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Hotel technology needs Delivered. Supported. Reported. htm
Meeting your hotel technology needs and developing a true service partnership takes time. It is hoped that from your initial or ongoing engagement, large or small, htm are seen as a company you will share your vision and actively work with to implement and service your hotel technology strategy. Whether providing the complete solution into a new hotel or integrating a single … [Read more...]
Nick Edgar recruited as Head Chef of The Samling
The Samling has announced the recruitment of Nick Edgar as Head Chef. He joins the Michelin Star restaurant from his previous role as Head Chef at the two Michelin starred Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons. Nick started at Raymond Blanc’s famous hotel and restaurant in 2000, rising his way up through the ranks before becoming Head Chef in 2013. He has been Head Chef at one … [Read more...]
Red’s smokin’ deal for expansion
Red’s True Barbecue has secured £9m investment to fund its aggressive roll out plans across the UK. The majority debt deal also comprises a secondary round of equity investment from its original handpicked panel of industry leaders, including veteran Ian Neill, Maurice Abboudi (K10), non-exec board members Brandon Stephens (Tortilla), Stephen Wall (Pho) and Aarish Patel, and … [Read more...]
Good times with pies for Pieminister
‘Sticking to the plan’ through difficult times has paid off for Pieminister who have reported a profit before tax of £99k in the financial year to 31 March 2015, compared to a loss of £109k for the same period in 2014. Sales revenues have grown by 21% to £9,197k (2014: £7,598k): a direct result of a strategic decision to remain resolute in their focus to grow their presence … [Read more...]
Recipe: Duo of Longhorn Beef, from the ISS White Collection
The launch of the Autumn/Winter 2015 edition of the ‘White Collection’ book took place on 16 December in Central London. This series of books and events present a range of five-star seasonal food ideas for clients’ menus, and was created and developed by Stephanie Hamilton and Lloyd Mann – Managing Director and Food Services Director, ISS Food & Hospitality … [Read more...]
Artisan announces double-digit sales growth
Artisan, the stylish casual dining bar restaurant located in Manchester’s popular Spinningfields, has announced a strong financial performance for the year ended 31 March 2015 with a double-digit increase in revenue. The 250-capacity restaurant increased revenue by 37% to £3.7 million (2014: £2.6 million) with EBITDA growing substantially by 152% to £452,429 (2014: … [Read more...]
Scotland enjoys festive tourism growth
Scotland’s accommodation businesses are celebrating a bumper festive season after over a quarter reported an increase in bookings, VisitScotland reveals. Research commissioned by the national tourism organisation found 26% of businesses have enjoyed a jump in the number of bookings, compared to the Christmas and New Year period last year. On average, visitors to Scotland … [Read more...]
Ginger & Pomegranate Sandwich Cake
This recipe for Ginger & Pomegranate Sandwich Cake is brought to you by Rachel Phipps. The ingredient you will need: 175g (6 oz) Margarine (or Unsalted Butter, at room temperature) 175g (6 oz) Golden Caster Sugar 170g (6 oz, minus 1 tsp) Self-Raising Flour (America, this is how you make the flour) 3 Large Eggs 2 tsp Ground Ginger 1 1/2 tsp Ground … [Read more...]
Sale of Nunsmere Hall Hotel and The Stanneylands Hotel
AlixPartners Services UK LLP (AlixPartners), a leading global business-advisory firm has successfully sold Nunsmere Hall Hotel (pictured above) and The Stanneylands Hotel, part of the Prima Hotel Group in separate transactions. Ryan Grant, Lee Causer and Catherine Williamson were appointed Joint Administrators on 7 May 2015, over four hotels owned and managed by Prima … [Read more...]
Record purchases of Starbucks Cards expected
As customers finalise their holiday shopping, Starbucks anticipates record purchases of Starbucks Cards on Christmas Eve, citing the trend for customers to make their gift card purchases at the last minute. Last year, nearly 2.5 million Starbucks Cards were purchased in the U.S. and Canada on Christmas Eve representing approximately 1,700 cards purchased per minute. One in … [Read more...]
Planning application lodged for major Edinburgh regeneration
A city centre site, which has lain vacant for a number of years, is set for major regeneration, creating a landmark development and breathing new life into a neglected part of the Grassmarket. A planning application has been lodged for the proposed redevelopment of the buildings on King’s Stables Road. These are being taken forward by a joint venture between Peveril … [Read more...]
New £50m Motorway Service Area for Leeds
The Leeds City Region is set to benefit from a ‘new concept’ Motorway Service Area (MSA) at Junction 45 of the M1. Located within the Aire Valley, it will create at least 700 job opportunities, being some 400 in the construction phase and including 300 permanent new full-time equivalent jobs when the MSA opens. Subject to receiving Planning Permission next year, the opening of … [Read more...]
Room at the Inn – Premier Inn makes room for Santa
Premier Inn head office has recently received a letter from a concerned child who has been informed that Christmas will not be spent at home this year. However, there's always room at the inn for Santa and this year the UK's most loved hotel chain Premier Inn is ensuring that its youngest guests aren't forgotten by creating a space just for Father Christmas on the roof of … [Read more...]
