By: Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News A government capable of prioritising flying pets to sanctuary ahead of human beings leaves zero hope for businesses expecting any departure from policy only dependant upon votes. Votes from xenophobes that want to ensure ‘Johnny Foreigner’ has no place in British society. Brexit and “getting Brexit done” was never anything other … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2021
Premier League CEO apologises to fans for lack of matchday foodservice
Premier League Brighton & Hove Albion Chief Executive Paul Barber yesterday felt compelled to apologise for the lack of foodservice available to matchday fans. The apology was made on behalf of the football club and catering partner, Sodexo. Barbour cited a number of reasons for the foodservice problems. Sodexo’s catering staff numbers being “over 40% lower than we … [Read more...]
Home Secretary provides solution to hospitality’s people and skills crisis
By: Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News The government were elected on one simple phrase, Get Brexit Done. A message that resonated to such a degree it smashed down the great red wall of the north. It was a simple message and intentionally so. Their message, and who it was aimed at is potentially explained through the video below. Please do watch before you read on … [Read more...]
IoH welcomes UK Government expansion of The Clink Kitchens Programme
The Institute of Hospitality has welcomed the UK Government’s support for the expansion of The Clink Kitchens programme announced last week by Prisons Minister Alex Chalk. The IoH, through its Professional Development division, has given endorsement recognition to The Clink Charity’s training programmes for front of house and kitchen skills since February 2020. Robert … [Read more...]
Princess Royal Training Award recognises Master Innholders Aspiring Leaders Diploma
The Master Innholders is to be recognised by the 2021 Princess Royal Training Awards for its Aspiring Leaders Diploma training programme. The Master Innholders Aspiring Leaders Diploma (MIALD) is designed to develop management skills, leadership talent and career prospects for staff in the hospitality sector across the UK. The programme provides strong online … [Read more...]
Plum compote for foodservice: Sweet pastry baked with almond sponge and finished with plums and flaked almonds
Trusted foodservice brand Country Range is helping caterers supersize their sweet offerings after adding to its growing catalogue of divine desserts with the addition of four new seductive treats for autumn. The new range includes Plum & Almond Slice – Plum compote on sweet pastry baked with almond sponge and finished with plums and flaked almonds. Beautiful with a brew or … [Read more...]
In pursuit of sustainable hospitality
By: Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News The inescapable reality of nature's power was served raw by Covid-19. The pandemic’s impact has been, remains, and continues to be severe. Serving an explicit warning of something altogether more ominous moving toward our horizon's, climate change. Prior to the pandemic sustainability was placed selectively in the background by … [Read more...]
Drop-in Laundry Advice from Girbau UK at the Independent Hotel Show
Girbau UK is offering hoteliers drop-in laundry advice on stand 1360 at the Independent Hotel Show, taking place 4-5 October at Olympia, London. Hospitality laundry experts from Girbau UK will be on hand to help hoteliers easily assess the options for bringing all or part of their laundry service in-house, taking 100% control of turnaround times, stocks and quality of finish … [Read more...]
Meet the Mixologist, Russell Burgess
This week we’re showcasing the talented Russell Burgess, who has vast experience working in and around London’s vibrant cocktail scene. In the last quarter of a century, Russell has been a pioneer in the nation’s capital, opening great bars such as Mahiki, The Box, the Crobar and Loves Company. He now runs an events and consultancy business called Wet & Dry, as well as the … [Read more...]
PMI Index shows record vacancies slowing UK economic growth
By: Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News UK economic growth hit the brakes in August as a consequence of shortages of people applying for job vacancies reaching their lowest level on record, and alarmingly so amidst surging demand. Hospitality headed the list of industries impacted with more than 200,000 vacancies unfilled. Across the economy businesses reported the … [Read more...]
Warewashing more sustainably than ever
Meiko has its own range of warewashing chemicals that help hospitality providers work more sustainably than ever, supported by Meiko UK with training. Meiko UK MD Paul Anderson emphasised Meiko's focus on sustainability saying: "The MEIKO ACTIVE range has been designed by Meiko to provide our customers with the sparkling warewashing results they expect, using the most … [Read more...]
Gordon Ramsay announces opening of his second restaurant in The Savoy
Already home to the award-winning Savoy Grill, The River Restaurant will be located in the heart of the hotel, offering both hotel guests and destination diners a beautifully classic yet stylish and relaxed all day dining environment. The team will be led by executive chef Matt Worswick and the restaurant menu will feature the best shellfish and seafood the UK has to … [Read more...]
Michelin star training opportunity for trainee trio
The Butcher’s Social at The Forest Hotel in Dorridge has welcomed three trainees, which include a live-in placement and the opportunity to work in a London-based Michelin Star restaurant. Working with the Birmingham College of Food at the University College Birmingham, in order to identify suitable recruits, The Butcher’s Social is investing in a training programme to ensure … [Read more...]
Call on customers to curb venting frustration on hospitality’s fragile front of house
By: Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News As hospitality set about reopening in April a shortage of people available for work was immediately evident, government Brexit policy had excluded circa 355,000 non UK nationals from working in hospitality. Replacing them has continued to be a problem as growing vacancies since reopening’s restart to date has proved. Vacancies … [Read more...]
Mixologists Sweet on Bonraw Natural Sugars
After launching its 1kg pouches to the hospitality and foodservice sectors earlier this summer, innovative natural sugar company Bonraw has linked up with cocktail queen Kat Stanley-Whyte from UnoMas in Edinburgh to give them a test run in a few classic drinks. Continuing its fight to get the nation sweeting better for the benefit of taste, health and the environment, the … [Read more...]
