The historical Royal Horticultural Halls has announced Bubble Food as a retained bespoke caterer to complement the vast array of events it hosts throughout the year. Commitment to sustainability was a key requirement for the tender process, which is an area that Bubble is highly passionate about. Michael Collins, Managing Director, Bubble, says: “We are absolutely … [Read more...]
Archives for 2017
Giggling Squid announces continued strong growth
Giggling Squid is pleased to announce another year of strong growth with turnover up by 56% to £18.4m for the year ended 2nd April 2017. At the year end the brand was operating 20 sites, 6 more than prior year with openings in Bury St Edmunds, Berkhamsted, Norwich, Warwick, Wokingham and Farnham. Whilst new sites generally traded well ahead of expectations, Giggling Squid is … [Read more...]
Travelodge opens its fourth hotel in Newcastle and now looking for seven more sites
Today Travelodge has opened its fourth hotel in Newcastle in the Quayside area of the city. The new 120-room hotel with Bar Café and on-site car parking represents an investment of £11m for the landlord and has created 38 new jobs within the community. The Newcastle Quayside Travelodge hotel is located at: Riverview Buildings Close, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE1 3BE - and offers … [Read more...]
Zip World open Blondin Restaurant featuring dishes from Bryn Williams
Adventure company Zip World and official catering partner Levy UK has opened Blondin Restaurant, a modern bistro-style venue at Zip World, Penrhyn Quarry, Bethesda, featuring five dishes from renowned North Wales chef Bryn Williams. Open seven days a week, the Blondin Restaurant is part of the Zip World experience and features a 150-cover eatery, offering indoor seating and … [Read more...]
ALMR welcomes London Mayor’s rates commitment
The ALMR has welcomed the London Mayor Sadiq Khan’s pledge to cut business rates for hospitality businesses. “We are extremely grateful that the London Mayor has recognised the critical issue of wholesale reform of the business rates system. The capital’s late-night bars, restaurants, live music and clubbing venues are rightly recognised as some of the most vibrant and … [Read more...]
Vegetarian Foodservice Recipe: Fig, Walnut, Pomegranate Salad
Vegetarian Foodservice Recipe: Fig, Walnut, Pomegranate Salad 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 delicious and nutritious … [Read more...]
Jenvey assumes new role at Chopstix
Chopstix announces that Max Hilton Jenvey has been promoted to the newly created post of Global Head of Franchise with immediate effect. With over three decades direct industry experience, Jenvey joined Chopstix in 2015 as chief operating officer when the business operated 24 units. Over the course of the past two and a half years, and working closely with Chopstix’s … [Read more...]
Pita Party at Berber & Q Shawarma Bar
Throughout January, Berber & Q Shawarma Bar are beating back the post-festive blues with their annual guest chef collaboration series in celebration of the humble but mighty pita. Josh Katz and Mattia Bianchi are welcoming four of London’s hottest chefs to their Exmouth Market kitchen to create a pita that will run as a special on the Shawarma Bar menu for a week, before a … [Read more...]
#CookForSyria at InterContinental London – The O2
Market Brasserie at InterContinental London – The O2 will cook up some delicious Syrian-inspired dishes this December to raise money for Unicef’s Children of Syria fund. The restaurant, situated on the Greenwich Peninsula, is taking part in #CookForSyria, a global fundraising initiative to raise awareness of the plight of children in the war torn country. A brand new … [Read more...]
Opening February 2018 | Farm Girl’s first all-day restaurant & bar | Chelsea
Acclaimed Notting Hill café Farm Girl is coming to Chelsea in the New Year with their first all-day restaurant and bar. Opening February 2018, expect signature brunch dishes alongside, for the first time, a dinner menu and cocktail bar. This new venture follows the success of Farm Girl’s first site in Notting Hill and the concession within the Sweaty Betty Carnaby Street … [Read more...]
TechnipFMC help fuel staff with hospitality provider BaxterStorey at brand new Newcastle upon Tyne site
Umbilical manufacturing specialist TechnipFMC Umbilicals Ltd. is helping to fuel its team at their new offices in Newcastle upon Tyne with the help of hospitality specialist BaxterStorey. The brand new facility boasts impressive views across the River Tyne and houses a specially designed restaurant and café where BaxterStorey serve a variety of freshly-prepared nutritious … [Read more...]
Billy and Jack and friends to host a 24-hour supper club at Plum + Spilt Milk in aid of Cancer Research Uk
In February 2018, MasterChef 2016 losers Billy and Jack will be hosting a one-off supper club with a difference. Taking place at Plum + Spilt Milk, the Great Northern Hotel’s destination restaurant situated in Kings Cross, Billy and Jack will challenge themselves to cook for 24 hours straight at London’s first 24-hour supper club, in aid of Cancer Research UK to mark World … [Read more...]
Club Mexicana host farewell taco party for last month at Pamela
This December, Club Mexicana - purveyors of London’s best vegan street food - are throwing a month long feast and one-off all you can eat Taco Party to mark the end of their year long residency at Dalston’s Pamela. True to Founder Meriel’s ‘no chickpeas and chia seeds’ mantra, the winter blowout will be decked out with kick-ass Mexican inspired dishes, Club Mexicana classics, … [Read more...]
Christmas: Break The Bank Dinner launches at Heliot Steak House
This Christmas, Heliot Steak House, the award-winning restaurant inside The Hippodrome, is celebrating the festive season with the launch of its one-of-a-kind Break the Bank Dinner. A six-course feast made of the finest ingredients sourced from around the world, paired with some of the finest wines, the menu is the perfect way to celebrate a lucky win on the roulette wheel and … [Read more...]
White Horse Oyster & Seafood Bar opens on Edinburgh’s royal mile
A new addition to the Edinburgh restaurant market from the team behind Chop House Bar & Butchery has launched in Edinburgh’s Old Town. White Horse Oyster & Seafood Bar is open seven days a week on the site of the oldest inn on the Royal Mile, and offers a dining experience focused on fresh seafood and shellfish. Boasting a custom-designed lobster tank and a range of … [Read more...]