Fast-growing entrepreneurial operator, Dine Contract Catering, has ranked among the top 50 companies in the country as an outstanding employer of apprentices in The Sunday Telegraph’s Top Apprenticeship Careers List 2015. Raising awareness of the value of apprenticeships and showcasing the range of truly innovative schemes for apprentices, the list includes household names … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2015
Tim Martin criticises the Jamie Oliver campaign to tax sugary drinks
Wetherspoon founder and chairman Tim Martin has criticised Jamie Oliver’s campaign for higher taxes on soft drinks. Mr Oliver has introduced a 10p tax on fizzy or sugary drinks in his restaurants and is calling on the government to introduce a tax on sugary drinks in the UK. Mr Martin said: “ A new tax on soft drinks will cost pubs millions at a time when prices in pubs … [Read more...]
£3.2bn London Paramount Entertainment Resort attracts investment from SinoFortone
London Resort Company Holdings and SinoFortone Group have announced an intention for SinoFortone to invest an initial amount of £100 million in the London Paramount Entertainment Resort (London Paramount). This announcement is made following talks in China recently and after an initial Memorandum of Understanding was signed in August 2015. SinoFortone has access to significant … [Read more...]
Libbey’s innovative new glassware design competition for bartenders
'Glassology' Leading glassware supplier, Libbey, whose products are distributed exclusively to the UK foodservice market by Artis, is hosting an innovative new competition for bartenders. In recent years, the selection of glassware has become equally as important as the drink it contains. Now Libbey is challenging drinks professionals to design their own glassware. In the … [Read more...]
Modex – A Modular Temporary Kitchen
On Site Kitchen Rentals Ltd are launching a range of Modex modular temporary kitchens. If you are looking for long term solution facilities for training or production, On Site Kitchens have temporary or permanent catering facilities that will suit your requirements. Having supplied many temporary facilities throughout the UK for a number of industries we found that … [Read more...]
Springboard’s Awards for Excellence shortlist revealed
The Springboard Awards for Excellence celebrate and reward inspiring people, organisations and initiatives – those that work hard to elevate the profile of the industry as an employer and, attract and retain talent. The special night of celebration will enable guests to meet the stars of the industry as the time has come to find out who will take the accolades at the 2015 … [Read more...]
BrewDog launches Dog Eat Dog in Islington
Craft beer brewery BrewDog has launched a food-focused venue providing the ideal environment to indulge in and explore beer & food pairing. A menu of carefully designed, surprising and flavourful hot dogs will offer a dedicated collection of dishes ideal for sampling against some of the world’s leading craft beers. The new hot dog bar opened on Friday 16th October with … [Read more...]
Rescue plan to save London’s music venues
A new report, London’s Grassroots Music Venues Rescue Plan, produced by the Mayor’s Music Venues Taskforce, suggests that whilst London’s music industry is generating billions for the economy, a vital part of this important cultural as well as economic sector is under threat. The Taskforce, set up by the Mayor earlier this year and chaired by the Music Venue Trust, has … [Read more...]
IHG: continued momentum drives strong Q3 performance
IHG has reported both good momentum and strong performance across its operations. Highlights Global Q3 comparable RevPAR up 4.8%, led by rate up 3.6%. Expanded global scale: net system size of 727k rooms, up 4.3% year on year (2.7% excluding Kimpton); 16k rooms signed into the 218k room pipeline, highest Q3 hotel signings since 2008. Strengthened the position of the … [Read more...]
art’otel Signs Hotel Management Agreement at Battersea Power Station
On behalf of the Battersea Power Station shareholders, Battersea Power Station Development Company (BPSDC) and art’otel are pleased to confirm the signing of a hotel management agreement with lifestyle hotel operator art’otel. The hotel will be developed by Battersea Power Station and managed by PPHE Hotel Group, owner of the art’otel brand. The hotel art’otel london … [Read more...]
Whitbread plans 220 new Costas as revenue and profits grow
Whitbread has published its PLC results for the six months to 27 August 2015, with Andy Harrison, Chief Executive, commenting: "Whitbread has once again delivered double digit revenue and underlying profit growth. Group total sales grew by 11.3% to £1.4 billion with good like for like sales growth of 3.6%. This drove underlying earnings per share up 14.0% and the Board has … [Read more...]
Grant Sous Vide enjoy another successful year at the Restaurant Show 2015
Grant Sous Vide, a leading provider of professional sous vide equipment, has once again enjoyed another successful year at the Restaurant Show 2015. The 3 day event held Hotel Olympia, London, caters to those owning, operating and working in restaurants, hotels, dining pubs and catering companies across the UK. During the course of the show a number of exciting events took … [Read more...]
Have you mastered brand experience yet?
Live brand experience is something no marketer working in today’s food, beverage and hospitality industry can afford to ignore. 75% of the top 100 global brands and UK superbrands now invest in brand experience, and this figure is only set to grow given that 95% of consumers say taking part in live events makes them more inclined to buy the brand afterwards. But keeping … [Read more...]
Introducing Zodiac Stainless Products
This week we met with John Burman, future Managing Director of Zodiac Stainless Products at their offices in Birmingham to gain a better understanding of the business. Zodiac are one of the leading distributors of Commercial Catering Equipment and Housewares, supplying a wide range of high quality items at competitive prices across the UK and Europe. When will you be taking … [Read more...]
Des McDonald launches Forest Restaurant & Cabin Bar ‘on the roof’ at Selfridges
On 21st October, Selfridges and restaurateur Des McDonald will launch Forest Restaurant & Cabin Bar on the Roof at Selfridges. Inspired by an autumnal woodland, Forest Restaurant & Cabin Bar will offer sophisticated comfort food and seasonal cocktails beneath a starry sky. Throughout the autumn and winter season Forest Restaurant & Bar will evoke the beautiful … [Read more...]