By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Mashpi Lodge celebrates ten years through pioneering ocelot rewilding. It is ten years since the award-wining Ecuadorian hotel Mashpi Lodge opened its doors serving also as a centre of conservation and biodiversity research. Situated in the Mashpi Reserve, the anniversary comes as Mashpi’s team of scientists announce … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2022
Lake District hotel launches lakeside popping the question packages
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Lake District hotel launches lakeside popping the question packages. Storrs Hall on the shores of Windermere in the Lake District has created a host of unique Proposal Packages, perfect for romantics to pop the question against the backdrop of England’s largest lake. The luxurious but laid back country house hotel set … [Read more...]
Bristol’s latest four-star hotel opening a homecoming for new GM
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Bristol’s latest four-star hotel opening a homecoming for new GM. The General Manager of Bristol’s newest four-star hotel has described her appointment as “a homecoming nine years in the making”. Originally from Dublin, Alison Mansfield has deep roots in the Bristol area and was delighted when Dalata Hotel Group Plc, … [Read more...]
Accor reports progress in recovery evident in Q1 2022
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Accor reports progress in recovery evident in Q1 2022. Accor’s business has rebounded sequentially every quarter since Q2 2021, seeing first-quarter 2022 revenue of €701 million up 85% like-for-like. The outbreak of the Omicron variant caused only a brief hiccup in January, and the recovery seen in February gained … [Read more...]
Sanpellegrino invites the nation to ‘Mix like an Italian’ with its new range of Premium Mixers
Sanpellegrino invites the nation to ‘Mix like an Italian’ with its new range of Premium Mixers As cocktail consumption continues to surge and popularity of low and no alcohol serves continue to rise, Sanpellegrino brings its 90 years of drinks experience, natural quality ingredients, exceptional citrus heritage and unique sparkling bubbles to the super premium … [Read more...]
New report launched to help hospitality reduce carbon
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: New report launched to help hospitality reduce carbon. ‘Cutting Carbon in the Commercial Kitchen’ is a guide to help operators achieve their net zero targets. The report has been launched by Meiko UK working with foodservice intelligence specialist FOOTPRINT. “Waste is not inevitable and it can be managed,” says Paul … [Read more...]
Its Lolly delivers ‘literal’ grab, scan and go
Its Lolly delivers 'literal' grab, scan and go IT’S LOLLY LAUNCHES ANOTHER MAJOR APP ENHANCEMENT - SCAN AND GO -Boosting efficiencies, and creating an unobtrusive check-out experience. Staying competitive in hospitality and retail means juggling lots of demands including keeping on top of rising prices, reducing costs and managing inventory. In a market where inflation is … [Read more...]
Bob & Berts open another coffee shop, this one’s in Bury
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor, H&C News: Bob & Berts open another coffee shop, this one's in Bury. Independent coffee and food chain Bob & Berts will open its latest store in The Rock shopping centre on Friday 29th April 2022, creating 35 new jobs. The business has transformed an empty 3,500 sq ft unit into a new coffee shop that … [Read more...]
Trio of senior team appointments at Taplow House
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Trio of senior team appointments at Taplow House. Taplow House Hotel & Spa has made three new appointments to its senior team following the £2m refurbishment of its public spaces and in anticipation of the opening of its luxury spa in May. Joining the boutique Buckinghamshire hotel is Fabio Volpe, who has taken on … [Read more...]
The OWO Residences by Raffles appoints Director of Residences ahead of opening
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: The OWO Residences by Raffles appoints Director of Residences ahead of opening. Raffles Hotels & Resorts and partners have announced the appointment of Andrew Broniszewski as Director of Residences at The OWO Residences by Raffles. Broniszewski will act exclusively for The OWO Residences, overseeing all … [Read more...]
Hoteliers all over the UK supporting hospitality’s youth
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Hoteliers all over the UK supporting hospitality’s youth. Hoteliers across the UK have demonstrated their commitment to helping young people thrive in developing their careers in hospitality. When the Institute of Hospitality approached H&C News to create a golf day to raise funds for their Youth Council, many hoteliers … [Read more...]
Jason Atherton and John Williams MBE supporting hospitality’s youth
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Jason Atherton and John Williams MBE supporting hospitality’s youth. Having heard both John Williams MBE and Jason Atherton speak at industry events I know both are wholeheartedly committed to helping young people thrive in developing a career in hospitality. When the Institute of Hospitality approached H&C News to create a … [Read more...]
Preferred Hotel Group introduces new name and visual identity for its consulting brand
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Preferred Hotel Group introduces new name and visual identity for its consulting brand. Preferred Hotel Group is pleased to introduce a new name and visual identity for its B2B consulting company, PTG Consulting. Formerly PHG Consulting, PTG Consulting is an award-winning strategic partner for the tourism and … [Read more...]
COSMO Oxford reopens creating 50 new jobs
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor, H&C News: COSMO Oxford reopens creating 50 new jobs. The buffet chain COSMO has re-opened its Oxford branch after a two-year closure creating 50 new jobs at the city centre venue. At the weekend COSMO Oxford welcomed local keyworkers and their families and friends to dine at the restaurant for free, to say thank … [Read more...]
New Openings Editor appointed at H&C News
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: New Openings Editor appointed at H&C News. If my inbox is anything to go by, there is a plethora of new openings across hospitality, especially in London. Despite all the difficulties hospitality faced and overcame in recent years, our industry’s tenacious approach to developing new businesses still burns bright. The … [Read more...]
