New ‘air curtain’ system improves energy efficiency; plus advanced temperature controls and ‘display-maximising’ design Williams has launched a Sandwich Chiller as part of its Gem range for the Grab and Go sector. The open-fronted, self-service cabinet features an innovative new ‘air curtain’ system, developed by Williams, which recycles the cold air that is normally wasted … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2012
Steve Golding, Sodexo executive chef at Ascot, wins best event caterer
Steve Golding, executive chef, Sodexo Prestige, has won the Event Catering Award category at this year’s Food Service Management (FSM) magazine Awards. The Awards, held at the Royal Garden Hotel in Kensington, London, saw 400 members of the food service management community gather to celebrate those leading the way in the industry. Steve, who works for Sodexo … [Read more...]
Michelin Starred Chef Martin Wishart, what makes Scottish Beef world class
Michelin Starred Chef Martin Wishart and Master Butcher Viv Havery show case an award winning dish from one of Scotland's leading Chefs. Using a farm assured Scottish shin of Beef Viv highlights what makes Scottish Beef the world class product it is and coupled with Martin's skills as a chef produces a mouth-watering Beef dish. … [Read more...]
Guest Experience enhanced through Conrad Concierge
Conrad Hotels & Resorts knows today's luxury traveler has come to expect more than simply great service – they expect offerings customised to meet their needs. Additionally, consumers are using technology more than ever before: a survey released by Conrad shows nearly 75% of consumers use a smart phone, tablet or computer when booking elements of their travel. With … [Read more...]
Restaurateurs show how to grow profits with technology
Share the profit experience of market leaders Just how do restaurants like Frankie and Benny’s increase profits without reducing their service and quality ? And how do restaurants like Frankie and Benny’s maintain sales and increase their popularity in the face of competition ? To stay ahead of the game restaurateurs should look to make … [Read more...]
HOSPACE 2012: key issues for revenue management
Once again, last week HOSPA and its HOSPACE conference and exhibition delivered an activity and information-packed day to delegates drawn from across the hotel industry and its supply chain, complete with plenty of opportunities for networking with new and existing contacts. From the overview session at the start of the day, through to the presentations at the Educational … [Read more...]
Government Consultation on Alcohol: WTSA, BBPA and ALMR reactions
The Government’s announcement of its Consultation on Alcohol Strategy will result in an even more intensive debate on the subject, and especially the pros and cons on minimum alcohol pricing. Here, we show the initial responses from the WSTA and BBPA. Wine and Spirit Trade Association Chief Executive Miles Beale commented: "It is hard to understand why the Government … [Read more...]
£500,000 funding for Hospitality House training centre
The Hospitality Guild, in partnership with the National Skills Academy for Retail, has successfully bid for more than £500,000 through the Skills Funding Agency (SFA) to develop an innovative centre of excellence. Hospitality House will be a central facility for the service industry that will drive customer service and skills training across the hospitality and retail … [Read more...]
IHG is first global hotel company to launch App for Windows 8
IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) has announced that its Holiday Inn brand - the world’s largest upper midscale hotel brand by number of rooms - is marking another innovative first by becoming the first major hotel brand to launch a travel app for Windows 8 – the newest version of the Windows operating platform for a variety of PCs and tablet devices. Find and book rooms … [Read more...]
Britvic feels the pain of recall
Britvic plc – in the process of merging with AG Barr of Irn-Bru fame - has reported its results for the 52 weeks ended 30 September 2012, showing a 19% profit decline as a result of the recall of Robinsons Fruit Shoot drinks. Group Financial headlines: Revenue down 0.8% to £1,256.4m. The Fruit Shoot recall constrained revenue growth by approximately 2% EBITA of £115.6m … [Read more...]
Minimal Evidence for Minimum Alcohol Pricing
The Adam Smith Institute - one of the world's leading think tanks - has added its formidable wight to the debate on minimum alcohol pricing, concluding that predictions based on the Sheffield Alcohol Policy Model are entirely speculative. Deeply flawed model Statistician John C. Duffy and ASI fellow Christopher Snowdon have assessed the Sheffield Alcohol Policy Model, … [Read more...]
British Curry Awards 2012 celebrate £3.6 billion industry
The UK’s favourite cuisine was again be honoured at the eighth annual British Curry Awards on 26th November 2012, at a gala event at Battersea Evolution, London hosted by BBC presenter Jenny Bond and celebrity impersonator Rory Bremner. The UK curry industry boasts no fewer than 10,000 restaurants and 80,000 employees, and the awards have become a highlight on the UK … [Read more...]
Stonegate takes training to new levels as Elsa joins Albert
Over 94,000 training modules have been taken since Stonegate Pub Company launched Albert’s Theory of Progression to their 10,000 employees in April this year. Now the company has created, in conjunction with CPL Training, a bespoke online intranet system that houses a wealth of training and company information along with all employees’ development. Elsa mirrors business … [Read more...]
Modern Diner takes its first UK site in Exeter
Leading property agents, Christie + Co, has announced the letting of 74 Queen Street in central Exeter to Modern Diners Ltd, the site will become their flagship restaurant RUBY. 74 Queen Street is a prominently positioned Grade II Listed property in central Exeter. It benefits from excellent footfall resulting from it being close to both the main … [Read more...]
New Telford convention and restaurant quarter under way
Work has started on the ambitious £250 million development to create a brand new ‘convention quarter’ on the doorstep of The International Centre at Telford. The development is taking place next to the venue, will give the area a new bustling and vibrant heart, take 18 months to complete, and will ultimately bring an 11-screen cinema, a string of restaurants and bars, and a … [Read more...]