We love to scour the consumer press to see what is being reported concerning the hospitality and catering industry and we found an interesting snippet today in the INDEPENDENT - The one thing that can make you a better cook, according to 7 professional chefs. The chefs asked included Tom Cenci, executive chef at the Duck and Waffle who said for him it was all about … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2017
The power of touch speeds up ticketing and food sales, as Adventure Island rolls out new AURES Yuno terminals
One of the UK’s best loved family attractions, Adventure Island in Southend-on-Sea, is well advanced with its point-of-sale hardware upgrade project. The venue’s operator reports it has now rolled out 50+ contemporary touchscreen Yuno terminals from AURES - on which it runs Merac’s MStore retail management solution - across its numerous cafes, food kiosks and ticket … [Read more...]
Maurizio Redaelli appointed as General Manager for three leading Starhotels properties in London
Starhotels has appointed Maurizio Redaelli as General Manager of the London complex including The Franklin, The Gore and The Pelham, part of Starhotels Collezione - a collection of Starhotels’ 12 most representative hotels that combine elegance, charm and exceptional service. Formerly General Manager of 5-stars Castille Paris – Starhotels Collezione from October 2012, … [Read more...]
What’s Hot at ScotHot Awards Shortlist Announced
ScotHot’s top 10 ‘hot products’ have been announced with just over two weeks to go until the show itself. ScotHot is Scotland’s leading food, drink, hospitality and tourism trade show, taking place on 15th - 16th March at Glasgow’s SEC. It’s set to welcome over 7,000 visitors, 200 exhibitors and will host a number of stages and competitions including the What’s Hot at … [Read more...]
Recipe: Skrei, Roasted Pepper and Fennel Chowder with Wilted Greens
A winter soup featuring Skrei that brightens the table with red pepper and greens. Serve in warmed bowl and pour the chowder over fish tableside. Total time: 40-60 mins Serving: 4 people Ingredients 1 Yukon Gold potato, medium 8 each 3 oz. Skrei fillet, skin removed Chowder 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 white onion 5 clove garlic 12 oz red … [Read more...]
Chris Bradley appointed Director of Hotel Development & Sales for Middle East at Worldhotels
Worldhotels is further strengthening its business development force by appointing Chris Bradley as its new Director of Hotel Development & Sales for the Middle East. The group for independent hotels provides a comprehensive range of services that includes global marketing, sales, training, e-commerce and state-of-the-art distribution and technology to empower the true … [Read more...]
Jérôme Henry to open Le Roi Fou in Edinburgh
This March, Chef Jérôme Henry will open his first restaurant, Le Roi Fou in Edinburgh. Over the last 20 years Swiss-French Jérôme has cooked in in some of the best kitchens including seven years as head chef at Anton Mosimann’s Private Dining Club, as well as the now fabled Les Trois Garçons. Le Roi Fou is a collaboration between Jérôme and creative director Isolde Nash. Both … [Read more...]
Hotel holds coffee morning for wives and girlfriends of local army veterans
Suites Hotel & Spa has welcomed the wives and girlfriends of local army veterans during an inaugural coffee morning. As part of the Knowsley based venue’s Armed Forces Covenant commitment, the event developed with Major Roly Sutton of the 156 Regiment RLC brought together ladies from various boroughs to allow them to connect, share experiences and learn about the diverse … [Read more...]
We attend, and we kid you not, the Fish Finger Sandwich Awards 2017
We must confess when we received our invitation to the Fish Finger Sandwich Awards, we thought someone was having a bit of fun, but no, they were real so we asked Majella to pop along and see what would unfold… Being a lover of Fish Fingers, I was actually and very excited to attend this event, really. I was looking forward to visiting The Tramshed also, great venue choice. … [Read more...]
Cheltenham Borough Council to scrap its Late Night Levy
As we reported back in Nov 2016 the British Beer & Pub Association and many others at the time urged Cheltenham Borough Council to scrap its Late Night Levy. Cheltenham Borough Council has now confirmed it will abandon its late-night levy in favour of the existing Business Improvement District. They then backed their decision and called on other local authorities to follow … [Read more...]
Bluewater’s Plaza to add three new restaurant entertainment experiences
Land Securities has today revealed details of the redevelopment of the Plaza at Bluewater. Designed to enhance the Plaza experience for guests, the plans include the creation of four new screens for Bluewater’s Showcase Cinema de Lux, as well as three new restaurants, and two new leisure spaces. Work has already begun on-site and is due for completion by Christmas this … [Read more...]
Seafood Pub Company crosses the border through acquiring Yorkshire site
Restaurant and pub group, The Seafood Pub Company has announced the acquisition of The Red Lion pub in Harrogate, its first Yorkshire based property. As part of the agreement, the property, based in South Stainley, North Yorkshire, will benefit from a £1.5 million development programme and reopen in the summer. Acquired on a freehold basis, the property will relaunch as a … [Read more...]
Adam Handling holds charity dinner at The Frog E1 to raise money for war veterans
Adam Handling will be hosting a charity dinner on the 27th of March at his restaurant, The Frog E1, to raise money for SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity which provides support serving personnel, veterans and their families. Adam and fellow chef, Andi Walker, who appeared on MasterChef: The Professionals in 2015, decided to organise the dinner after reading about Albert … [Read more...]
New GM for Leasowe Castle Hotel
Leasowe Castle, Acquired by Bhupendra Gandhi in May 2015 has welcomed a new general manager to the 16th century castle as part of the venue’s ongoing transformation. Overlooking the Wirral coastline, Leasowe Castle is historic grade II listed hotel just a short drive from Liverpool City Centre. Now with more than 40 years’ experience in the hospitality sector, Mike Dewey has … [Read more...]
Stirring the Supply Chain pot
Stirring the Supply Chain pot, by Pat Thomas, Beyond GM It is truly amazing that we can get so much food to so many on any given day. But, as the food supply chain grows larger, more complex and more competitive, it is also a place where things get lost, where information gets obscured or glossed over and key issues can get pushed aside. I was pleased read that Chef Cyrus … [Read more...]