Adnams, the Suffolk-based brewer and distiller – or perhaps that should now be ‘distiller and brewer’ - has won the prestigious Gin Trophy at this year’s International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC), less than three years after its Copper House Distillery first opened its doors. Top honours Judges at the IWSC, one of the world’s most respected spirits competitions, … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2013
UK universities’ new fast-track to MSC certified fish on their menus
The University Caterers Organisation, TUCO, has teamed up with the Marine Stewardship Council to offer its members a fast-track way to put MSC certified fish on their menus. The new system will make MSC certification simpler, quicker and less expensive for members, many of whom want to serve fish that is demonstrably sustainable. The TUCO Ltd Group Certification initiative … [Read more...]
New Whirl Griddle Spray – cooks like butter but better
Caterers who love the inimitable taste of butter but want less hassle can have it all with new Whirl Griddle Spray, the latest innovation from leading cooking oils specialist AAK Foodservice. The new product brings together the UK’s number one butter alternative brand, which cooks like butter but better, and a cost-effective format that offers the ultimate in … [Read more...]
Philadelphia Recipe, Philly Cheesecake Brownies
Ingredients for 12 125 g butter 125 g dark chocolate, chopped 200 g brown sugar 3 eggs, lightly beaten 50 g plain flour, sifted 50 g cocoa powder 0.25 tsp baking powder 200 g Philadelphia Light 50 g caster sugar Instructions Combine butter, chocolate and brown sugar in a medium saucepan and stir over medium heat until chocolate and butter have melted. … [Read more...]
This week’s recipe from Chef’s Corner, by James Bumpass
James Bumpass has been catering for more than 18 years, beginning as an apprentice in the corporate sector and quickly moving through his training, winning the West Berkshire Trophy (Trainee most likely to succeed). Moving into the private sector, he soon found this to be more his style with far more freedom to experiment and try new combinations and ideas. He was excited … [Read more...]
Relief Chef De Partie, Cheshire
Relief Chef De Partie required to work in a busy Gastro Pub in Cheshire. £10.00 per hour Accommodation IS NOT provided so all applicants must be commutable Daily travel expenses paid Please call the office now on 01254 355666 To see how this recruitment company ticks and what’s important to them take a look here ‘Making Molehills out of Mountains’ For other chefs … [Read more...]
Relief Chef De Partie, Surrey
Relief Chef De Partie required to work in a busy hotel in Surrey. £10.00 per hour Accommodation will be provided Contribution towards travel expenses Please call the office now on 01254 355666. To see how this recruitment company ticks and what’s important to them take a look here ‘Making Molehills out of Mountains’ For other chefs jobs click here to view our … [Read more...]
Industrial past meets 24 hour party people at Crowne Plaza Manchester
Crowne Plaza Manchester city centre has received a contemporary, city-inspired treatment by LRW Interior Design. Situated between the classic art-deco Daily Express building and the modern Urbis exhibition centre, the design style for this new build hotel is described as ‘industrial past meets 24-hour party people’. A recurring ‘shard’ theme is used throughout the interior … [Read more...]
Our Essential Recipe of the Week, Cumbrian loin of lamb
Cumbrian loin of lamb, hand picked wild garlic mash, morels, baby leeks, anchovy & rosemary butter Main Course cooked by Drew Metcalfe from Punchbowl at Crosthwaite in Cumbria Heat of North West Young Chef Competition 2013 2 x 6oz loins of lamb Wild garlic 2 x baby leeks Pinenuts Parmesan Extra virgin olive oil Basil Anchovies 100g morels 4 large … [Read more...]
Site Bites: Boulestin – Chartridge Collection – The Plough
Boulestin Restaurant to open in St James this September – Chartridge Collection goes on market – Guy Wallis takes on The Plough at Finstock Boulestin to open September with Andrew Woodford as Head Chef Joel Kissin is set to launch a new restaurant called Boulestin in St James, London this September, and has announced Andrew Woodford as Head Chef. Andrew was most … [Read more...]
Wetherspoon announces sales and margin growth
JD Wetherspoon has announced its pre- close statement for the period up to 23 July 2013, incorporating the 11 week period to 14 July 2013 and showing growth in sales, margin and pub openings. Will Wetherspoon’s prove a bellwether for the wider hospitality sector? Results in the coming weeks will tell. Current trading For the 11 weeks to 14 July 2013, like-for-like sales … [Read more...]
Chef’s Job of the Week – Relief Chef De Partie, Middlesex
Cummins Mellor Recruitment are looking for an experienced Relief Chef De Partie to work in a busy 3*, 55 bedroom hotel. This is an on-going contract and starts on 30th July. Accommodation will be provided, travel expenses paid and an excellent hourly rate of £10.00 per hour will paid. If this sounds like the ideal relief role for you, please call the office on 01254 355666 … [Read more...]
Hospitality Guild launches kitemark to recognise training excellence
The Hospitality Guild has launched a new kitemark system to help organisations promote their commitment to training and developing staff, and to raise professional standards in the hospitality industry. The system has been developed in partnership with leading organisations in the industry and will be managed by the Hospitality Guild’s partner organisation, People … [Read more...]
Portsmouth’s seafront regeneration: hospitality and catering opportunities
Portsmouth's seafront could be boosted by new catering and leisure opportunities as businesses are getting the rare chance to lease a number of sites in prime waterfront locations. Located near a popular boating lake, the five sites available for recreational and catering opportunities, include a picturesque rose garden building, grass tennis courts with pavilion, hard ball … [Read more...]
Electrolux crowns Winners of Chef Academy 2013
Three aspiring young chefs have won a place in the Electrolux Chef Academy 2013, winning a 12 month fully funded work placement in three of the country’s top Michelin star restaurants. Viktorija Bernataviciute, aged 25, a 3rd year chef graduate at Northampton College, Jonah Kellar, 18, of City College Plymouth, and Giuseppe Giorgio Finocchio, 22, of Westminster Kingsway … [Read more...]