By Denis Sheehan FIH: The industry’s Master of Ceremonies soon to be accompanied by Keenbot T5. If you have enjoyed the privilege of attending many of our industry’s finest events, you will likely also have applauded Peter Hancock FIH as Master of Ceremonies. With over 40 years in the hospitality industry, 21 of which as CEO of Pride of Britain Hotels, Hancock … [Read more...]
Social Pantry announces catering partnership with Tower Bridge
By Angela Green: Social Pantry announces catering partnership with Tower Bridge. Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Social Pantry has announced it is now the new exclusive catering partner at London’s Tower Bridge, delivering events at the London landmark. Founded by Alex Head in 2011, Social Pantry has evolved to become so much more than simply a catering … [Read more...]
Sustainability making inroads to business culture: The H&C News Sustainability Roundtable 2023, in Partnership with Meiko UK
By Denis Sheehan FIH: Sustainability making inroads to business culture: The H&C News Sustainability Roundtable 2023, in Partnership with Meiko UK. 2023 has witnessed extreme weather across our planet all too frequently, climate change is irrefutably underway, and alongside that comes a responsibility for everyone to adopt a more sustainable lifestyle. The … [Read more...]
Commercial Kitchen to integrate into even bigger lunch! & Casual Dining shows for 2024
Following record attendance at this year’s lunch! & Casual Dining, organiser Diversified Communications has announced that both shows will expand for their 2024 editions. After feedback from both visitors and exhibitors, companies from this years co-located Commercial Kitchen will now fully integrate into these two shows. Due to the integration and the success this year, … [Read more...]
The Grand throws open a warm event welcome to local Yorkshire businesses
By Angela Green: Hotel News is sponsored by Guestline The Grand, York is opening its doors on 16th October to showcase its meeting and event spaces, with live demonstrations and guided tours guests can expect to fully experience all aspects of the hotel. Guests can choose to attend live cookery demonstrations in the Cookery School, live cocktail demonstrations from … [Read more...]
Institute of Hospitality’s Fellow’s Award 2023 shortlist announced
By Angela Green: The shortlisted finalists for this year’s Institute of Hospitality’s Fellow’s Award 2023 have been announced. Launched last year to recognise an individual Fellow’s outstanding contribution to the Institute, and the wider industry, the Institute of Hospitality’s Fellow’s Award aims to acknowledge someone who goes above and beyond and excels in their … [Read more...]
Sensational summer of events delivered from Sodexo Live!
By Angela Green: Catering News is sponsored by Two Services This summer more than 2.6 million customers received memorable food and hospitality experiences from Sodexo Live! at some of the UK’s most remarkable music, cultural and sporting moments. Sodexo Live! provided catering and hospitality services to eight events, mobilising over 7,000 employees during the summer … [Read more...]
Casual Dining, Commercial Kitchen and lunch! open this week at ExCeL London
The hospitality and food retail industry are preparing for the most important shows of the year, Casual Dining, Commercial Kitchen, and lunch! returning to London this week. The co-located shows, Casual Dining – the definitive trade event for the restaurant, pub and bar sector; Commercial Kitchen – the event for executive chefs and decision makers from professional kitchens; … [Read more...]
North East Hotelier’s Association ball celebrates expansion of membership
By Angela Green: Hotel News is sponsored by Guestline The North East Hotelier’s Association (NEHA), established over three decades ago, has announced their annual ball is to be held at the Federation Brewery this year. The event is expected to be bigger and better than ever as membership numbers have increased considerably in the last 12 months. NEHA serves as a vital … [Read more...]
Bristol hoteliers encourage people to have a go at hospitality
By Angela Green Hotel News is sponsored by Guestline A practical event has taken a significant step towards dispelling the myth that the hospitality sector only offers ‘stop gap’ jobs for people to earn money while considering their long-term careers. Around 70 people attended a ‘Have a Go at Hospitality’ event organised by Bristol Hoteliers Association (BHA), and got to … [Read more...]
Water, essential for life and sustainability, please discuss
H&C News in Partnership with Meiko UK are hosting the 2023 sustainability roundtable at The Dorchester, Park Lane, London this November. Guests from across hospitality and catering will gather to explore one of the most pressing and compelling issues of our time: sustainability and water. As the event convenes, our world faces an unprecedented challenge that transcends … [Read more...]
Eight Top London Chefs Unite for Hospitality Action Gala Dinner – 6th November
By Angela Green Chef News is sponsored by Kitchen Porters Club Some of London’s most talented chefs will unite for the first time to cook up a storm in aid of industry charity Hospitality Action at Nobu Hotel London Portman Square on Monday 6th November. Hospitality Action chef patrons, Jason Atherton, Vivek Singh and Atul Kochhar will be joined by four of the prime … [Read more...]
Duck & Waffle Edinburgh host ‘Yolk’s on You’
By Angela Green Restaurant News is sponsored by Newbridge Software The Duck & Waffle Edinburgh has announced a series of Edinburgh Fringe events featuring an all-star lineup of comedic acts served alongside a delicious chef-curated 2-course dinner. On Sunday August 13th 20th and 27th Duck & Waffle Edinburgh will host 'Yolk's on You' in celebration of Edinburgh … [Read more...]
Casual Dining 2023 release first details of Keynote Speakers
Casual Dining, the trade event for the restaurant, pub and bar sector will feature free-to-attend interviews, talks and panels with many of the biggest names in the business, when it returns to ExCeL London on 27-28 September. Nisha Katona, CEO & Founder at Mowgli Street Food, Tom Barton, Co-founder & Director of Food at Honest Burgers, Laura Harper-Hinton, Co-Founder … [Read more...]
The benefits of employing people with learning difficulties for job roles in hospitality
By Professor Peter Jones MBE The hospitality industry relies on having a diverse, motivated workforce to provide excellent customer service. Employing staff with learning disabilities can bring surprising benefits and should be considered more often. Here are some of the advantages: Reliability - Employees with learning disabilities tend to have lower absenteeism and … [Read more...]