With the demand for low and no alcohol beers on the increase in the UK, Germany’s leading premium beer brand Krombacher has launched its world renowned Pils in an Alkoholfrei 0,0% format. A natural thirst-quencher, nutritious and an ideal alternative to full-strength beers and soft drinks, Krombacher Pils Alkoholfrei 0,0% is available in 33cl bottles in cases of 24 through … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2019
Irish food and drink industry now 93% ready for Brexit
As another Brexit deadline approaches, Irish food and drink businesses report they are not only now ready for Brexit but expecting to see growth as a consequence of it. The Bord Bia Brexit Barometer 2019: Results & Actions, published today, reveals that Irish food and drink firms’ preparedness for Brexit has jumped to 93%. The headline figure, which has risen from … [Read more...]
Your ingredients and your menu, with some twists
The Equip Line demonstration kitchen has a number of new additions to its already extensive portfolio of catering equipment from the best brands in the business. You are invited to arrange your own personal demonstration to meet your individual menu requirements. Menu development is a constant process at Equip Line, we are always on the lookout for equipment … [Read more...]
High Five for Canada Day from Morgenrot
With Canada Day fast approaching on July 1, Manchester-based importer Morgenrot has bolstered its Canadian selection with the launch of five stunning craft beers from the Unibroue and Okanagan Spring breweries. The new products are available immediately in a number of different formats and includes the Okanagan 1516 Lager, Okanagan Pale Ale, Unibroue Blanche de Chambly, … [Read more...]
Sajid Javid initiates about turn on UK migration policy
Sajid Javid has announced that he wants an urgent about-turn of Theresa May’s post-Brexit plans for a £30,000 minimum salary threshold for migrants wanting to work in the UK. Home Secretary Javid wants the Government’s migration advisory committee to review lowering the wage levels previously proposed. Our industry has for many years experienced acute people and … [Read more...]
Annual Exhibition for the Country Range Group raises over £3 million in orders
The Country Range Group’s annual exhibition returned to the Telford International Centre on June 20th and saw over 100 foodservice brands showcase their products and run interactive demonstrations to over 500 attendees. The exhibition extravaganza helped generate a record £3 million in orders for visiting suppliers from the buying group’s 12 members - Birchall Foodservice, … [Read more...]
The Soak Restaurant: Retained Period, with a Koncrete modern twist
Decorative specialists Armourcoat have provided the finishing touches to The Soak, a new bar and restaurant next to London’s Victoria Station with an all-day menu that is built around signature soaked flavours through fermenting, pickling, brining and steeping techniques. With interior design devised by a partnership between creative agency CAB and interior design studio … [Read more...]
The Goring appoints Richard Galli as Executive Chef
Richard Galli has been Head Chef at The Goring since July 2017 and has been made Executive Chef following the departure of Shay Cooper earlier this year. Of Richard’s appointment, David Morgan-Hewitt, managing director of the Goring Hotel commented: “It is like winning the lottery when the best candidate is already an important member of the team. “We were delighted that … [Read more...]
New MD steps in to take Manorview Hotels & Leisure Group forward
Manorview Hotels & Leisure Group have restructured their management team and have appointed a new Managing Director. David Tracey has stepped into the role of MD, taking over the reins from founder Steve Graham, who remains as Director. The change in role will allow Steve more freedom to focus on growing the company, while David will oversee the day-to-day running of the … [Read more...]
Azzurri to acquire Pod safeguarding more than 170 jobs
Azzurri Group, operators in the Italian casual dining sector through its Zizzi, ASK Italian, Coco di Mama and Radio Alice brands, has announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the business and certain assets of the healthy ‘food-to-go’ chain Pod from its administrators RSM. Azzurri already has a strong platform in the London ‘food-to-go’ market through … [Read more...]
Serious Fraud Office make five new arrests investigating Patisserie Valerie
The troubles besetting Patisserie Valerie seem far from behind new owners Causeway Capital Partners, as last week saw five unnamed people arrested and questioned by officers from the Serious Fraud Office over alleged accounting fraud. In a joint operation with police the arrests took place last Tuesday. The arrests follow on from Patisserie Valerie 's former FD, Chris Marsh … [Read more...]
Nicola Sturgeon backs investing in educating young people about hospitality
A food education programme designed to teach children and young people about Scotland’s food industry has been launched by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon. The Good Food Futures programme, backed by £1 million of investment, aims to give children a greater understanding of where food comes from and the many career opportunities available in the industry. The … [Read more...]
Prime Minister Johnson and the hospitality industry
The many similarities between Donald Trump and Boris Johnson go beyond their esoteric ‘Barnet’s, and both being born in New York, more on similarities later. First, it now seems likely that Boris Johnson will become the next leader of the Conservative Party and de facto the next Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. If he does how could that impact the hospitality … [Read more...]
Jason Atherton’s first theatre bar opens today
Jason Atherton has announced the opening of Pavlova’s Bar today, within the Victoria Palace Theatre, in partnership with the theatre’s owner, Sir Cameron Mackintosh. The 20-cover bar will be the first theatre bar by Atherton, on the opening he commented: “I’m delighted to be launching Pavlova’s in Victoria’s bustling theatre district in partnership with Sir Cameron … [Read more...]
The Know Group rebrands as Savvy Hotels
Liverpool-based The Know Group has officially rebranded as Savvy Hotels, following a period of transformation restructuring and a solid start to its new financial year. The independent hotel group owns and operates three assets across the north west, comprising Sleep Eat Love and The Richmond Hotel in Liverpool, plus The Townhouse in Chester. In … [Read more...]
