One of the UK’s top wedding and events venues, Elmore Court, in Gloucestershire, has invested in a Vero Water on-site purified drinking water system as part of its vision to become a truly sustainable and eco-friendly business. Elmore Court is a unique and award-winning country house which has been in the Guise family for 750 years. Current owner Anselm Guise is passionate … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2017
ALMR demands commitment to EU nationals
The Government must make clear commitments to current EEA residents and establish a progressive immigration system that promotes growth that allows hospitality businesses to grow, according to the ALMR, the trade body representing the sector with the second highest number of EEA workers in the UK. In its submission to the Migration Advisory Committee’s call for evidence on … [Read more...]
Newcastle Indian restaurant beats London heavyweight in a battle of brands
The team behind one of the North East’s favourite Indian restaurants, who pioneered the Indian street food concept, have won a David and Goliath-style trademark fight against an international hotelier. Dabbawal, a renowned Indian restaurant which was founded in Newcastle in 2008, was one of the first fully-fledged street food restaurants in the UK. Since its opening, the … [Read more...]
New Opening: Greyhound Café comes to London
This January, Greyhound will be bringing their flagship restaurant, Greyhound Café to Fitzrovia. The brainchild of Thai designer Bhanu Inkawat, Greyhound was unveiled as a fashion house in 1980. Later in 1998, Bhanu launched Greyhound Café in the chic neighbourhood of Sukhumvit, turning the Greyhound brand into a lifestyle phenomenon. Ever since, Greyhound Café has been the … [Read more...]
Hotel to host evening gala to raise funds for regional cancer charity
A Lancashire hotel is set to raise vital funds for a regional charity that it supports through a black tie evening as part of its year-long fundraising drive. The glittering event, which will take place at Best Western Plus Samlesbury Hotel on Friday, November 3, will raise funds for the hotel’s chosen corporate charity of the year; North West Cancer Research. The hotel … [Read more...]
Hotel manager swaps Merseyside for Shanghai
A Liverpool hotel manager is swapping Merseyside for Shanghai to spearhead a major hotel opening programme. Laurence Whittle, general manager at the Campanile Hotel in Liverpool, is making the 6,000 mile trip later this month to start work on opening up to 200 new Campanile hotels across China for the Louvre Hotels Group over the next two years. The 33-year-old’s … [Read more...]
Celebrate Christmas at Hotel Café Royal in aid of born free foundation
This Christmas, Hotel Café Royal is celebrating the festive season and supporting the dynamic international animal charity, Born Free Foundation. Hotel Café Royal’s festive season will launch on 16th November with the hotel’s fundraising activities including a voluntary £1 donation on all bills during the season. Furthermore, in addition to an initial donation from the … [Read more...]
Mark Birchall launches second restaurant at Moor Hall
The Barn opened on 25 October 2017 – and will be the second dining room at Moor Hall Restaurant with Rooms in Aughton, near Ormskirk, West Lancashire. Chef/patron Mark Birchall, with business partners Andy and Tracey Bell, launched Moor Hall in spring 2017, and in the first six months there has been a cavalcade of awards and accolades, including a first Michelin star in … [Read more...]
Latest on Raffles Singapore restoration and upcoming reopening
Raffles Singapore announces its up-coming reopening that is planned for the second half of 2018. Since February 2017, the iconic heritage hotel has embarked on a careful and sensitive phased restoration. Its reopening will see the introduction of exquisite new suite categories, vibrant lifestyle experiences and refreshed dining concepts. New suite categories For more than … [Read more...]
Surge in self-catering holidays in Cumbria
Latest figures from Cumbria Tourism’s research team reveal that occupancy rates for the county’s self-catering properties are up 5% so far this year – and self-catering figures during 2017’s peak holiday season were the highest for almost a decade. It’s been a strong year so far, with bookings for Cumbria’s self-catering units up 5% overall (January-September 2017) compared … [Read more...]
The Brink highlights support and guidance services as part of ‘Make a Difference Day’
Liverpool’s only dry bar and café The Brink is celebrating ‘Make a Difference Day’ by highlighting the ways in which it can help and support the local community. Established in 2011, The Brink was set up to offer a safe, stigma-free and supportive place for those in the recovery community, acting as the flagship social enterprise of national charity Action on … [Read more...]
RIGO’ celebrates truffle season
From the 9th November, RIGO’ in Parsons Green will be celebrating the Autumn truffle season with a menu paying homage to the prized delicacy. Cooking with his uncle’s personally foraged truffles from his hometown of Piedmont, Italy, Executive Chef Gonzalo has created a bespoke four-course truffle menu, inspired by his culinary journey across European kitchens. Starters … [Read more...]
Gin and steak the hot new pairing at Manchester speciality restaurant
One of Manchester’s newest restaurants has revealed the secrets behind its unique steak and gin dining concept and it’s set to get city diners talking. Alston Bar & Beef will open its doors to the public on Friday October 27th at the Corn Exchange. It will bring the highest quality steaks in the UK to the city, alongside a selection of gins from all over the … [Read more...]
The Trafford reopens in time for home match following a £250k makeover
The Trafford, a favourite haunt of Manchester United Fans, reopens this weekend in time for the club’s first home game after the recent international break, following a £250k joint refurbishment by North West pub operator Bonilla Enterprise1 and Star Pubs & Bars. The pub had been closed for a month, taking advantage of the club’s away game schedule. Its new look will … [Read more...]
Partnership the key to Scottish obesity strategy
The ALMR has welcomed the launch of the Scottish Government’s consultation on tackling obesity as an opportunity to promote the work being done by the eating and drinking out sector to promote healthier attitudes. The ALMR has also stated that the Scottish Government must take a holistic approach to tackling obesity with an emphasis on shared responsibility. ALMR Chief … [Read more...]