AU686Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryFits JB983 & JB984 Original price was: £65.29.Current price is: £63.33. ex VATView ProductBuffalo ConnectorBuffaloSKU: AC892Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryFits FT692, FT694, L310 and S047 Original price was: £4.59.Current price is: £4.36. ex VATView ProductBuffalo Control PanelBuffaloSKU: AU684Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryFits JB983 Original price was: £13.29.Current price is: £12.63. ex VATView ProductBuffalo Control PanelBuffaloSKU: AU685Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryFits JB984 Original price was: £13.29.Current price is: £12.63. ex VATView ProductBuffalo DialBuffaloSKU: N433Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryDial for D656 L310 S077 GF454 GF455 Original price was: £11.29.Current price is: £10.73. ex VATView ProductBuffalo ElementBuffaloSKU: N434Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryFits Buffalo bains marie. Original price was: £50.19.Current price is: £48.68. ex VATView ProductBuffalo HandleBuffaloSKU: AU681Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryFits JB983 & JB984 Original price was: £14.29.Current price is: £13.58. ex VATView ProductBuffalo Heating ElementBuffaloSKU: AC878Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryBuffalo Heating Element for L310-B L371-B S007-B S047-B S077-B Original price was: £33.89.Current price is: £32.20. ex VATView ProductBuffalo Heating ElementBuffaloSKU: AS425Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryFits FU291 Original price was: £23.19.Current price is: £22.03. ex VATView ProductBuffalo Heating ElementBuffaloSKU: AU680Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryFits JB983 & JB984 Original price was: £34.69.Current price is: £32.96. ex VATView ProductBuffalo Heating Element 1200WBuffaloSKU: AL198Availability: Order By 2pm For Next Working Day DeliveryFits CH732 FT691 FT692 FT693 FT694 FT695 Original price was: £19.19.Current price is: £18.23. ex VATView ProductBuffalo Heating Element Press BoardBuffaloSKU: AC880Availability: Awaiting StockFor L371, L310, S007, S047, S077 View Product123...7Next » Why do they call it a Bain Marie, and what do they do? “Bain” means bath or pool, and “Marie” refers to Mary, the mother of Jesus, who is associated with warmth and comfort. Bain Maries are food warmers that uses water to heat food indirectly. The food is placed in a container or pan, then inside another container or pan filled with water. The water keeps food at a precise temperature suited to your menu. Bain Maries come in various sizes and styles, including countertop, drop-in, and freestanding models. Some use wet heat, others use dry heat, and some offer precise temperature control, making them appropriate for delicate dishes. What are the benefits of using a Bain Marie? Bain Maries are perfect for holding sauces, soups, and other foods at the ideal temperature without overcooking them. They’re energy-efficient and designed to maintain heat for longer periods, making them an essential piece of kitchen equipment in restaurants and catering services. How do I clean a Bain Marie? Cleaning a Bain Marie is simple. First, unplug and allow it to cool. Then remove the trays and clean them with warm, soapy water. For the base, wipe it down with a damp cloth and ensure no water is left inside the heating element before use. What sizes do Bain Maries come in? Bain Maries come in various sizes, ranging from compact units suitable for small operations to larger models designed for high-volume food service environments. The size you need will depend on your business’s needs and the amount of food you plan to keep warm. Can a Bain Marie be used for buffets? Yes, Bain Maries are ideal for buffet-style service. They help keep food warm for extended periods, allowing guests to enjoy fresh, hot food without the risk of overcooking or drying out the dishes. Other buffet displays include Hot Plates & Heat lamps, Soup Kettles, Heated Display & Warmers, and Chafing Dishes & Chafing Fuel. 31 Samuel Street, Bury, United Kingdom, BL9 6AG A Company Registered in England & Wales Company Registration Number: GB05069286 VAT Registration Number: GB867112521 Smart Hospitality Supplies is a trading division of The Smart Marketing & Media Group Limited Facebook Svgrepo Com Instagram Icon YouTube Icon Pinterest Icon X-twitter Shop £0.00 0 Cart Cart My Account WhatsApp us PRICEPrice: £2.00 – £3,260.00FILTERBrandBlue Seal (1)Buffalo (1)Cossiga (1)Designline (3)Falcon (5)Hatco (2)King Edward (1)Kubus (3)Lincat (65)Moffat (1)Nisbets Essentials (1)Parry (11)Victor (1)Vogue (1)Show 4 more brand▼Pack Size1 (108)Material304 Stainless Steel (1)Aluminium (1)Brass (1)Ceramic (1)Galvanised Metal (1)PET (1)Plastic (1)Polyamide (1)Polycarbonate (1)Polypropylene (1)Polyurethane (1)PVC (1)Rubber (1)Stainless Steel (1)Stainless Steel & Nylon (1)Steel (1)Show 6 more material▼ Product CategoriesAppliancesBarwareBins & Recycling BinsBrandsChristmas ShopCleaning & WashroomDrip Trays & AccessoriesFood & DrinkFront of House Buffet EquipmentDisposablesDrink MachinesService Appliances Bain MariesDessert MachinesFood Warmer Plates & Heat LampsHeated Display Warmer Units & Holding BinsHot Dog MachinesHot PlatesHot Sauce DispensersPie Cabinets & Pie WarmersSalad BarsService StationsSoup Kettles & Soup MakersStaff UniformsTable ServiceFurnitureHotel & Leisure ProductsKitchenMenu Covers & Table DisplayMini ShopsNew inRestaurant & BarSpare Parts and AccessoriesTableware Recently ViewedKitchen Craft Piezo Electric Gas Lighter Original price was: £6.09.Current price is: £5.79. ex VATBurco 3Ltr Wall Mounted Autofill Filtered Water Boiler AFF3WM Original price was: £379.99.Current price is: £296.81. ex VATNisbets Essentials Stainless Steel Wine Bucket Original price was: £8.19.Current price is: £7.78. ex VAT You May Also LikeUtopia Conic Jugs 1.7Ltr Original price was: £134.99.Current price is: £121.44. ex VATElite Six Door Coin Return Locker with Sloping Top Red Original price was: £441.99.Current price is: £428.73. ex VATBourgeat Tradition Plus Flared Saute Pan 200mm Original price was: £77.99.Current price is: £75.65. ex VATIce-O-Matic Elevation Modular Ice Machine CIM1135£6,648.74 – £6,697.99 ex VAT
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