Wykeland Beal has announced that Yorkshire’s first gin bar and distillery, Humber Street Distillery Co., is to join Hull’s rapidly-evolving Fruit Market. The 1,800 sq ft site is set to house a bespoke 150-litre gin still and will open its bar element on April 15. Owners Lee Kirman and Charlotte Bailey are investing £160,000 in Humber Street Distillery Co., which will create … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2017
Som Saa turns one with a late night birthday celebration
In celebration of their first birthday, som saa are kicking off festivities with a very special late night music session on Saturday 1st April. Inspired by the after-service nightlife available in cities like Bangkok and New York, owners Tom George, Andy Oliver and Mark Dobbie will be bringing back the classic dishes from their original Climpson’s Arch residency in this late … [Read more...]
Sussex Cricket strikes up winning partnership with Centerplate
Sussex Cricket, home to the world’s oldest professional sports club, is embarking on a long-term partnership with world-class catering and live events hospitality provider, Centerplate, to bring an extra touch of pizazz to the club’s food and service offering and dial-up the development of its flourishing award-winning events business at the prestigious 1st Central County … [Read more...]
Springboard’s FutureChef 2017 is Katie Cooper, University College Birmingham
Katie Cooper, 16, from University College Birmingham, won Springboard’s FutureChef 2017 cooking competition, beating over 9,000 12-16 year olds from across the UK in the process. FutureChef has now seen over 100,000 school pupils involved since it began in 2000. On hearing she won Springboard’s FutureChef 2017 Katie said: “It’s taken me three years to reach the National … [Read more...]
London Marriott Hotel Park Lane appoints new GM
London Marriott Hotel Park Lane has appointed Riddian Davies as their new General Manager. Davies joins the hotel following successful General Manager roles in London at The Royal Horseguards Hotel and One Whitehall Place. He brings almost 20 years of hospitality experience from a variety of leadership roles within groups including Thistle, Guoman and Amba. Davies’ earlier … [Read more...]
Virgin Trains adds organic, gluten free and vegan options
Virgin Trains has announced that over twenty five new products will be available in Standard Class from its on-board Food bar, on the east coast route. The move is a positive response to customer feedback, and part of Virgin Trains’ ongoing investment in enhancing customer experience. The new product selection offers an increased choice to customers, including organic, … [Read more...]
Amaris Hospitality appoints Peter Stack as Managing Director of Asset Management
Amaris Hospitality, the leading hotel investment and hospitality group, is delighted to announce that Peter Stack will take up the role of Managing Director for Amaris Asset Management. Peter is currently Head of Asset Management for Amaris Hospitality where he has focused on the management of the Group’s Accor portfolio, including the re-branding of 11 hotels to the Mercure … [Read more...]
Residence Inn by Marriott set to open two new London properties
Marriott International today announced the expansion of its extended-stay brand, Residence Inn by Marriott, with the signing of two new properties in London. With additional openings in Amsterdam and Aberdeen this year, Residence Inn expects to more than double its European portfolio in 2017. The opening of Residence Inn London – London Bridge expected in Q2 2017 will mark … [Read more...]
Hotel group teams up with top chef to launch culinary academy
A leading hotel group is serving up a new recipe to inspire young people to forge a career in the hospitality sector. English Lakes Hotels Resorts & Venues is working in partnership with multi-award winning local chef Steven Doherty to launch its new ‘Culinary Academy’ training initiative. Under Steven’s expert technical guidance, the academy scheme centres on a two … [Read more...]
Locksmith dinners launch at Yosma
This April, Yosma, London’s first Meyhane, will launch a new series of ‘çilingir’ Locksmith Dinners hosted by Executive Chef Hus Vedat, each Tuesday evening from 7pm. Following the traditions of the Meyhane, at the heart of Turkish social life, Yosma invites guests to share in the age-old ritual of gathering around the table with friends, beginning the night with a raki to … [Read more...]
Foundry Project to open in Harrogate this April
Revere, the premium arm of Marston’s PLC, will open Foundry Project on 28th April on The Ginnel in Harrogate. The new bar will offer artisan products with a focus on innovative cocktails, craft beers and specialty Caravan coffee. A new experimental cocktail menu, including Foundry Project signature ‘smoked’ cocktails, will sit alongside a wide range of craft beers, authentic … [Read more...]
Obesity solutions need not burden operators
The ALMR has renewed its message that licensed hospitality is keen to help tackle childhood obesity, but warned about the introduction of measures that could stifle trade and increase burdens for employers. The House of Commons Select Committee has published its report into childhood obesity making a number of recommendations including changes to legislation to include … [Read more...]
Edinburgh hotel goes for gold in sustainability
Macdonald Holyrood Hotel has been awarded a Gold Green Tourism rating for its commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly working. Having previously held the silver level accolade, Holyrood redoubled efforts to make all of its functions even more environmentally sound. The hotel has reduced towel usage in bedrooms, switched to energy efficient lightbulbs and upgrading … [Read more...]
Steak is on the menu for Mitchells & Butlers – new Son of Steak site opens
Mitchells & Butlers opened its newest concept, Son of Steak, in Nottingham last week. The Company recently announced its plans to pilot a new counter service, fast casual steak offer, as part of its investment in new concept development and innovation in the marketplace. Son of Steak will offer steak, served simply. The menu will focus on quality, hand selected products … [Read more...]
New catering facilities in line for top award
The University of Wolverhampton is hoping to serve up a treat after its £4.9million new catering facilities were shortlisted for a top award. The City Campus catering facilities were transformed into a modern, stylish outlet last year as part of the University’s Our Vision, Your Opportunity £250 million investment plan. The refurbished outlet, which also features one of … [Read more...]