Leading London bar and restaurant group, ETM, has announced it will open a new venue next year at one of Britain’s busiest stations, London Bridge. A bar, restaurant and sports lounge, Redwood follows the £1 billion redevelopment of London Bridge station which has seen a range of improvements including a huge new concourse, modern facilities, two new entrances on Tooley … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2018
Elior wins record-breaking education contract with University of Sunderland
Food and drink at the University of Sunderland is set for a total regeneration after the University awarded a 10-year contract to Elior UK in a record-breaking education sector win for the leading contract caterer. As part of the deal, Elior is making substantial investment to transform facilities at the University’s two Sunderland campuses – where it will cater for more … [Read more...]
Marco Pierre White to open new steakhouse in Folkestone
Renowned chef and restaurateur, Marco Pierre White (MPW), is bringing his popular Steakhouse Bar & Grill to Folkestone. Located at the Clifton Hotel in Folkestone, the restaurant is due to open in summer 2018. The 82-cover restaurant is set to become a must-visit for local food lovers and hotel guests. The Steakhouse Bar & Grill opens out into a wonderfully light … [Read more...]
Making life Peachy for all: The Peach approach to the gender pay gap
The Peach Pub Company has welcomed the chance to publish the Gender Pay Gap information as well as set out how it is working hard to make life Peachy for all. The award-winning pub company, named a Sunday Times Top 100 Best Companies to Work. For both last year and the year before, has revealed that its median gender pay gap for all employees is 3.7%, a figure which … [Read more...]
Hope and Glory Tea’s afternoon tea pairing, Rich Chocolate Hazelnut Cake with Assam
Chocolate & Nut Cake, an American favourite, is an ideal partner for Hope & Glory Assam. The smooth, full bodied taste of the tea compliments the sweet, nutty, rich chocolate flavours. Have a good day y’all! Ingredients Serves: 10 300g whole blanched hazelnuts 50g milk chocolate, melted 6 eggs, separated 200g golden caster sugar 1 teaspoon … [Read more...]
New opening: Beef & Brew Steaks out Haggerston
On 23rd July Beef & Brew, the Kentish Town favourite, is bringing their grass-fed beef and craft beers to the former Duke’s Brew & Que site in the heart of East London, just a stone’s throw from Regent’s Canal in Haggerston. Taking cues from the building’s long history as the old Duke of York public house, guests can begin with a Half pint of fried oysters with a … [Read more...]
Indian food festival boost for Edinburgh charity
An Edinburgh charity which helps Sikh women integrate into Scottish society is set to benefit from Scotland’s biggest festival of Indian food. Organisers of the Indian Food Bazaar, which is being staged in Glasgow on 14 and 15 July, have named Sikh Sanjog in Leith as their chosen charity. Its services focus on linking women and girls to social, educational and employment … [Read more...]
Switzerland’s coolest new eco-hotel opens for its first summer season
Following its success as a winter destination, Valsana, Arosa will open for its first summer season. Valsana is an eco-powerhouse, running on 95% recycled energy, with a self-sufficient energy system called an ice battery. The eco philosophy runs throughout the hotel from the chunky wood furniture, floors and exterior, made with the cladding of the previous property, to the … [Read more...]
Mexico inspired menu at Six by Nico Restaurants
Six by Nico restaurant brings the vibrant spirit of modern Mexico with its contemporary and refined take on Mexican food and drink to their restaurants this Summer. Inspired by the country’s extensive and sophisticated culinary culture 'Mexico' aims to transport diners from the hazy cactus deserts of Tijuana to the vibrant, bustling streets of Mexico City with each course. … [Read more...]
Johnny Parr takes on Fifth Star Pub
East Midlands multiple operator, Johnny Parr has taken on a fifth Star Pubs & Bars site, The Cock in Werrington, Peterborough. The pub is Johnny’s fifth pub with Star Pubs & Bars. The other local sites are the popular Square in Market Deeping, Manor House in Wortham, Mason’s Arms in Bourne and Black Swan in Spalding. The Cock Inn is currently closed for a £280k … [Read more...]
Altitude London under new ownership
As one of London’s most renowned events spaces, Altitude London, located at the top of the grade II listed Millbank Tower, is delighted to announce that it is now under new ownership. With this comes an exciting new chapter, which will see the return of some of their signature in-house events, including the Industry Summer Party and the spectacular New Years Eve event which … [Read more...]
Preferred Hotels & Resorts welcomes 35 new member hotels
Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, announces the addition of 35 new member hotels and resorts across 17 countries between 1 January to 31 March 2018. Whether looking to experience South America, China or a multitude of destinations in between, travellers can now enjoy #ThePreferredLife while staying at distinctive independent properties … [Read more...]
Dunstane House joins Pride of Britain Hotels
Pride of Britain Hotels is delighted to announce that the family-run boutique hotel Dunstane House in Edinburgh, has joined its luxury collection of independently-owned UK hotels. Located in Edinburgh’s West End, just 10 minutes’ walk from the city centre and a 20-minute stroll to the castle, Dunstane House is a refined and contemporary-in-style five-star hotel housed in a … [Read more...]
London’s first Chiringuito opens for the Summer
London’s first chiringuito will open in July 2018, bringing laid back beach-style hospitality to Bethnal Green. Loosely translated from Spanish, a chiringuito is an all-day beachfront bar and restaurant serving tapas, snacks and refreshing drinks. With a rooftop over-looking the Museum Gardens, Chiringuito will call to mind the warmth, energy and ethos of lazy days spent at a … [Read more...]
Hospitality Sector report shows UK hospitality business owners divided on Brexit
TripAdvisor have released the findings of the 2018 Hospitality Sector Report looking at the pressing issues, challenges and opportunities currently facing the hospitality industry globally and within the UK. The Hospitality Sector Report is based on a survey of 2,395 hospitality business owners listed on TripAdvisor across the US and Europe, including over 300 business … [Read more...]