No longer a household name we thought we’d provide some background on Michael Buerk who we feature below. He is a ‘journalist’ and newsreader having presented the BBC News from 1973 to 2002 he is currently host of BBC Radio 4's The Moral Maze. His latest broadcast through writing in the Radio Times shows a total lack of morals however as he claimed obese people living in the … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2019
Cyrus Todiwala launches Zest Quest Asia 2020
“Colleges and aspiring student chefs should seriously consider entering Zest Quest Asia 2020 when they return to college after the summer recess,” says Cyrus Todiwala OBE DL, announcing that the seventh ground-breaking competition is now open for entries. Founded by Cyrus and Pervin Todiwala, Zest Quest Asia is the student catering competition that recognises outstanding … [Read more...]
D&D London’s latest openings plan signals further expansion outside London
D&D London Chairman and CEO Des Gunewardena today announced that D&D London will launch a new restaurant in Bristol’s Cabot Circus. D&D London’s new Cabot Circus venue, which is set to open in early 2020, will contain new concepts developed for the building to include a restaurant, bars, extensive private dining and a large outdoor terrace. The restaurant and … [Read more...]
Andrew Brownsword announces today The Royal Clarence Hotel is for sale
Following extensive damage to The Royal Clarence Hotel from the fire of October 2016, significant works have been completed to protect and restore the site’s historic fabric, and as enabling works are concluded it will now be offered for sale. Andrew Brownsword, owner, comments: “We are deeply saddened to announce the intended sale of the site of The Royal Clarence Hotel, … [Read more...]
Hospitality Status Quo a thing of the past
The last twenty years have seen the world change more than ever before, literally, and the hospitality industry in the UK has changed similarly. The biggest change has been in consumer behaviour as consumers do more online and are more selective about what they do offline. Set the clock back a few years and the places to get essential things done were located on The Great … [Read more...]
New Chief Commercial Officer for Europe role announced at Accor today
Accor today announced that Karelle Lamouche has been appointed Chief Commercial Officer for Europe. In this newly created role, Karelle will lead Accor’s European commercial team with responsibility for driving the business revenue strategy for the company and its partners across all European markets. Reporting into Franck Gervais, CEO Accor Europe, Karelle will be … [Read more...]
‘Hospitality Superheroes’ mentoring programme launched today
Umbrella Training has today announced the launch of ‘Hospitality Superheroes’, new mentoring programme aimed at inspiring and supporting apprentices in the hospitality sector. To mark Hospitality Apprenticeship Week, the programme is being supported by 15 high-profile people from across the sector, who will mentor Umbrella Apprentices working across the hospitality … [Read more...]
Research shows 1.8% of global alcohol sales is now through ecommerce, and growing
Like many others, the alcoholic drinks industry has recognised what a critical medium the digital environment is to interact with consumers, inform them, learn from them and ultimately to sell to them. Regulation has made the online retailing of alcohol more complicated than other sectors and this has stifled development, but this is changing. IWSR Drinks Market Analysis’ … [Read more...]
Ministry of Justice reports a ‘statistically significant result’ from The Clink Charity training
New data analysis from a report conducted by the Justice Data Lab (JDL) and the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) in July 2019 provides evidence that prisoners participating in The Clink Charity’s innovative hospitality and horticulture training scheme in partnership with HMPPS reduces reoffending rates, with the report stating the charity has achieved a “statistically significant … [Read more...]
The Egg Station Mini, hassle-free eggs from anywhere in your kitchen
SMALL FOOTPRINT - BIG ON VERSATILITY Prepare moist, perfectly cooked eggs for any daypart with more flexibility than ever. The Egg Station Mini quickly cooks hassle-free eggs, omelettes, and scrambles from anywhere in your kitchen. How do you free up grill space, improve menu consistency, and shorten cook times for your eggs, omelettes, and scrambles? Do it with the … [Read more...]
Adande bolsters marketing capability in preparation for global expansion
Refrigeration specialists Adande, known for its ‘hold-the-cold’ innovative design, has announced two new key appointments to the marketing division, which will facilitate the firm’s increased international activity. Leading the team will be newly appointed Caroline Parker. Parker has significant experience in marketing, brand and communications working for globally … [Read more...]
Blockchain, central to hotel customer experience and loyalty
With tough competition in the hotel industry, and smaller franchises trying to grow among the large networks, loyalty programs are becoming even more critical to attracting and retaining customers. However, these loyalty programs face a number of challenges: For hotels, they are costly and inefficient to run, they do not benefit the rest of the hotel’s services, and also … [Read more...]
Accor appoints new COO for Luxury Brands, Europe
Accor has today announced the appointment of Marc Dardenne as Chief Operating Officer, Luxury Brands, Europe. Dardenne, who most recently served as Chief Operating Officer of Amaala an ultra-luxury resort in the Red Sea was also former Interim CEO and Chief Operating Officer at Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts in Dubai. He will now oversee the operations of around 50 luxury … [Read more...]
Clare Smyth, Daniel Clifford and Tom Aikens in Sheffield’s 22nd Michelin starred line up
The 22nd Annual Skills for Chefs Conference took place once again in Sheffield and it attracted a stellar line up of presenting chefs, who shared their knowledge and skills with delegates from across Europe. The opening event was an evening with Daniel Clifford from Midsummer House the two Michelin starred restaurant in Cambridge. Daniel was interviewed by Joe Hurd and … [Read more...]