Everyone has heard of global warming and the associated dangers. We are being told that we all need to do our bit to reduce the amount of ‘greenhouse gases’ that escape into the atmosphere and to think and act ‘Sustainably’. But what does this really mean? “If I’ve got customers waiting and 20 mains to get out in the next five minutes, the last thing I want to … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2010
Job of the week, Commis Chef @ Rick Stein’s
Applicants will need to demonstrate: • Previous catering experience in a busy environment. • A passion for maintaining quality and standards. • An ability to work within a diverse team. • Flexibility to fulfil a broad range of working patterns. Responsibilities will include: • To support the kitchen in order to create and maintain the quality product that … [Read more...]
Coca-Cola aims to replicate US viral video success in UK
Coca-Cola is launching a UK version of its Happiness Machine viral, hoping to replicate its success in the US. The video shows a vending machine giving out an assortment of items to surprised students in a college campus. The UK version will see the addition of UK-specific items such as strawberries and cream and the board game Twister. The US version is now … [Read more...]
Servocuccina, the video guide to front cooking
Need a mobile creperie or wok station? Varithek® servocuccina® sets new standards for mobile cooking and now, you can watch the movie! Lightweight and flexible, Servocuccina simply wheels into place for cooking using griddle, wok or boiling top. Hygienic, lightweight and very flexible, servocuccina® can be quickly configured to accommodate individual cooking … [Read more...]
HotStats UK Chain Hotels Market Review – June 2010
Strongest month for RevPAR growth of 2010 causes a surge in profitability in London Room rates in London have surged through their previous peak of June 2008 as profitability at hotels in the UK capital soars, according to the latest HotStats survey from TRI Hospitality Consulting. A year-on-year increase in Revenue per Available Room (RevPAR) of 15.8% in the month of June … [Read more...]
Win an original movie poster, with only 5 days to go it could be you
With only 5 days left in this competition and the winners being announced on 4th August it really could be you winning an authentic and original piece of art. Venues looking for a new look and feel for their guest experience should remember that almost everyone has a favourite film. Movie posters bring back cherished memories and are unique pieces of art in their own … [Read more...]
Pilgrim Inn wins Fuller’s Hampshire Dish of the Year
The Pilgrim Inn at Marchwood near Southampton is celebrating after winning Fuller’s Hampshire Dish of the Year competition, held in conjunction with The Hampshire Food Festival. The objective of the competition was for Fuller’s pub chefs to create a dish based on locally sourced ingredients that they would happily serve on their pub menu. The winning dish was New Forest … [Read more...]
City’s new ‘secret garden’ bar gets perfect service
CST installs latest hi-tech kitchen automation at The Folly in Gracechurch Street A sophisticated kitchen software system is set to help fast-growing London bar chain Drake and Morgan deliver a new level of food service when it opens its latest venue, The Folly, in October 2010. Located in Gracechurch Street, in the heart of the City and just a short walk from … [Read more...]
Former Bar Risa/Jongleurs to become fourth Glee Club
Acting on behalf of British Waterways and Administrators BDO LLP, Christie + Co has re-let the former Bar Risa/Jongleurs in Nottingham, to Comic Enterprises, owners of the Glee Club, the comedy and music venue group. Located close to the city centre in Nottingham’s Waterfront Development, the c.16,000sq ft site will become the fourth Glee Club in the UK when it opens in … [Read more...]
Five new faces are set to help develop research at Harper Adams
Five new members of staff have been appointed at Harper Adams University College in Shropshire with the aim of developing research. The five new post-holders who will be starting between now and the Autumn have filled roles in the agri-food and land-based research fields at the University College to address the global challenges of food and bio-energy security. The … [Read more...]
Christie + Co markets central London boutique hotel
Acting on behalf of a private client, Christie + Co is marketing the freehold of the Four Seasons Hotel near Baker Street, London, with offers in the region of £9 million sought. Situated in the affluent area of Marylebone, on the edge of Regent’s Park, the 42 en suite-bedroom, upscale boutique hotel comprises three mid-terraced, early 19th Century, Grade II-Listed … [Read more...]
Sustainability in the commercial kitchen
Everyone has heard of global warming and the associated dangers. We are being told that we all need to do our bit to reduce the amount of ‘greenhouse gases’ that escape into the atmosphere and to think and act ‘Sustainably’. But what does this really mean? “If I’ve got customers waiting and 20 mains to get out in the next five minutes, the last thing I want to think … [Read more...]
Summer sizzler, cool your guests down with this exclusive hot offer
Juice dispensers offer an immediate cool down and in this hot weather what better way to look after your guests. Xing Xing offer a fantastic range of attractive juice dispensers and are offering all visitors to Hospitality and Catering News 20% off across the whole range. To claim your discount simply email us by clicking this link or call now to claim your discount 020 … [Read more...]
Ooh la la! Tantalising free samples of continental style ice cream
New Forest Ice Cream offers a continental range of scooping ice cream for operators looking for an easy way to extend the menu with a quality ready to serve dessert at a competitive price point. Available in a tantalising mix of flavours, from the everyday super smooth strawberry, chocolate and vanilla to more interesting options such as Fudge Surprise with Honeycomb; Lemon … [Read more...]
Major and Crown Moran partner to launch Charitable Trust
Major International and Crown Moran Hotels have joined forces to launch a Charitable Trust to provide support for good causes within the hospitality industry. The Trust will be financed by the two founding companies and will organise a series of fund raising activities to raise money for charities chosen by employees of the two firms. The first event will take place in … [Read more...]