Do you prefer more Arabica, less Robusta, or a single origin coffee? Whatever your preference we can supply it… Caffia Espresso Crema - Caffia Espresso Royale - Caffia Espresso Fino - Caffia Espresso Supremo - Caffia Espresso Amazone - Caffia Java Organic - Caffia Trios Triple-Certified - Caffia Decaffeinated Espresso So whatever your coffee preferences, or should we … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2016
“Next Generation Harry Ramsden’s” Revealed
The next generation Harry Ramsden restaurant at the iconic Blackpool Tower was officially opened this week and the stunning new look of the brand was revealed for the first time. With its modern take on seaside design which has been specially created for Blackpool and its iconic landmark, the positive feedback from the brand’s traditional fan base mirrors that of the new … [Read more...]
Yummy Pub Co. to host Pokémon Go night & launch new Poktail menu
It’s official - Pokémon Go has taken over the world and as luck would have it, Somers Town Coffee House, owned by Yummy Pub Co., has been given the coveted task of being a Poké stop. In celebration, the pub will be hosting a Pokémon Go event in its speakeasy cocktail bar, Cosy Kettle (located under the pub), this Friday 29 July. Guests will be able to enjoy the new, limited … [Read more...]
Tapasya confirm £1 million restaurant within Wykeland’s fruit market development in Hull
Wykeland Group has today announced that Indian restaurant and bar, Tapasya, will be launching a 3,400 sq ft site at the Fruit Market in Hull. The deal marks the latest stage in the extensive £80m Fruit Market development being carried out by Wykeland Group and Beal Homes in partnership with Hull City Council ahead of Hull’s year as UK City of Culture in 2017. Opening in … [Read more...]
Kiln to launch in Soho this September
Smoking Goat founder Ben Chapman is to open Kiln in Soho this September. Kiln will be a side-of-the-road-type restaurant, with a short grill menu plus a speciality daily noodle dish. The cooking is inspired by the rural simplicity of the Thai borderlands where dishes combining Burmese and Yunanese spicing and flavours are cooked over open fire. Kiln’s menu is based around … [Read more...]
‘The World’s Greatest Imaginary Jazz Bar’ Launches At The Edinburgh Fringe
Kansas Smitty’s, London’s favourite jazz and julep bar will travel to Scotland this August for ‘The World’s Greatest Imaginary Jazz Bar’, a month-long residency at The Edinburgh Fringe. From Monday 1st to Sunday 28th August 2016, Kansas Smitty’s has teamed up with Alba Events to take over the industrial space of Leith’s Biscuit Factory and bring something entirely new to the … [Read more...]
Learn the Tricks of the Trade for International Beer Day
Having recently launched in Shoreditch on Thursday 14th July, HOPT is a new drinks concept that combines the finest craft beers, boutique spirits and wines with a fast, localised delivery service. Occupying a space in Boxpark on Shoreditch High Street and offering a regularly curated selection, HOPT is perfectly placed to pop into after work for a nice bottle to go with … [Read more...]
Wadworth brews South American ale to celebrate the games this summer
In support of Team GB as they head to Rio, Wadworth, the regional pub operator and family brewer, has brewed a special amber ale. With a nod to Rio where the Games are being held, the beer named Espirito de Carnaval hopes to inject some Brazilian faith in athletics fans that Team GB will be victorious this summer. The 4.3% ABV ale, is available to buy across the Wadworth … [Read more...]
River Cottage Spring Food Fair goes compostable with Vegware
River Cottage’s Spring Food Fair achieved a recycling rate of 72% by serving all food on Vegware compostable packaging. Aiming to beat the UK event average of 15%, River Cottage trialled Vegware’s compostable packaging and recycling support. After the three-day event, 680kg of used takeaway packaging was composted with food waste at Viridor’s nearby composting facility. In … [Read more...]
TV’s Dallas Campbell re-opens The Astronomer
Fuller, Smith and Turner PLC, the London brewer and premium pub company, is delighted to announce the opening of The Astronomer. The Astronomer is the latest addition to the Fuller’s Ale and Pie brand and was opened by Dallas Campbell, presenter of Bang Goes the Theory and formerly The Gadget Show. The Astronomer is in a desirable location, only a minute’s walk from … [Read more...]
Buoyant British beer sales up 31 million pints in Q2
Buoyant British beer sales in Q2 shows further signs of reversing a long period of decline, with sales up 1.5 per cent, it has been announced today. The rise means Britons enjoyed 31 million extra pints from April to June, compared with the same period in 2015. The figures are published in the British Beer & Pub Associations Quarterly Beer Barometer. Buoyant off-trade … [Read more...]
Solid first-half 2016 results driven by the transformation plan
"With several of our key markets, including France and Brazil, shaken by crises and violent events, the Group showed remarkable resilience in the first half of 2016. We continued to invest heavily in order to grow, transform and gain a foothold in new businesses that are destined to become fundamental for the Group. We will pursue this offensive strategy in the coming … [Read more...]
Virgilio Martinez and Albert Adrià to host one-off collaborative dinner at LIMA Flora
On Sunday 7th August, Chef Proprietor of Central restaurant in Peru (number 4 in The World’s 50 Best Restaurants) and Executive Chef of LIMA group, Virgilio Martinez, will welcome one of Spain’s greatest chefs, Albert Adrià, to LIMA Floral for a one-off collaboration dinner. A celebration of the pair’s long-standing friendship and shared innovative approach, the evening will … [Read more...]
Sodexo chefs applauded by Raymond Blanc OBE
Seven finalists from Sodexo’s Chef of the Year competition have been treated to a day at Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons hosted by celebrity chef Raymond Blanc. The top chefs from the world’s largest services company were rewarded with a day with Raymond Blanc and his team - touring the kitchens and gardens of the world renowned Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, … [Read more...]
Thistle Awards break records
The Scottish Thistle Awards is celebrating this month after receiving a record-breaking number of entries for this year’s awards. Scottish tourism’s equivalent of the Oscars saw 715 entries across the 15 regional categories, up 16% on last year’s record-breaking figure. The Scottish Thistle Awards, now in their 24th year, celebrate innovation, excellence and quality among … [Read more...]