‘Tis the season to be hungry! Christmas brings us an excuse to stuff both our stockings and stomachs, so grab the elasticated trousers and make room for PL1 Restaurant’s new Christmas menu. City College hospitality and catering students will be cooking up a snowstorm and serving some festive cheer in their prize winning restaurant which has been awarded the TripAdvisor … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2017
From the fjords of Flåm to the summit of Snowdon
A Norwegian travel writer and tourism expert has been revealed as the successful candidate for the ‘Best job in Wales’ and will now spend one month visiting 30 of the best hotels the country has to offer to help define the famous Welsh welcome. Adventurous 26-year-old Lisa Stentvedt, who runs travel blog Fjords and Beaches, will fly over from the small village of Aurland in … [Read more...]
Ed’s Diner goes big on brekkie with new bottomless offer
Retro American restaurant Ed’s Diner has announced today that it will now be offering its guests free unlimited refills across every single item found on their breakfast menu. They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day and that is something Ed’s are certainly not taking half-heartedly! With the offer available now, all guests will have to do is buy any … [Read more...]
The benefits of service agreements for EPOS Systems
For any customer facing business, whether in retail, leisure or hospitality, Point of Sale equipment is one of the most important assets you can own. With the ability to make customer service faster and more agile, to manage finances and even to help automate stock control, the evolution of EPOS systems has helped millions of businesses the world over become more efficient … [Read more...]
CESA elects new Councillors including four new members
At the CESA AGM, held during the Conference last week, new members were elected to the Council. CESA is the voice of the catering equipment industry and the Council plays an active role in shaping legislation and implementing initiatives within the industry. “We welcome these new members and look forward to their input on future CESA projects,” says Glenn Roberts, chair of … [Read more...]
Market leading, easy and effective eProcurement for food buyers
Leading eProcurement provider Wax Digital has launched web3 for Food, a derivative of the company’s class-leading cloud Source to Pay (S2P) system with unique features that enable food buyers of every description, from chefs to catering managers, to streamline their food ordering processes and automate invoice management. Designed to cater for the specific buying needs … [Read more...]
Public Urban Bars takes Fourth Lease with Star for £840k investment
Star Pubs & Bars and Public Urban Bars (P.U.B) are embarking on their fourth venture together and beginning work on a £840,000 refurbishment to reopen the iconic English Rose in Liverpool after an 18-month closure. The investment is the biggest ever for Star and will transform the large site into an outstanding family friendly pub serving food all day, renaming it … [Read more...]
Competition law fears deter businesses working together to promote sustainability in supply chains
Competition law can sometimes hinder, rather than help, efforts to strengthen food security, according to a new report from the Fairtrade Foundation. The research reveals that cooperation between companies could benefit consumer choice and value, by improving quality, security of supply as well as bringing social and environmental advantages to the producers and farmers who … [Read more...]
Hotel manager proves doubters wrong
A hotel manager has thanked his family for helping him to prove the doubters wrong and achieve his career goal. Massimo Berardi, 34, has been appointed as the new general manager at the Campanile Hotels in Northampton and Milton Keynes after being told by a previous boss he wasn’t ready for the role. He said: “When I was in my early 20s and realised I could make a career … [Read more...]
Sano – Healthy Eating and Drinking in London
The movement of health and nutrition is one of the major features of the British food industry scene, and whereas previously it has not featured hugely in the dining out sector. Sano School of Medicine was opened two years ago by Doug and Heather Richards and Medicinal Chef Dale Pinnock as an accredited nutrional education group of businesses. The launch of Sano To Go on Grays … [Read more...]
Hotel launches at home of sporting excellence in Edinburgh
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West hotel has today (22 November) officially opened its doors to the public, with a little help from rugby great, Gregor Townsend. The new 160 bedroom modular build hotel – managed by Redefine|BDL Hotels (RBH) – is perfectly positioned within the Heriot Watt University Campus in Edinburgh, located next to Oriam, Scotland’s Sports Performance … [Read more...]
Chef Aiden Byrne joins D&D London’s new venture in Manchester
Restaurant group D&D London announced today that Chef Aiden Byrne has been appointed Chef Director of new restaurant 20 Stories. Opening in February 2018, 20 Stories will occupy the 19th floor rooftop of the No.1 Spinningfields building. The 15,263 development will feature a Restaurant, Grill, Bar, and Terrace that will offer unparalleled 360-degree views of … [Read more...]
TME Black Friday Sale 2017 extended
Restaurants and caterers looking to cash in on the latest Black Friday deals can take advantage of a tasty little offer from TME Thermometers this year. Leading handheld thermometer manufacturer, TME, is giving away a FREE temperature probe worth at least £30.50 with every MM2000 thermometer purchase. Shop here >> TME’s Black Friday offer is available exclusively … [Read more...]
Pizza Hut Restaurants unveils refurbishment and jobs in Wigan
Pizza Hut Restaurants has unveiled a £237,000 restaurant makeover at its Wigan Hut, creating 10 new jobs for the area. The re-opening is part of a multi-million pound nationwide redesign programme by the casual dining company. A brand new, exciting menu will also be rolled out in the revamped Hut that includes chicken wings, Kentucky style BBQ ribs and new additions to its … [Read more...]
The Belfry appoints new Head Chef at signature restaurant
The Belfry Hotel & Resort has recently appointed new Head Chef, Ryan Swift, at their signature Ryder Grill restaurant, adding to its already highly-acclaimed and well-respected culinary team operating across three restaurants at the resort. Working in the gastronomy industry for over fourteen years, most notably at Michelin Star restaurant Hambleton Hall and also at … [Read more...]