ETM are adding to their ever-growing portfolio with the launch of Broadleaf, opening in the shadow of Tower 42 on the City’s Old Broad Street, this November. The unique, new-build bar and restaurant, designed by Russell Stage Studio, is inspired by the magnificent tropical glasshouses of the Victorian era which, due to window tax imposed on dwellings, were strictly for the … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2017
Is the ‘Martini’ inextricably linked with escapism?
Is the ‘Martini’ inextricably linked with escapism? James Thomas agrees that it is. It associations with 1920’s good time America, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, more recently Madmen series and long-distance travel, at the front end of the plane suggest an air of escapism. James is co-creator of the World’s Best Martini Challenge with his travelling mate Gary Sharp. They were … [Read more...]
Swan London Goes From Strength To Strength With Brand Expansion
Swan London continues to invest and evolve its private catering arm, Swan About, with the acquisition of new production capabilities. Following the failure of The London Kitchen and it subsequently going into administration and closing, Swan About has acquired its central London production facilities, goodwill and employed its core staff members. With an additional investment … [Read more...]
Admiralty Arch Appoints and Welcomes Waldorf Astoria to London
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts has been appointed by Prime Investors Capital Ltd to operate the luxury hotel within one of the capital’s best-known and most prestigious monuments. Admiralty Arch Waldorf Astoria, London will open in 2022, following an extensive on-going refurbishment programme which will restore and protect the iconic landmark’s architectural and … [Read more...]
Successful field trial of new refrigerated grab & go cabinet
Refrigeration innovator, Applied Design & Engineering Limited, has completed a successful field trial of its new integral refrigerated Grab & Go cabinet at a UK fast food outlet. The prototype ‘Crivat’ model, with unique and patented Aircell® technology, provides a range of food to go focused features. Reduced energy consumption of over 30% delivers cost savings, … [Read more...]
A proven track record in tackling our industry’s people and skills shortage
The Challenge Hospitality is the 4th biggest industry in the UK It’s suffering a major skills shortage due to unprecedented growth There are 4 key challenges with regards to staffing today... Unemployment rates have continued to fall: In 2011 they were at 8.1% compared to 2017 where it is at 4.8%. Demographic changes by 2022 changes in the labour pool are … [Read more...]
Pantheon’s pizza ovens perfect for casual dining and takeaway markets
Now improved for 2018 with expanded viewing window Pantheon’s pizza ovens are primarily targeted at the ever growing number of high street restaurants and take-outs offering eat in or takeaway pizzas, and are also ideal for hotels and leisure centres with an informal bar or snack menu. This market tends to require affordable, easy-to-use ovens that can be safely operated by … [Read more...]
Welcome for debate in Parliament next week, on taxation in beer and pub sector
The BBPA has welcomed a debate to take place next Tuesday in Parliament on “taxation of the beer and pubs sector”. The Westminster Hall debate has been secured by Mike Wood, Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group and MP for Dudley South. The BBPA says the debate, from 2.30pm until 4.00pm on Tuesday 31st of October, will continue to put pressure the Chancellor to … [Read more...]
Clasico Argentino comes to the UK
Argentina’s favourite street food comes to London, by way of Paris, at Clasico Argentino. This new casual dining spot on Swallow Street, W1 is now open. In partnership with the Gaucho Group, Clasico Argentino is the brainchild of two Argentinians; Enrique Zanoni, multi-faceted entrepreneur and traveler, and head chef Gaston Stivelmaher. The first location for Clasico … [Read more...]
Sodexo becomes gender pay gap early adopter
Sodexo, the world’s largest services company, has published its UK gender pay gap to become an early adopter of new Government legislation. Under new regulations organisations with more than 250 employees are required to publish gender pay gap data by April 2018. Government Equalities Office methodology requires organisations to share mean and median figures for … [Read more...]
H+J gives clients a taste of the future
Kidulthood, texture, the evolution of water and back to nature were the standout food trends projected by Food Futurologist, Dr Morgaine Gaye, and tasted by guests at H+J’s Trend Talk client event. The Trend Talk, held at the IET London: Savoy Place, was the second instalment of the caterer’s series of events designed to highlight and explore future food trends. Dr Gaye’s … [Read more...]
Vivek Singh Joins Adam Handling for a Collaborative Dinner at The Frog E1
Chef Adam Handling will be welcoming Vivek Singh, Executive Chef of The Cinnamon Collection on Tuesday 7th November for an exclusive collaborative event at The Frog E1. Earlier this year, Adam and Vivek collaborated at The Cinnamon Club, which brought together a tour de force performance inclusive of signature flavours from both chefs. Now returning to Adam’s home turf, Adam … [Read more...]
Brighton Chefs’ Table raises over £30k for Rockinghorse Children’s Charity
The Grand Brighton hosted the inaugural Brighton Chefs’ Table on Thursday 19th October in support of Sussex charity, Rockinghorse, raising an incredible £32,290 for the charity. Over £18,000 was raised alone from the evening’s auction, with diners bidding to win an exclusive dinner party experience, enjoying food cooked and served in their own home by each of the chefs. … [Read more...]
Travelodge Receptionist saves baby’s life in hotel car park
Cool-headed Karen Dyass sprang into action when Heather McSharry’s waters broke outside a Travelodge as the family stopped for a toilet break en route to hospital. Karen and Heather’s husband Matthew teamed up to bring little Michael into the world as paramedics talked them through the delivery from the other end of the line on speakerphone. But as the new-born emerged … [Read more...]
New Hotel Manager takes the helm at The Rivers Hotel
The UK’s first hotel to be run by young people with autism and learning difficulties is now up and running under the supervision of a new manager. Paul Breeze has taken up the mantle of Hotel Manager at The Rivers Hotel, formerly the Rivers Edge Hotel in Gateshead. Following a £2million refurbishment, it is now a fully functioning hotel and facility for young people with … [Read more...]