Battersea’s favourite neighbourhood bar POWDERKEG relaunches under new ownership on 29th September 2017 with a fresh, relaxed new look. It now specialises in delicious cocktails, British craft beers and an ever-changing wine list – complemented by a new food menu by acclaimed chef Ben Mulock (former senior sous chef at the Salt Yard Group’s Opera Tavern). This is the latest … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2017
Scottish business rates review must encourage full reform of system
The ALMR has responded to the publication of the Scottish Government’s review of non-domestic rates welcoming steps to streamline the rates system for businesses but calling on both the Scottish and UK Governments to push forward with further reform. The Barclay review was last year commissioned to chair a review into the non-domestic rates system in Scotland to better … [Read more...]
Pitcher perfect
FEM’s latest Hamilton Beach blender whizzes up 2 litre summer cocktails fast FEM’s latest Hamilton Beach Commercial blender, the HBH755-UK Eclipse, is perfect for operators looking to keep up with the demand for pitchers of fruity summer cocktails. It’s efficient, programmable and, unlike most blenders, quiet. Plus, it features a 2-litre container making it the perfect … [Read more...]
Marco Pierre White brings famous seafood restaurant to Pullman Liverpool
Marco Pierre White will be honouring one of Europe’s most famous waterfronts by bringing Wheeler’s of St. James’s - the oldest fish brand in the world - to Liverpool. Due to open in November 2017 at Pullman Liverpool, located on the city’s UNESCO world heritage waterfront, the 120 cover restaurant will be the second of the Wheeler’s brand to open in the UK. The new menu at … [Read more...]
ibis Hotels announces partnership with Teenage Cancer Trust
ibis Hotels, a brand that prides itself on providing young people with opportunities and access to events and experiences across the UK, announces a three-year-long partnership with care and support charity Teenage Cancer Trust. Over the coming years, the leading economy hotel brand will aid Teenage Cancer Trust through a series of special events, fundraisers and … [Read more...]
Barnet rates relief scheme an unreasonable burden for businesses
The ALMR has criticised Barnet Borough Council’s insistence that venues be accredited under the Healthier Catering Commitment run by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health before receiving discretionary rates relief. Eating and drinking out businesses in the London Borough of Barnet must be accredited before they receive a portion of the discretionary fund announced … [Read more...]
Keeping Track of Workers at the One & Only Palmilla Hotel
Staff at the One & Only Palmilla and Golf Hotel in Los Cabos, Mexico have migrated over to the latest Hytera DMR Solution from traditional analogue radios. This has enabled the hotel to now keep track and locate their coworkers across the property’s 27 holes. Imagine, after months of planning, you land in a beautiful destination ready to enjoy a well-deserved holiday … [Read more...]
Tobacco Dock shines through this summer
Tobacco Dock has seen significant summer success this season, with the venue having held 29 events in total, 12 of which were consumer shows, from May until the end of July. Events such as Lululemon’s SweatLife festival, Bike Shed, HYPER JAPAN and Women of Silicon Roundabout were staged at the striking East London venue for the first few summer months of 2017. August … [Read more...]
Independent audit reveals significant rise in leased pub standards
An independent audit carried out on behalf of Star Pubs & Bars reveals retail standards scores have risen 10% in its pubs in the last three years. The gap between the highest and lowest scoring pubs has now narrowed to its lowest level ever. The biggest improvement was in the quality of food and food service, proof of the growing importance of food in the leased sector … [Read more...]
Vegetarian Foodservice Recipe: Cape Malay Coconut Curry with Charred Apricots
Vegetarian Foodservice Recipe: Cape Malay Coconut Curry served with Charred Apricots 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 … [Read more...]
Coffee wars: Specialists losing share as operators focus on lucrative segments
Research published by The NPD Group reveals intense competition for the coffee business in the British foodservice industry. It seems like there’s a coffee chain wherever you turn, and indeed Britain’s high street specialist coffee chains have increased their individual coffee servings by 21% since the year ending June 2008. However, in the same period, other foodservice … [Read more...]
Marc Haeberlin appointed as Signature Chef at the RitzCoffier
Marc Haeberlin has been appointed Signature Chef of the RitzCoffier at Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne, Switzerland's newest luxury resort which launches on 28th August 2017. As Signature Chef of the RitzCoffier, Haeberlin is responsible for establishing the restaurant’s fine dining menu. The menu pays tribute to Swiss hotelier César Ritz known as the ‘King of hoteliers, and … [Read more...]
Room 2 set to open second design led Apart-Hotel
Room 2 has announced the development of a new apart-hotel in Southampton, with a focus on design, comfort and value. The venue billed as the design hotel for the modern traveller, offers 71 studio rooms, and is located on 1-8 Queens Terrace in Southampton. The hotel is due to be completed by March 2018, with a further site planned to open in London next year. Following … [Read more...]
Zero Waste Scotland launches new partnership approach to prevent litter
Zero Waste Scotland has launched a nationwide initiative calling on businesses, local authorities and other organisations to help cut the cost of litter clean-up and join forces to prevent it from happening in their communities. The call was launched today at the Engine Shed, Scotland’s dedicated building conservation centre and an important visitor attraction, newly-opened … [Read more...]
Successful first year for Pizza Hut Restaurants’ degree level apprentices
The first candidates of Pizza Hut Restaurants’ ground-breaking degree level apprenticeship programme are forging ahead with their career ambitions after successfully completing their first year on the course. Emily Bell, James Mann, Holly Humphrey, Aaron Oreschnick and Anchit Mahajan have mastered skills in leadership and business whilst completing on the job training with … [Read more...]