Premium coffee house brand Caffè Nero has announced robust trading for the Third Quarter of its current financial year (1st December- February 29th) building on a strong first half year performance. At Group level, Caffè Nero delivered 12.7% year on year sales growth during Q3 of 12.7% vs last year. In the UK for the same period, sales were up 10.5% vs Q3 last year. The Q3 … [Read more...]
Vesper Bar launches Essentia
Vesper Bar at The Dorchester is set to launch a brand-new cocktail list on April 26, 2024. Essentia celebrates the powerful connection between scent and memories, with each of the 11 new cocktails celebrating a personal experience from a different member of the Vesper Bar team, thereby transporting guests on an adventure with every sip. The Vesper Bar team, led by bar manager … [Read more...]
This Earth Day, Beyond Green Properties Champion the Planet vs. Plastics Mission
Hotel News is sponsored by SoftBank Robotics Amidst a strong demand worldwide for tourism practices that are meaningful and responsible, Beyond Green, a global portfolio of some of planet Earth’s most sustainable accommodations, is helping lead the way in shaping a plastic-free future for generations to come. This Earth Day (April 22), Beyond Green is embracing the ethos of … [Read more...]
Offshore pub with rooms makes waves on the Lancashire coast
St Anne’s newest Offshore has enjoyed an impressive first month since setting sail as a new-look pub with rooms in mid-March, with the newest reopening from The Inn Collection Group making waves on the Lancashire coast. Officially opened by ‘After the Flood’ star Jonas Armstrong, the debut weekend was a fun-filled three days, with Victorian fairground attractions to enjoy … [Read more...]
Qualifications Wales serves up a new menu of hospitality and catering qualifications
Qualifications Wales has published its decisions for post-16 vocational qualifications in hospitality and catering, following a public consultation. A new, streamlined menu of qualifications will be ready for learners from September 2027. Wales’ natural beauty, varied landscape and rich culture draw visitors from across the globe. The hospitality and catering sector is … [Read more...]
Red Carnation Unveils 100 Princes Street
Hotel News is sponsored by SoftBank Robotics Red Carnation Hotels, the family-owned hotel collection, proudly announces the opening of its latest masterpiece and first property in Scotland, 100 Princes Street. Heralding the start of a new era at its storied Edinburgh address, this boutique hotel is poised to become a beloved destination providing an exclusive, … [Read more...]
Incipio Group announced as partner at Olympia
Incipio Group, the operator behind venues such as The Libertine, The Prince, and Pergola on the Wharf has today announced it will bring an elevated F&B offer to the new Olympia development in West London, opening several concepts of premium dining and drinking experiences. The £1.3bn Olympia 14-acre development is being spearheaded by Yoo Capital and Deutsche … [Read more...]
Blackpool Sands appoints new Head Chef
Chef News is sponsored by the Kitchen Porters Club Blackpool Sands in South Devon has announced the appointment of a new head chef, Sam Evans. Sam will lead the kitchen team in both the established takeaway and the new restaurant, which will open in early summer. Sam brings with him a wealth of experience, having worked in some of Devon's top kitchens. His love of … [Read more...]
Foxhills Serves Up New PPR Package
Foxhills Club & Resort in Surrey takes on the traditional Day Delegate Rate (DDR) offering with a brand new Padel and Pickleball Rate (PPR) that’s set to bring some racket action to meetings held at the resort. Foxhills truly believes that bringing colleagues together, forging strong relationships and elevating team morale not only enhances productivity, engagement and … [Read more...]
Soho pub to host commemorative event in honour of 25th anniversary of bombing
On Tuesday, 30th April from 5pm, the Admiral Duncan in London’s Soho is welcoming the LGBTQ+ community, regulars, locals, and allies to the venue to join its celebration of life and to commemorate its history. 25 years ago, the Admiral Duncan was at the centre of a three-part extremist bombing. The one-man campaign intended to stir up ethnic and homophobic tensions and the … [Read more...]
Shaftesbury Capital celebrate six new hospitality additions to Soho
By Angela Green: Shaftesbury Capital celebrate six new hospitality additions to Soho. Shaftesbury Capital has announced six new hospitality additions to its Soho portfolio, as operators continue to thrive across the creative and vibrant neighbourhood. Kingly Street welcomes two new signings from The Counter and Little Door & Co. alongside the upsize of pub and … [Read more...]
Chestnut expands Norfolk pub with rooms footprint through acquisition
The Lifeboat Inn and The Chequers Inn in the North Norfolk coastal village of Thornham have become the latest acquisitions for Chestnut. The acquisitions accelerate Chestnut’s foothold in the region, through the addition of a further 28 bedrooms – with the opportunity to add more. A 27% increase in the number of overnight stays going into 2023, according to data from Visit … [Read more...]
art’otel London Hoxton announce details of complete leadership team
Hotel News is sponsored by SoftBank Robotics art’otel London Hoxton has announced the full line up of its key leadership team as the hotel prepares for its opening on 24 April. Axel Krueger, General Manager Tasked with overseeing hotel operations, Krueger brings with him 17 years’ experience in premium hotel management. A long-standing member of the PPHE Hotel … [Read more...]
Increasing momentum for appreciation of Kitchen Porters revealed across all industry sectors
The industry sector and geographic reach of the Kitchen Porters Club just keeps growing, confirming the esteem across our industry that kitchen porters are held in. This is probably best illustrated by the range of kitchen porters in the past seven months that have won the coveted title Kitchen Porter of the Month. From York to Jersey, from care catering to restaurants, as … [Read more...]
Sodexo’s Ian Gribben recognised by Enactus with ‘Outstanding Contribution of a Coach Award’
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services The Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation and Sodexo UK & Ireland are delighted to announce that Ian Gribben, Account Director, Universities at Sodexo, has been awarded the title of ‘Enactus Outstanding Contribution of a Coach’ in recognition of his exceptional contribution to the Chance for Change initiative. This award … [Read more...]