The Brewery, in partnership with charity FareShare, the food redistribution charity, delivered the National Council for Voluntary Organisations’ (NCVO) annual dinner at the Chiswell Street venue. The event challenged preconceptions of so called ‘food waste’ and for the first time in the dinner’s history created a course from surplus produce. The NCVO champions the voluntary … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2017
Cottons announces two new London openings
Cottons Caribbean restaurants announce two further openings in Shoreditch and Vauxhall, London this spring. The current Cottons in Shoreditch Boxpark will close at the end of April and will be replaced with a site nearby on urtain Road, opening in May, and a further Cottons will open in June at St George’s Wharf, Vauxhall. The new Curtain Road restaurant and bar will … [Read more...]
The Roker Hotel continues to grow
The Roker Hotel, Sunderland is continuing to build on its success following a recent £1m refurbishment, with the appointment of three new managers. The Roker Hotel recently unveiled 43 new look en-suite bedrooms, the result of a £250,000 investment, in the latest stage of a phased development programme. And now, the Wearside seafront venue, owned by Tavistock Hospitality, … [Read more...]
Farncombe Estate, Cotswolds, appoints new Culinary Director
Farncombe Estate in the Cotswolds, is delighted to announce the appointment of Martin Burge as Culinary Director. In this new role, starting on 2 May, Martin will be responsible for the future development and innovation of the estate’s culinary offerings. In working with the Farncombe team, Martin will help drive the foodie experiences at the estate’s three hotels and five … [Read more...]
Strand Palace appoints chef Roberto Mercandino
New flavours will be arriving shortly at London’s Strand Palace Hotel with the appointment of Italian chef Roberto Mercandino. Roberto arrives from the 5-star Luxury Me Hotel By Melia & The One Group (STK) London where he was Executive Chef. He has been based in London for 16 years after training in Italy. Mercandino will be responsible for a suite of new menus … [Read more...]
Lake District China Forum hosts Chinese tourism experts
The Lake District’s drive to attract more overseas visitors from China is continuing with an invitation to a group of London based Chinese tourism agents to find out more about what the area has to offer. The Lake District China Forum has hosted a delegation of a dozen Chinese travel organisations from the capital on a two day visit to sample a range of attractions in and … [Read more...]
North Somerset hotel recognised for apprenticeship programme
A North Somerset hotel has been shortlisted for a prestigious award thanks to its apprenticeship programme which helps students kick-start their careers in the hospitality industry. DoubleTree by Hilton, Cadbury House in Congresbury has been shortlisted for the Large Employer of the Year award at the Weston College Business Awards, due to take place on Thursday 25 … [Read more...]
Somerset House gives guests exclusive look at newly available Embankment Galleries
Some of the industry’s leading event organisers were treated to an exclusive preview of Somerset House’s largest and most versatile indoor event space at an open house event on 19th and 20th April. The 1,059 sqm Embankment Galleries, which run the entire length of the building’s South Wing, have previously been used for exhibitions such as Valentino: Master of Couture and … [Read more...]
Amadeus cooks up record breaking year
Amadeus is celebrating the company’s strongest trading results in its 40-year history. The award-winning caterer has delivered an impressive year of growth with a 20% increase in revenue from 2015/16 and 44% growth in EBITDA. As the caterer for the NEC Group – one of the world’s top venue management companies – Amadeus has seen record successes across the Group’s home … [Read more...]
Brakspear bolsters accommodation at managed pubs
Brewer and pub operator Brakspear has opened nine new bedrooms at its Chequers managed pub in Marlow, taking to 77 the total number of letting rooms across its managed estate. The move expands Brakspear's accommodation offer at a time of growing consumer demand for ‘staycations'. The elegant, high-spec bedrooms offer boutique hotel style accommodation at the characterful … [Read more...]
Nick Liddle Promoted to Sales Director, Lexington Catering
Lexington, award-winning contract catering and reception services organisation, has announced the promotion of Nick Liddle as Sales Director, after two years as Head of Sales. Nick joined Lexington Catering in 2007 as Catering Manager and worked his way up to a senior role in operations before moving into sales. Nick will oversee all aspects of sales and business development … [Read more...]
Business rates reform must remain a priority
Following Sajid Javid’s comments that business rates reform was not a “priority issue”; the ALMR has called on the Government to stick to its promise for rates relief for pubs and to commit itself to further reform of an unfair system. The ALMR will also be launching an updated version of its Manifesto for Licensed Hospitality calling on all political parties to tackle the … [Read more...]
The Blues Kitchen annouce all star line up for ‘the big smoke’ 2017 rib festival
April 2017 will see The Blues Kitchen Brixton transform into a BBQ-lover’s heaven with the launch of The Big Smoke, a chef’s festival devoted entirely to ribs. The Blues Kitchen is going bigger, better and smokier than ever, transforming the restaurant and bar on Acre Lane into a smokin’, juicy, fire pit serving ribs from some of the world’s most celebrated pitmasters. From … [Read more...]
Vegetarian Foodservice Recipe: ‘Boerie Pretzel Roll’ topped with Asian Chakalaka
Vegetarian Foodservice Recipe: ‘Boerie Pretzel Roll’ Recent research shows that more than 5% of the UK population are vegetarian, that’s 3 million diners. These diners need vegetarian menu options and frequent the venues that provide vegetarian menu options. Fry’s Family Foods help you to provide vegetarian menu options not just through delicious and nutritious vegetarian … [Read more...]
Staybridge Suites Liverpool unveils £1million makeover
Staybridge Suites Liverpool, owned by Cycas Hospitality, has been refreshed and revitalised after a £1million makeover. The hotel, ideally located just 200 metres from the lively Albert Dock in Liverpool, has received a full upgrade to all its suites, as well as the public areas and the exterior of the hotel. Craig Patterson, General Manager at Staybridge Suites Liverpool … [Read more...]