British beer sales in the first quarter of 2018 were 1.7% down on the same period in 2017, according to the latest Beer Barometer sales data from the British Beer & Pub Association. This compares with a 3.4% rise in Q1 of 2017 (the first time the industry had posted an increase in Q1 beer sales since 2004). The decrease in sales for Q1 2018 affected both the on-trade … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2018
Hard Rock Hotel London reveals first inside look!
Hard Rock Hotel London today reveals an exclusive first look inside the new hotel, ahead of opening its doors in spring 2019. Drawing on the legacy of the greats who stayed here in decades past - and an inspiration to those who are yet to write their own story - the Hard Rock Hotel London will stand alone as a haven for music lovers and cultural explorers … [Read more...]
Elior to remove more than 1 million single-use straws as part of its new Plastics Policy
Elior has published a new Plastics Policy setting out a wide-ranging plan of action to tackle single-use plastic across the leading contract caterer’s entire operations. Single-use plastic straws and stirrers will be banned from the 31 July 2018 and 30 September 2018 respectively. The move is expected to see annual consumption of more than 1 million plastic straws disappear … [Read more...]
The Good Egg brings ‘Beer + Bagels’ to Soho with a line-up of North America’s finest
This June The Good Egg’s co-founders Joel Braham and Alex Coppard will bring their Beer + Bagels series to Soho with a line-up of North America’s best delis, restaurants and bagel bakeries paired with craft beers from London’s leading breweries. From NYC legends Russ & Daughters to Montreal’s famed Joe Beef, each will create a signature bagel, available for one night only, … [Read more...]
KUDOS Delivered extends its innings at Lord’s for England Vs Pakistan showdown
KUDOS Delivered catered for all the members of staff at the world-renowned Lord’s cricket ground in St John’s Wood, over the first clash in the test series between England and Pakistan. The match took place over the bank holiday weekend from 24th to 28th May, at the prestigious venue which is also known as the ‘Home of Cricket’. KUDOS Delivered provided fresh food, packed … [Read more...]
KFC announces 20% calorie reduction
KFC UK & Ireland has announced a calorie reduction commitment to remove 20% of calories per serving by 2025. The bold commitment is the latest phase of KFC’s long-term nutrition strategy, which is focused on creating new lighter meals, developing new recipes to improve existing dishes and making it easier for KFC fans to make lighter choices. By 2020, KFC will … [Read more...]
A taste of success for catering and hospitality students
Talented catering and hospitality students from Middlesbrough College have cooked up a storm winning an array of national competitions. The students – on courses ranging from Level 2 to degree level – have won a number of prestigious awards in culinary competitions across the country and three students have been offered full-time positions in world-class restaurants as a … [Read more...]
BBPA welcomes proposed extension of the low alcohol threshold by the European Commission
The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) has welcomed the proposal by the European Commission to extend the threshold for low alcohol beers that can benefit from reduced duty rates from 2.8% ABV to 3.5% ABV. The proposal comes after detailed work from the BBPA and support from the British Government. With evidence from Drinkaware suggesting that a significant proportion … [Read more...]
Chefs in Sheffield, A look at the forthcoming Skills for Chefs Conference
The 21st Skills for Chefs Conference in Sheffield will takes place in Sheffield on the 4th & 5th July and a stellar line up is assembled for this annual event. David McKown, Director of Skills for Chefs commented “We are excited 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 … [Read more...]
Army Chefs do battle at culinary competition
Army Chefs found themselves cooking for celebrity chef Simon Rimmer at this year’s Exercise Army Sustainer. Simon was one of four guest judges at the Army’s annual flagship event that saw over 180 of the Army’s top Chefs compete in a wide variety of culinary classes that covered both operational and formal dining. The chefs, both Regular and Reservist, took part in ten … [Read more...]
Hollywood Bowl Group’s investment programme continues at pace
Hollywood Bowl Group, one of the UK’s leading leisure operators has continued its 2018 investment programme with the £400,000 refurbishment of Hollywood Bowl in Heron Gate Retail Park, Taunton. The refurbishment sees the Group continue to lead innovation in the bowling industry and marks its third investment of 2018. Steve Burns, CEO, Hollywood Bowl Group said: … [Read more...]
WorldHotels strengthens its sales presence in the GCC
WorldHotels, a global sales, marketing and distribution company, with 350 independent upscale and luxury hotels in 50 countries, is strengthening its presence in the GCC. “The Middle East offers tremendous potential for us from both a hotel portfolio and a sales perspective. We have identified the region as ideal for strategic growth and we want to expand further over the next … [Read more...]
Manorview Hotels & Leisure Group listed in 50 Best Companies to work for in Scotland
Manorview Hotels & Leisure Group has been listed in the top 50 Best Companies to Work for in Scotland. The Group is positioned at number 42, above prestigious companies such as Edinburgh Leisure, Apex Hotels, and Odeon Cinemas. Top of the list was car dealership the Sytner Group. This is the first time the Manorview Group has been featured. The list of the Best … [Read more...]
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London completes its multi-million pound restoration
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London has completed the most extensive restoration in its 115-year history, designed to confirm this historic hotel’s position as one of the best in the world. Guestrooms and Suites Interior designer, Joyce Wang, has overseen the design of all 181 guest rooms, suites and public areas, taking inspiration from the hotel’s royal heritage and … [Read more...]
Star Pubs & Bars licensees can now get beers from 900 brewers
Star Pubs & Bars is increasing its cask beer range to over 300, giving it one of the most comprehensive beer choices for licensees of any pub company. Rolling out to all 2,900 pubs, the bolstered cask beer range complements the Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) deal agreed last year and will mean licensees will be able to choose the very best range of beers from … [Read more...]
