Craft Union Pub Company is celebrating a significant milestone with the opening of its 300th pub – The Tivoli Tavern in Grimsby. The Tivoli Tavern re-opened its doors following a substantial £130,000 refurbishment project. The pub is now being operated by long-term staff member, Marie Moran, who has worked behind the bar for more than 20 years. In line with Craft Union’s … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2019
Gluten free and increased vegan offering at Wadworth pubs
Wadworth has launched new Spring and Summer gluten free menus and an increased vegan offering for its managed pubs. The menus will be available from Easter in their managed pub estate throughout the west country. More than 100 new dishes are available for the pubs to choose from that are either gluten free or vegan, developed by the food development team at Wadworth. … [Read more...]
Arora Group appoints GM for Heathrow Terminal 2
Arora Group has announced the appointment of James Street as General Manager of the new Hilton Garden Inn London Heathrow Terminal 2, opening Summer 2019. James leads the pre-opening team with over 15 years’ experience in the hospitality industry and joins from Arora Group sister property, Renaissance London Heathrow, where he held the position of Operations Manager since 2015. … [Read more...]
Bill’s announce new look sites and good start to 2019
Casual restaurant group Bill’s announces their next wave of new look sites with a further 11 upgraded restaurants in Q2 2019 kicking off in Leeds, and 10 further restaurants throughout the UK. The news comes off the back of consistent performance ahead of the market since Q4 2018, and a very successful Q1 2019 trading period. March saw like-for-like sales of 12.2% across … [Read more...]
Hilton, Marriott, Travelodge, Premier Inn and Holiday Express show the way in a diverse hospitality workforce
More and more hotels are taking on staff with learning disabilities and say they are reaping the rewards of a more diverse workforce. Less than 6% of people with learning disabilities are in paid employment, but this is slowly changing thanks to the likes of chains such as Hilton, Marriott, Travelodge, Premier Inn and Holiday Express. The Down’s Syndrome Association’s … [Read more...]
BaxterStorey hosts HRH The Prince of Wales at University of Cumbria
BaxterStorey played host to The Prince of Wales last week when His Royal Highness, the Patron of the Foundation of Common Land, attended a summit at the University of Cumbria. The conference, set up to encourage cooperation between the cultural farmed landscape and nature conservation in the Lake District, was held in the university’s Ambleside campus and was attended by … [Read more...]
Sodexo supports student entrepreneurs raising mental health awareness among young people
Sodexo Schools and Universities is supporting the next generation of socially-minded leaders as they raise awareness of mental health issues, as part of its platinum partnership with Enactus UK. Students from Enactus teams across the country were asked to come up with social enterprises aimed at supporting students’ mental health as they transition into university, in an … [Read more...]
Fennel risotto with smoked salmon, Sicilian lemon and vodka, by Chef Paul Gayler MBE
Adding vodka to a risotto may sound a little strange for some, but it really adds a wonderful flavour to the rice and compliments the sweet fennel and smoked salmon beautifully. Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 large head of fennel 75g unsalted butter 2tb olive oil 1 onion, peeled, finely chopped 275 g GRAN RISERVA RICE 100ml vodka 1 litre light chicken stock … [Read more...]
Italian Alley opens, five new Italian eateries in one London hub
Italian Alley has now opened, a new dining concept which showcases five different Italian eateries to form a hub, dedicated to providing modern Italian cuisines. Situated behind the recently revitalised Triangle district, Camden Lock Market, Italian Alley occupies five restored railway arches. Each arch represents a different region or hero ingredient of Italy, showcasing … [Read more...]
Victory in Europe Day 75, request to Home Office to revisit 1945 pub celebrations
The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) has written to the Home Office requesting extended pub hours for Victory in Europe Day 75 (VE Day 75), which will celebrate 75 years since World War Two ended in Europe. The trade association says that pubs will be at the heart of the VE Day 75 celebrations, as they would have been back in 1945. Celebrations will take place … [Read more...]
Best Western launches two new boutique hotel brands
Best Western Great Britain has announced the launch of two new boutique hotel brands: Aiden and Sadie. The launch means Best Western’s portfolio now includes 13 distinctive brands, with Aiden and Sadie competing in the upper midscale and upscale segments respectively. Already launched globally with five properties across both brands, Best Western announced exciting plans for … [Read more...]
Meiko glasswashers chosen by Mixology Group
Mixology Group has chosen to work with Meiko glasswashers to cater for its increasingly popular drinks and bar training courses. The Group runs Approved and Accredited Courses in Brighton and also travels to provide training in Cocktails and Mixology, Molecular Mixology and Bartenders certification. Find out more at: mixologygroup.co.uk Myles Cunliffe, Director Mixology … [Read more...]
Farmer J to launch a new bar in the City of London, The Shouk
This May, Farmer J, known for bringing the best of the fields to the City, will launch a new bar in their King William Street home, The Shouk. Inspired by the bustling metropolis of Tel Aviv and the lively bars of the city, Farmer J will welcome guests to settle in for the evening to enjoy a cocktail, or two. As guests enter the glass-fronted restaurant, they will be … [Read more...]
Seasoned extends 10 year partnership as preferred caterer with Museum of London
Leading London event caterer, Seasoned, extends its 10 year relationship to be a preferred caterer for events at Museum of London and Museum of London Docklands. The Museum of London is an award-winning, charitable institution with exciting venues based in both central London and Docklands. It caters for a variety of private and corporate events including conferences, weddings, … [Read more...]
Mandarin Oriental announces new hotel and residences in Istanbul
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a second luxury hotel in Istanbul, Turkey. The project, which also features branded residences, is scheduled to open in 2022. The new development comprises three standalone towers and is located in the exclusive Etiler residential area, close to the city’s central business district. One of the towers will house … [Read more...]
