Celebrity chef James Martin will be taking over Manchester235’s Linen restaurant this Autumn. The restaurant is set to become James Martin Manchester, opening in September, with the exact date to be announced in coming weeks. The menu will be a mix of James Martin’s classic British style of cuisine: locally sourced, big on flavour, and uncontrived in its simplicity. Keen to … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2013
Clooney supports Nespresso’s major new sustainability initiatives
George Clooney, long-time brand ambassador, joined global leaders in sustainability as part of Nespresso’s first Sustainability Advisory Board, to announce major new initiatives in the areas of farmer welfare and environmental stewardship. Long term sustainability strategy The Nespresso Sustainability Advisory Board (NSAB) is comprised of experts and thought leaders in the … [Read more...]
Armourcoat Sculptural at the Palm Sugar Lounge, Liverpool
A new Liverpool bar concept, created by the team behind Chaophraya Restaurants, provides the dramatic setting for a unique Armourcoat Sculptural installation. Created by Thai native Kim Atcharaporn Kaewkraikhot, the exclusive restaurant/bar chain (currently in Leeds, Manchester and Liverpool) has received rave reviews and is listed in the top three Thai restaurants in the … [Read more...]
William pops in to ‘ale’ the baby!
As news of the royal baby’s arrival swept the nation, the team and guests at one London pub got the shock of their lives as William popped in for a pint to wet the baby’s head. Arriving to a royal fanfare, a beaming William burst into the Fountains Abbey pub, situated opposite St Mary’s Hospital where Kate Middleton gave birth, announcing “Everyone, the Royal Baby has just … [Read more...]
Insights into changing British eating habits
Celebrating 50 years of manufacturing at its King’s Lynn site, Mars Food UK has released a new study, polling almost 2,000 Brits, that explores the dining behaviours of the British public. The research into what we’re eating, when and how, shows that although we are holding on to some of our traditional eating habits, many of our behaviours have changed, and no doubt will … [Read more...]
Tragus appoints Peter Blake as MD of Café Rouge & Belgo
Tragus Group Limited ("Tragus"), one of the largest casual dining groups in the UK, and owners of the Bella Italia, Café Rouge and Strada brands, announces that Peter Blake has been appointed as Managing Direct of Café Rouge & Belgo with immediate effect. Peter spent 16 years working for Whitbread PLC. He started his career in the leisure sector at TGI Fridays, as … [Read more...]
Giraffe to open first of ten restaurants in Tesco stores
Family-friendly restaurant group, giraffe, will open its first site within a Tesco store on 5 August 2013 in Watford Extra, to be followed by a further nine in the next year. With its own separate entrance, as well as access from the store, the 3,424 square feet, 170-cover restaurant will trade all-day from breakfast through to dinner, serving its signature comfort, global … [Read more...]
Blue Rainbow ApartHotels ambitions for growth
As reported recently from the Serviced Apartments Summit (see link below) this sector is set for continuing growth, particularly as the business and leisure market becomes increasingly ‘educated’ about its availability and the benefits it brings. Now, independent Manchester hospitality company Blue Rainbow ApartHotels has revealed ambitious growth plans which will see it … [Read more...]
wagamama appoints CEO
wagamama, the UK’s Japanese-inspired restaurant chain, has appointed David Campbell as CEO. David has extensive experience across the leisure industry having held the position of CEO for the past 20 years in sports, entertainment and media businesses, and will join wagamama in early September 2013. David most recently worked in Formula One, as Group Board Director and … [Read more...]
Brenda Collin joins Preferred Hotel Group as Regional Director UK, Ireland & Nordics
Preferred Hotel Group™, a global provider of sales, marketing and distribution services to independent luxury hotels, has appointed Brenda Collin as Regional Director UK, Ireland & Nordics, based in London. Ms. Collin will be responsible for an existing 22 Preferred Hotel Group properties within the UK, Ireland & Nordics regions and for development opportunities in … [Read more...]
LateRooms.com hunts UK hotel gems
LateRooms.com today launches the 2013 Best Kept Secret Awards, the annual hunt for the UK’s hidden hotel gems. The hotel booking specialist is asking customers and industry experts to nominate their favourite properties across a number of categories via the awards’ website - entries can be made until 25 August, and the resultant publicity drives business! The coveted … [Read more...]
Sodexo to introduce the SUBWAY® brand to its retail offer
The SUBWAY® brand has been chosen as a partner organisation for Sodexo at sites with large volumes of customers, who value a variety of food outlets, including high street brands, such as universities, hospitals and military bases. Sodexo has already opened SUBWAY® franchises at Brunel University in London and Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton. It will open another at … [Read more...]
Levy Restaurants’ menagerie of tasty treats at Bristol Zoo Gardens’
Levy Restaurants, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, has won a new four year hospitality contract with the Bristol, Clifton and West of England Zoological Society for the Wild Place Project, Britain’s newest wildlife conservation attraction. Under this deal, it will provide visitors with a menagerie of tasty treats at the park’s eatery. Expecting 100,000 guests The … [Read more...]
Spirit’s food waste innovation is a winner
Spirit Pub Company has been recognised for its waste management after being named winner at the AD & Biogas Industry Awards 2013. Converting cooking oil and food waste into energy The pub company, which operates around 800 managed pubs across the UK, has won the Innovation in Food Waste Collection for its successful partnership with Convert 2 Green (C2G) in removing … [Read more...]
Table Table introduce Tasty Rewards for loyal customers
Whitbread's family pub-restaurant chain Table Table has launched their Tasty Rewards scheme, a loyalty initiative that gives diners the chance to collect points at the restaurant every time they visit. The scheme rewards loyal customers with exclusive offers, deals and great savings. Tasty Rewards cardholders will also be given a free main meal both on their own birthday, … [Read more...]