The next chapter in De Vere Wokefield Estate’s history will be completed in January 2018 with the unveiling of the renovated Mansion House, following a £10 million refurbishment project. The historic country house, set in 250 acres of Berkshire parkland, will once again be placed at the heart of the estate. The investment is part of the wider £50million investment in De Vere’s … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2017
Beyond Food CIC wins national social enterprise award
Beyond Food CIC, a social enterprise based in London Bridge has won the Education, Training and Jobs Social Enterprise of the Year Award at the UK Social Enterprise Awards, held at the Royal Horticultural Halls in central London. The national Awards, organised by Social Enterprise UK (SEUK) recognises excellence and outstanding achievements by social enterprises, businesses … [Read more...]
Sodexo signs up to Government’s Disability Confident scheme
Sodexo, the world’s largest services company, has signed up to the Government’s Disability Confident scheme to employ, support and promote people with disabilities. The announcement comes ahead of the United Nations’ International Day for Persons with Disabilities on Sunday (3 December). Sodexo’s head of diversity and inclusion for the UK and Ireland, Megan Horsburgh … [Read more...]
Stoke by Nayland Hotel Golf & Spa Resort Upgrades Laundry with Girbau
Stoke by Nayland luxury hotel, golf and spa resort near Colchester, Essex recently upgraded its in-house laundry to increase capacity, quality and energy efficiency using the latest Girbau washers and dryers. Stoke by Nayland has been a family-owned business for over 70 years. It offers two 18-hole championship golf courses, 80 contemporary hotel rooms and a luxurious spa … [Read more...]
An exciting new future for Windermere hotel
A much-loved Lake District hotel specialising in accommodation for people with sight loss, is celebrating after being bought by Starboard Hotels, a leading family run UK hotel property owner and operator. The 35 bedroom Windermere Manor Hotel, in the heart of the Lake District National Park, has today (Thursday, November 30th) been acquired by Starboard Hotels after it was … [Read more...]
Successful partnership between KOBAS and AURES
Working with AURES, there have been some standout stories along the way. The crux of the matter is that with the YUNO and the ODP333, we have great offerings that fully service all our needs. They are well designed, good looking, high enough spec and durable enough for all uses.” James O’Sullivan, CEO Like a fine cocktail one of its clients might serve, KOBAS is a … [Read more...]
Floating restaurant and bar, Darcie and May Green, now officially open in Paddington Central
Award-winning Australian restaurant group, Daisy Green Collection, is excited to announce that its two dazzling city barges, Darcie and May Green, are now officially open to the public. Situated directly outside Paddington Station, in an unparalleled West-London water-top setting on the Grand Union Canal, the two gigantic boats boast an eye-catching exterior, designed by … [Read more...]
CH&Co Group Commercial’s Executive Chef is made a Freeman of the Worshipful Company of Cooks of London
Karen Poynter, the Executive Chef of CH&Co Group’s commercial business, has been made a Freeman of the Worshipful Company of Cooks of London. The honour has been bestowed upon Karen for her achievements in catering and her links to the City of London. In 2000, Karen was appointed sous chef at Chester Boyd, CH&Co Group’s specialist business that caters at many of … [Read more...]
Dominvs Group granted planning consent for Old Marylebone Road Hotel
Dominvs Group, the London-based real estate investment, development and asset management company, has been granted planning consent from the City of Westminster for a 29,525 sq ft (2,743 sq m) hotel at 233-237 Old Marylebone Road, London, NW1. The existing six-storey 1990s office building will be demolished to make way for a modern and upscale development. Dominvs will … [Read more...]
Gourmet Burger Kitchen relishes opening at Meadowhall
British Land, joint owner of Meadowhall, has announced that Gourmet Burger Kitchen has now opened a 2,500 sq ft restaurant, one of the brand’s largest sites, at the newly refurbished centre. Located on the upper level of the Oasis Dining Quarter alongside leading brands including Giraffe, TGI Fridays and Carluccio’s, it will cater for 100 covers and create 30 jobs. The … [Read more...]
Raymond Blanc OBE announced for 21st Skills for Chefs Conference
The 21st Skills for Chefs Conference in Sheffield will commence with an exciting opening event. David McKown, Director of Skills for Chefs commented “We are excited to announce that the conference will open on Wednesday 4th July with ‘An Evening with Raymond Blanc OBE’, an on-stage interview with one of the world’s most respected chefs." As Chef Patron of Belmond Le … [Read more...]
Best of beer writing recognised in annual awards
Adrian Tierney-Jones has been named Beer Writer of the Year 2017 at the British Guild of Beer Writers’ annual awards ceremony, staged on 29 November. Beer Writer of the Year is the top award in the Guild’s annual competition for writing about beer and pubs, which this year received more than 130 entries across nine categories. Tierney-Jones won the National Media award … [Read more...]
Marco Pierre White inspires next generation
Catering students from Weston College’s School of Food were given the chance to quiz one of the UK’s most successful chefs of all time, Marco Pierre White, during his latest visit to the South West. The celebrity chef, who was visiting his two North Somerset restaurants, which are located at DoubleTree by Hilton, Cadbury House in Congresbury, spent time with the youngsters, … [Read more...]
DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol South – Cadbury House Partners with Hoist Group
Celebrating its 10th anniversary DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol South – Cadbury House partnered with Hoist Group and installed brand new Wi-Fi network and interactive TV system. Located in charming Somerset, DoubleTree Cadbury House will benefit from innovative Fusion Internet. Hoist Group’s Wi-Fi system embraces the latest networking technologies along with a wealth of … [Read more...]
Company of Cooks secure great savings through Bank Brokers
Company of Cooks serves good, consistent food and drink, whether it's for 10 or 10,000 and everything in between. Company of Cooks process thousands of transactions and with so many transactions going through on a daily basis, card processing fees were an expense they were looking to minimise, hence why they contacted Bank Brokers. Abdul Ali, Finance Director recently … [Read more...]
Le Pont de la Tour announce new head Chef Julien Imbert
This December, Julien Imbert will take over the kitchen of Tower Bridge institution, Le Pont de la Tour. Drawing on his extensive Michelin starred experience, Julien will combine traditional French cooking with a modern approach as he heads up the menus of the Bar & Grill, the Restaurant and in the new year he will announce a new concept for the bakery, and the Le Pont de … [Read more...]
RATIONAL UK – proud winners of the Catering Insight Awards
The winners of the 2017 Catering Insight Awards were revealed on Thursday, 23rd November at an exciting gala event, that took place at 8 Northumberland Avenue, London. Now in its third year, the event was attended by more than 220 industry executives from the UK catering equipment industry. The attendees, including representatives from over 40 distributor companies were … [Read more...]
