Rawlins to share floorcare secrets at Hotel, Restaurant and Catering Show Denis Rawlins, expert cleaning consultants and equipment supplier, will be sharing its scientifically-backed cleaning strategies at the Hotel, Restaurant and Catering Show this spring. The Rawlins team will be revealing the secrets behind its grease-busting regime at the Hotel, Restaurant and … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2022
BBPA questions Department for Levelling Up on unfair rates balance
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: BBPA questions Department for Levelling Up on unfair rates balance. The British Beer and Pub Association has responded to the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Community and Treasury’s joint technical consultation on moving to a three-yearly business rates cycle, calling for exemptions to proposed Duty to Notify … [Read more...]
Georges Auguste Escoffier inspired Restaurant 1890 by Gordon Ramsay opens today at The Savoy
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Georges Auguste Escoffier inspired Restaurant 1890 by Gordon Ramsay opens today at The Savoy. Restaurant 1890 by Gordon Ramsay opens today at The Savoy, London, seating only 26 diners. With views over the iconic entrance to The Savoy, the restaurant offers a tasting menu, served for dinner only, which is seasonal modern French … [Read more...]
Chiswick London W4 setting an example in hotel sustainability
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Chiswick London W4 setting an example in hotel sustainability. As Global Recycling Day approaches, the Founder of the world’s first fully whole life net zero hotel, Robert Godwin is urging the hospitality industry to step up when it comes to sustainability. At the forefront of eco innovation, Godwin illustrates how hospitality … [Read more...]
How to make your kitchen equipment last longer, and why you should
Your kitchen equipment is a big investment, and with global supply issues impacting the production of new equipment and parts, you want to look after it. So, how do you make your kitchen equipment last longer? Well, TWO Services, the one-stop-shop for kitchen deep cleaning and maintenance has some useful advice. “The main things to remember are planned kitchen maintenance, … [Read more...]
Manchester’s Hotel Brooklyn acquired by Singapore based CDL Hospitality Trusts
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Manchester’s Hotel Brooklyn acquired by Singapore based CDL Hospitality Trusts. Singapore based CDL Hospitality Trusts has announced the acquisition of Manchester’s Hotel Brooklyn. The recently opened Hotel Brooklyn is a four-star hotel in Manchester, comprising 189 rooms. It also has a popular top floor bar, versatile … [Read more...]
South East Water cut water supplies and communications forcing hotel closure
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: South East Water cut water supplies and communications forcing hotel closure. Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club has been forced to close its 106 bedrooms, 2 restaurants, afternoon tea service, Spa, and treatment rooms after South East Water’s water supplies were cut off due to Storms Eunice and Franklin. The hotel’s water … [Read more...]
The Real Greek opening at Manchester Trafford Centre
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: The Real Greek opening at Manchester Trafford Centre. The Real Greek is opening its second restaurant in the North of England at the Manchester Trafford Centre. Following the opening of its first Manchester venue in December at Manchester’s Corn Exchange, the group has continued its rollout in the North of England due to strong … [Read more...]
BII calls for rapid reform to unfair business rates system
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: BII calls for rapid reform to unfair business rates system. The British Institute of Innkeeping has submitted responses to the All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group Business Rates Inquiry as well as the official Technical Consultation to Government. This week the APPBG will hear evidence from licensees and people across the industry … [Read more...]
Head Chef appointed at Gleneagles Townhouse
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Head Chef appointed at Gleneagles Townhouse. Ahead of its Spring opening, Gleneagles Townhouse has announced the appointment of Head Chef, Jonny Wright, to lead the culinary offering across the 33-room hotel, members’ club and all-day restaurant, The Spence, on St. Andrew Square, Edinburgh. Wright, 34, returns to … [Read more...]
The Doxford Group announce two senior appointments
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: The Doxford Group announce two senior appointments. The Doxford Group has appointed a new Group Finance Director and Group General Manager to enhance and strengthen the team at its wedding and events venues, Charlton Hall and Doxford Barns. Stepping into the position of Group Finance Director, Mark Gubbins brings a wealth … [Read more...]
Valor appoints new operations director
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Valor appoints new operations director. Valor Hospitality Partners has appointed Michael Magrane as its new operations director. Magrane will join Mark Thacker and Ed Cross to oversee the running of the 37 hotels in the international hotel management company’s UK portfolio. With over 25 years’ experience in the hotel and … [Read more...]
KFC appoint new Marketing Director
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: KFC appoint new Marketing Director. KFC UK & Ireland today announced that Richard Hall will take the role of Marketing Director from March 2022. The move comes after the promotion of Jack Hinchliffe to Chief Marketing Officer in September last year. Richard, who is currently Head of Value, Membership and Loyalty … [Read more...]
Caffè Nero produce strong half-year recovery results after a challenging year of restrictions
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Caffè Nero produce strong half-year recovery results after a challenging year of restrictions. Caffè Nero today announced trading results for its half-year June - November 2021, including like for like sales growth. The Company also announced sales during the Omicron period, December 2021-January 2022 were resilient at 82% of … [Read more...]
Battersea Power Station unveil cafés, bars and restaurants set to open in 2022
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Battersea Power Station unveil cafés, bars and restaurants set to open in 2022. Battersea Power Station has unveiled the first tranche of cafés, bars and restaurants set to open their doors inside the Grade II* Listed Power Station from September 2022. Visitors will be able to enjoy a variety of British and international … [Read more...]
