Buyers are returning to Britain’s buzzing hotels market in search of some Autumn bargains, according to sector specialists at Colliers International. Hotel transactions have risen 28% in the last year as the market shakes off the effects of the Olympic ‘summer that never was’. But potential owners have been warned not to miss out as properties – and prices – begin to move … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2013
Brand management isn’t an Innocent business
Whether you’re in the hospitality or catering sector (or both), you’ll know the importance of brand management; after all, your brand and logo are how your customers and suppliers distinguish you from others. However, do you actually own the rights to your logo, website design and content, and/or any bespoke software your organisation uses? All readers will be answering … [Read more...]
Angelus Helps a Meanwhile Cause
Angelus Restaurant has collaborated with the local not for profit cause, Meanwhile Gardens, the community gardens in North Kensington. The restaurant will be purchasing produce grown on the Meanwhile Sky Garden and serving it on its menus, in a bid to raise vital funds for the charity and to inspire its customers and Londoners alike to grow their own fruit and vegetables. The … [Read more...]
IHG signs Crowne Plaza – London Albert Embankment
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) one of the world’s largest hotel companies has announced the signing of Crowne Plaza® London – Albert Embankment, a first for the brand in London’s Embankment. The hotel is due to open in the spring of 2015. Operating under a franchise agreement with Cannon Corporate UK Ltd, the upscale hotel is a new build property featuring in excess of … [Read more...]
Arriving now…London’s first beer trolley
Pictured above is London's first beer trolley, perhaps the first of many, and H & C News looks forward to the design and styling of future versions! This beer trolley has arrived at Honky Tonk Chelsea and Honky Tonk Clapham, where diners will be able to try and taste the most delicious and refreshing beers on the market, all from the comfort of their seats. The trolley … [Read more...]
Tips: avoid Brighton, favour Henley!
Giggling Squid, the Thai restaurant chain, has revealed figures which show a marked contrast in the level of tips left by customers at its different branches. Henley-on-Thames tops the table with an average tip of 9 percent, which is almost 3 times the typical gratuity left by Brighton customers at just 3.2 percent. Brighton’s neighbour, Hove, is one place ahead with an … [Read more...]
Brasenose College, University of Oxford demands the best
New kitchen and dining facilities designed to feed up to 800 at this 15th century college demanded the very best from kitchen designers, the project installation team and the dishwashing supplier. The project was part of a £9.7m redevelopment of accommodation and facilities to provide enhanced kitchen and dining accommodation. Brasenose was established in 1509 and the … [Read more...]
Chef’s Job of the Week, Relief Head Chef, Hertfordshire
Relief Head Chef required to work in a busy 2AA rosette hotel in Hertfordshire, starting as soon as possible for a minimum of 4 weeks. £12.00 per hour Travel expenses paid on completion of the booking All applicants must be commutable. If this sounds like an excellent job for you, please call us on 01254 355666 or send a copy of your CV … [Read more...]
Philadelphia Recipe, Everso Easy Cheesecake
Ingredients for 8 125 g digestive biscuits crumbs 40 g butter, melted 250 g Philadelphia Original 397 g can condensed milk 120 ml fresh lemon juice, approx 3 lemons 200 mixed summer fruits e.g. strawberries, raspberries, blueberries Instructions Combine the biscuit crumbs and melted butter and press into the base of an 18 cm loose bottomed cake tin and … [Read more...]
Window on residences at Mandarin Oriental One Hyde Park
Armourcoat has been specified for One Hyde Park: The Residences at Mandarin Oriental. Comprises 86 stunning apartments and three exclusive boutiques within four diamond-shaped pavilions, it is the first Residences at Mandarin Oriental in Europe. With contemporary architecture by Roger Stirk Harbour + Partners, the £250 million project brief was for a landmark development … [Read more...]
Site Bites – Ed’s Easy Diner in Norwich – YO! Sushi, Heathrow – Restaurant Marianne…
Ed’s Easy Diner to open at intu Chapelfield in Norwich - YO! Sushi to land at Heathrow T2 with innovative ordering service - Arts and crafts’ favourite on the market - Restaurant Marianne opens Ed’s Easy Diner to open at intu Chapelfield in Norwich Ed’s Easy Diner is set to open a new 3,000 sq ft restaurant at intu Chapelfield next month as part of its UK expansion plans, … [Read more...]
ibis introduces the Ibis Business Card
As part of the strategy to revitalize Accor's economy brands, the ibis family has radically overhauled its subscription program and is today launching the IBIS BUSINESS card. Keen to cater for the specific expectations of frequent business travelers, ibis business is developing a unique offering in the economy segment. On sale from 25 September, it is accepted in almost 1700 … [Read more...]
Head Chef at Prestigious Independent School
Type: Permanent Salary: £26,000 to £28,000 Location(s): Catford We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic and experienced Head Chef to lead our dedicated catering team, who produce outstanding food using the finest and freshest ingredients in the highly challenging environment that is educational catering at St Dunstans, a Prestigious Independent School. Working with … [Read more...]
Relief Sous Chef, Birmingham
Relief Sous Chef required to work in a high end hotel in the centre of Birmingham, starting on 30th September until 6th October. · £12.00 per hour · Travel expenses paid on completion of the booking · All applicants must be commutable If this sounds like an excellent job for you, please call us on 01254 355666 or send a copy of your CV … [Read more...]
Head Chef – Sugar Mill, Bourne Lincs
Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive Location(s): Bourne Closing date: 30th Sep 2013 To ensure all menu items and Company specials are prepared, cooked and presented by using the methods specified in the Brand Food Specification manual or by another member of the Management Team in accordance with customers’ wishes. For full details … [Read more...]
