By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Government asks businesses to cut prices and help the cost of living crisis. There is a scene in the film Wall Street where Bud Fox’s father Carl says in desperation to his son something along the lines of… “If you live long enough you get to see everything.” Fox senior was lamenting how far his son’s moral compass had diverted … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2022
Nostalgie Istanbul Orient Express due to arrive for the Paris Olympic Games
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Nostalgie-Istanbul-Orient-Express due to arrive for the Paris Olympic Games. Almost 140 years after the first Orient Express trains changed luxury rail travel forever, Orient Express has announced the return of its legendary train service in a new and unique format. With the support of Accor CEO Sébastien Bazin, Orient … [Read more...]
England’s Test match against India sees renaissance of partnership with Edgbaston Park Hotel
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: England’s Test match against India sees renaissance of partnership with Edgbaston Park Hotel. The start of England’s eagerly-awaited Test match against India at Edgbaston Stadium tomorrow will launch the second year of Warwickshire County Cricket Club’s partnership with Edgbaston Park Hotel and Conference Centre. The … [Read more...]
Umbrella to attract students into hospitality with giant tech dome at Skills London
Umbrella to attract students into hospitality with giant tech dome at Skills London Umbrella Training has partnered with leading hospitality employers to create a giant technology dome packed with sector relevant video games at Skills London - aiming to attract young people into the sector and combat the staffing shortage. The training and apprenticeship provider has … [Read more...]
Sodexo recognised as a Supporter of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Sodexo recognised as a Supporter of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter. Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Sodexo has been announced as a Supporter of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter, making it one of the scheme’s largest employers. The Charter’s goal is to raise employment standards … [Read more...]
Houston & Hawkes, the UK’s first B Corp certified contract caterer
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Houston & Hawkes, the UK's first B Corp certified contract caterer Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Independent foodservice caterer Houston & Hawkes, has become the first contract catering business in the UK to become B Corp certified, reinforcing their purpose-led approach to doing business. By becoming a … [Read more...]
Santa Monica and Brighton celebrate mutual tourism marketing pact
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Santa Monica and Brighton celebrate mutual tourism marketing pact. Santa Monica, California and Brighton have joined forces as part of a new Friendship City Pact to boost tourism to both cities. The partnership will kick off this July when Santa Monica Travel & Tourism (SMTT) will host a series of Santa … [Read more...]
Yeotown Queen’s Gardens follows in the health-conscious footsteps of Yeotown Sussex Gardens
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor, H&C News: Yeotown Queen’s Gardens follows in the health-conscious footsteps of Yeotown Sussex Gardens. Yeotown has launched a second restaurant In London, following the successful opening of its sister restaurant Yeotown Sussex Gardens. Part of the new Inhabit Queen’s Gardens Hotel, Yeotown Queen’s Gardens is the … [Read more...]
Levy acquire 50% stake in Peppermint
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Levy acquire 50% stake in Peppermint. Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Levy UK + Ireland has taken a 50% stake in bars and event solutions business, Peppermint, following a successful partnership over the past year which saw Peppermint bring drinks-led expertise and support at venues across the Levy portfolio. The … [Read more...]
Liverpool’s cosmopolitan Renshaw Street Food Market now open
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor, H&C News: Liverpool’s cosmopolitan Renshaw Street Food Market now open. Liverpool’s Renshaw Street Food Market is ready to fully open its doors following a soft opening this week unveiling a mix of flavours from across the globe. Italian, Thai, Chinese, and Turkish as well as many others to entice diners. The Food … [Read more...]
First Chipotle outside London opens today with new job opportunities
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor, H&C News: First Chipotle outside London opens today. Chipotle Mexican Grill has announced it is opening a new restaurant today in Watford, its first outside greater London. Jacob Sumner, Director or European Operations said of the opening: “We are thrilled to introduce our craveable Food with Integrity to the Watford … [Read more...]
Parogon restaurant group training strategy delivering sector leading levels of retention
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Parogon restaurant group sees sector leading levels of retention. Amidst widespread people and skills shortages in restaurants, I caught up with Parogon restaurant group founder and MD Richard Colclough to find out how their group's focus on team training led to achieving sector leading levels of retention. … [Read more...]
Slim Chickens opening four restaurants 4th July
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor, H&C News: Slim Chickens opening four restaurants 4th July. Slim Chickens will open four new restaurants on 4th July in Leicester, Liverpool, Milton Keynes and London’s Bishopsgate, bringing the US fast casual brand’s UK portfolio up to 26 sites. The new locations follow other recent openings in Brighton, Bristol and London’s … [Read more...]
Palé Hall Hotel announce new Deputy GM
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Palé Hall Hotel announce new Deputy GM. Five-star Palé Hall Hotel in Wales has appointed Oliver Richards as Deputy General Manager to work alongside GM Debbie Cappadona, who has led the team at this Victorian country house since January 2019. Richards was most recently GM at Milsoms Kesgrave Hall, a luxury boutique … [Read more...]
Mr. Crumb invests £700,000 in expanding facilities
Mr. Crumb invests £700,000 in expanding facilities Family-owned food business Mr. Crumb is investing £700,000 in expanding its facilities as part of its growth strategy. This year, on top of the continued growth of its Invisible Chef range, the company has added another 500 frozen pallet spaces, 400 ambient pallet spaces and an automated snack line for ‘hot to go’ … [Read more...]
