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Archives for September 2014

Make more of the microwave

September 30, 2014

Samsung launches commercial microwave cookbook to unlock full potential of the kitchen workhorse. The commercial microwave oven is the workhorse of many a catering kitchen. Regardless of size, just about every catering kitchen has at least one. Microwaves are renowned for heating, zapping and defrosting but few people realise how versatile they can be when it comes to prime … [Read more...]

The true cost of food waste to UK hotelier

September 30, 2014

In 2013, the Waste and Resources Action Plan (WRAP), a UK government sponsored organisation, commissioned a study into food waste within the hospitality and food Sector and discovered some interesting facts, for instance; Hotels account for 8% of all meals eaten out which equates to about 613 million meals a year 19% of all the food hotels purchased (by weight) was … [Read more...]

Catering School Food Plan Facilities

September 30, 2014

Looking for a catering facilities for your school, college, university or academy then On Site Kitchen Rentals have temporary or permanent catering facilities that will suit your requirements. Having supplied many temporary facilities through out the UK for multiple industries we found that experience is key in meeting the needs of any new facility. We have installed many … [Read more...]

Marriott launches Global Creative and Content Marketing Studio

September 30, 2014

Marriott International is to form a new global content studio, comprising content development, production and distribution teams, and dedicated to publishing, distributing and sharing digital and filmed content across film, television, online, digital and print distribution platforms. To further the company’s focus on next-generation travellers and drive new business, the … [Read more...]

Punch Taverns and Oakman Inns invest in Ampthill Pub

September 30, 2014

The White Hartin Ampthill, Bedford, is to re-open early next year following a joint investment from Oakman Inns and Restaurants Limited and property owners Punch Taverns. The pub, an 18th Century Grade Two Listed Coaching Inn situated on Dunstable Street, is at the centre of the £1.3million joint investment that will see the site completely refurbished. Oakman Inns and … [Read more...]

Butchery, Chocolate and Urban Forage at South Thames College

September 30, 2014

Having just celebrated its first birthday, the ‘Taste’ restaurant at South Thames College played host to The Chefs’ Forum’s third event in London since its launch at Westminster Kingsway College with Pierre Koffmann last May. On Monday 29 September, The College’s Chef Ambassador Bruno Loubet worked with Head Chef at Coworth Park Ross Marshall to produce impressive savoury … [Read more...]

Hilton’s Tower Bridge Bar TwoRuba transformed

September 30, 2014

Leading bar and restaurant design studio AfroditiKrassa has introduced a space-defining ‘metal mesh architectural drapery’, as part of its urban opulence interior design concept for Hilton Tower Bridge’s new 300 square metres destination bar, TwoRuba, which opened in September 2014.  Hilton brand transformation  The Hilton brand, nearly a century old, is going through … [Read more...]

House of Fraser partners with Caffe Nero

September 30, 2014

As part of its expanding Multi-Channel business, House of Fraser the UK and Ireland’s premium department store group has is partnering with Caffè Nero.  The partnership will see the opening of a new Multi-Channel shopping concept in Cambridge (opening 16 October 2014) in an existing Caffè Nero on Fitzroy Street. The innovative concept is the first of its kind, combining online … [Read more...]

Eclectic reports firm foundations for further progress

September 30, 2014

Eclectic Bar Group has reported its Maiden Results for the 52 weeks to 29 June 2014, with Reuben Harley, Chief Executive Officer commenting: I am pleased to report results in line with our expectations. The Group is developing well and has a firm foundation and an appropriate capital structure following the IPO last year from which to build. We will continue to acquire sites … [Read more...]

TGI Fridays to sell UK restaurants

September 30, 2014

The Wall Street Journal has confirmed that TGI Fridays Inc. plans to leave the business of running restaurants in the USA, as well as to sell its UK restaurants. TGI Fridays is owned by private-equity firms, and executives told the Wall Street Journal that it plans to sell most of its 247 restaurants in the USA to franchisees, also selling all 63 of its company-owned … [Read more...]

ASAP to roll out QA programme

September 30, 2014

The Association of Serviced Apartment Providers (ASAP), the trade association for the Serviced Apartment industry, has unveiled plans to promote its Quality Assessment (QA) programme beyond members and direct to customers. James Foice, managing director, said the decision was taken after a highly successful initial accreditation phase among ASAP’s members, “98% will have … [Read more...]

CH&Co posts another year of record growth

September 30, 2014

Leading independent catering group CH&Co is once again ahead of plan in announcing an 18% rise in turnover to £111 million for the year ended 31 March 2014 - comfortably surpassing its forecast last year that it would break the £100m ceiling for the first time. Six differentiated brands This growth has come from the continued development of six differentiated brands … [Read more...]

South West pub market continues positive growth

September 30, 2014

The pub sector continues to show positive signs of recovery, with 34% of buyers new to the sector, says specialist property adviser Christie + Co. Renewed interest in the trade has been created through the rise in the residential housing market and general signs of economic recovery, with many buyers relocating from London and the surrounding boroughs looking for change of … [Read more...]

Compass awards Outstanding Suppliers

September 30, 2014

Compass Group UK & Ireland recognised its exceptional suppliers at its Supplier Conference Awards at Twickenham Stadium last week, with Ecolab receiving top accolade of Overall Supplier of the Year. Held after day one of Compass Group’s two day Supplier Conference, the awards and gala dinner were hosted by James Corden and celebrated supplier partnerships and their … [Read more...]

CAMRA appoints Tim Page as new Chief Executive

September 30, 2014

CAMRA, the Campaign for Real Ale, has announced Tim Page as its new Chief Executive, starting work at the not-for-profit organisation on 3 November. Mr Page brings a wealth of experience from the charitable sector, having previously held positions as Chief Executive of the East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) and former National Director of homeless charity Emmaus UK. "I am … [Read more...]

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