By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Two senior internal promotions at Tom Kerridge Group. The Tom Kerridge Group has made two key promotions in the Group. Matthew O’Connor has been promoted to Business Development & Guest Relations Director and Blaine Whiteside has been promoted to Restaurant Director at Kerridge’s Bar & Grill. O’Connor’s … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2022
The Vineyard turns the tables on Chefs
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: The Vineyard turns the tables on Chefs. The Vineyard in Stockcross, near to Newbury in Berkshire has come up with an innovative recruitment idea to attract Chefs to join their brigade. They are inviting chefs to enjoy a complimentary taste of what they serve guests, champagne, canapés, and a four course lunch. On arrival … [Read more...]
Reckitt, Makers of Dettol, Named Official Hygiene Partner of Platinum Jubilee Pageant
Reckitt, Makers of Dettol, Named Official Hygiene Partner of Platinum Jubilee Pageant Reckitt, maker of Dettol, has been appointed as the Official Hygiene Partner of the Platinum Jubilee Pageant, as planning for the historic event in June ramps up. The celebrations are to mark Her Majesty The Queen becoming the first British Monarch to reach 70 years of service and will … [Read more...]
New £10 million leisure experience opening at Liverpool ONE
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: New £10 million leisure experience opening at Liverpool ONE. Gravity Active Entertainment and Grosvenor, co-owner and asset manager of Liverpool ONE, have today announced plans for a 100,000 sq ft active experience at Liverpool ONE. Representing a £10 million investment and set to open in Q4 of this year, the new … [Read more...]
Reena’s recipe: Basic Curry Sauce
By Reena Chotai: Basic Curry Sauce Ingredients: 1 tin chopped tomatoes 400gm Half medium white onion 2 fat cloves garlic, crushed 1 inch piece ginger, grated 1 med green chilli, finely chopped (optional) WHOLE SPICES: 2 green cardamom pods, lightly pressed open 4 black peppercorns 4 cloves 2 small sticks cinnamon 1 tsp cumin … [Read more...]
Meiko warewashing, helping hospitality work more sustainably
Supported by Meiko professional training, Meiko's warewashing chemicals helps hospitality work more sustainably. 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 sustainable formulations … [Read more...]
Lufthansa sees gaps in foodservice due to people and skills shortages
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Lufthansa sees gaps in foodservice due to people and skills shortages. Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Lufthansa last week was forced to reduce on flight meals for its short and medium haul routes departing from Frankfurt. Germany’s leading airline reported the gaps in its foodservice to passengers being as a … [Read more...]
Building the future of hospitality on the foundations of youth
Building the future of hospitality on the foundations of youth The Institute of Hospitality Youth Council was set up to support young people entering hospitality as a career, and developing their careers within it. Addressing hospitality’s biggest short and medium term issue, recruitment and retention. It is only through providing young people with a career they can … [Read more...]
CH&CO crowns their Chef of the Year 2022
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: CH&CO crowns their Chef of the Year 2022. Catering News is sponsored by Two Services The talented Head Chef who works within the Venues by CH&CO business, Ricky Matonti, showcased his exceptional culinary skills, creativity and sustainability know-how recently at the final of the CH&CO Chef of the Year … [Read more...]
Gaucho to only serve carbon-neutral beef across all venues from today, Earth Day 22
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Gaucho to only serve carbon-neutral beef across all venues from today, Earth Day 22. Rare Restaurants, owners of the Gaucho and M brands, will serve carbon-neutral beef across all venues from Earth Day on 22 April 2022, over two years ahead of their original 2025 target for reaching this milestone. Following an … [Read more...]
Beyond Green honours today being Earth Day
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Beyond Green honours today being Earth Day. In honour of today being Earth Day, Beyond Green, a curated portfolio of planet Earth’s most sustainable hotels, is celebrating its member properties’ commitment to make travel a force for good. Pushing the frontiers of sustainable tourism, Beyond Green member hotels are … [Read more...]
Decadent quintet launched ahead of summer by Country Range
Decadent quintet launched ahead of summer by Country Range With the season of barbecues, garden parties and alfresco dining on the horizon, as well as celebrations for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee taking place, Country Range has strengthened its portfolio of sweet treats with the roll-out of five new decadent desserts. Great for chefs and caterers across the public and … [Read more...]
Compass appoints Head of Social Value
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Compass appoints Head of Social Value. Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Compass Group UK & Ireland has appointed a Head of Social Value, Laura Neville, dedicated to leading the social value agenda - with a focus on employees, clients and communities. Neville will develop and deliver social value, in … [Read more...]
Caterer.com reveals 1.8 million people opting for a pub wedding
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Caterer.com reveals 1.8 million people opting for a pub wedding. Research from hospitality job board, Caterer.com reveals that laid-back wedding receptions are on the up, with 1.8 million people opting for a pub wedding. Londoners are most likely to choose to go casual, with 72% of guests saying they are attending more … [Read more...]
Nordic kitchen and dining room Eldr opening in SW1
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Nordic kitchen and dining room Eldr opening in SW1. Eldr is the Nordic kitchen and dining room on the 2nd floor of the impressive Pantechnicon in Motcomb Street, SW1X. The 45-seat restaurant, private dining and event space will open on 29 April with a new head chef – Finnish-born Jenny Warner – and an ingredient-led … [Read more...]