By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Rockfish reports record results following post Covid adaption. Rockfish, the 9-strong seafood restaurant group led by Mitch Tonks, has achieved record results in a year that has seen sweeping changes in the business to set it up to thrive in a post-Covid environment and move back into growth mode, with 3 new openings … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2022
New PM to increase alcohol levels in no and low alcohol beers
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: New PM to increase alcohol levels in no and low alcohol beers. With the economy heading fast in the wrong direction amidst spiralling inflation the new PM, which ever of the two options prevail, is set to follow Nero’s example and fiddle. The no and low alcohol beer market in the UK has been one segment that has flourished … [Read more...]
Chair of London announced under the IoH’s new English regional structure
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Chair of London announced under the IoH’s new English regional structure. General Manager of The Hari London, Andrew Coney FIH, has been appointed as the first IoH chair of the London region, under the Institute’s new English regional structure. Confirming the appointment, Kellie Rixon MBE FIH, IoH Supervisory Board … [Read more...]
Accor announce significant improvements in profitability and cash flow H1 2022
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Accor announce significant improvements in profitability and cash flow H1 2022. The Group’s business rebounded significantly in H1 2022 after two years of major pandemic-related disruptions in the tourism and hospitality industry. In Q2 2022, activity recovered to levels close to, if not above, the 2019 levels in … [Read more...]
Everyday accuracy aligned to Institute of Hospitality Golf Day, in Partnership with Caterer.com
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Everyday accuracy aligned to Institute of Hospitality Golf Day, in Partnership with Caterer.com Accuracy, awards and networking are critical to firms looking to get ahead. This year’s Institute of Hospitality Golf Day in Partnership with Caterer.com was a massive success, notably by raising £5,225 for the IoH Youth … [Read more...]
New contemporary art collection to be unveiled at The Dorchester
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: New contemporary art collection to be unveiled at The Dorchster. As part of its comprehensive renovation, The Dorchester is collaborating with renowned art consultancy VISTO to curate a collection of contemporary works by British artists to adorn the hotel’s reimagined interiors by Pierre-Yves Rochon and Martin … [Read more...]
Casual Korean BBQ concept, Pochawa Grill to debut in Chinatown London
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor, H&C News: Casual Korean BBQ concept, Pochawa Grill to debut in Chinatown London. Shaftesbury has announced that experienced restaurateurs Maguro Group have selected Chinatown London to launch their debut casual Korean BBQ concept, Pochawa Grill. Inspired by Pocha – a shortened version of the word Pojangmacha, which refers to … [Read more...]
Keeping commercial kitchens safe and compliant
Keeping commercial kitchens safe and compliant With customers to serve and money to make, ensuring your commercial kitchen remains both safe and compliant is essential. Here are just a few of the areas you’ll need to consider if you want to ensure your workspace meets all relevant UK safety standards and regulations. Keep tabs on your kitchen’s hygiene You don’t … [Read more...]
The Long Lane opening up in Smithfield, London this summer
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor, H&C News: The Long Lane opening up in Smithfield, London this summer. New cocktail bar and eatery, The Long Lane opens up in Smithfield, London this summer. From the team behind stylish cocktail bar, The Racketeer in King's Cross, The Long Lane is the latest opening by three veterans of the London hospitality scene, Jack … [Read more...]
The Ivy Asia opening at St David’s Cardiff, adjacent to sister restaurant The Ivy
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor, H&C News: The Ivy Asia opening at St David’s Cardiff, adjacent to sister restaurant The Ivy. Landsec, part of The St David’s Partnership, has today announced the signing of The Ivy Asia at St David’s Cardiff. The Asian-inspired concept is a first for the brand in Wales, and will launch later this summer on The Hayes, … [Read more...]
IoH’s online 24/7 academy powered by eHotelier
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: IoH’s online 24/7 academy powered by eHotelier. The IoH has joined forces with eHotelier to power their new online IoH Academy, which will enable its members to access a huge suite of learning resources 24/7. As the world’s leading professional body for the hospitality industry, the IoH is committed to providing … [Read more...]
Cycas announces four senior appointments
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Cycas announces four senior appointments. Cycas Hospitality has strengthened its operations team with four senior recruits to support its growth across 12 European countries. The hotel management firm has appointed its fourth VP Operations - Donovan Sumner - to oversee the new 11-hotel addition to the Cycas portfolio, … [Read more...]
Passing Fancies, the ‘next big thing’ in bartending
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor, H&C News: Passing Fancies, the ‘next big thing’ in bartending. An award-winning local bartender is part of a trio due to open Passing Fancies, a new cocktail bar in Birmingham’s Custard Factory. Tommy Matthews, former bar manager of Couch and The Edgbaston has joined forces with Matt Arnold and Eve Green of The Edgbaston and … [Read more...]
Only A Pavement Away, help reduce people and skills shortages in hospitality
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Only A Pavement Away, help reduce people and skills shortages in hospitality. Only A Pavement Away, the hospitality charity aiding prison leavers, veterans and those facing homelessness back into employment, has laid out plans to assist the hospitality industry in tackling the staffing crisis. Calling for vital funds, … [Read more...]
Lee Bye made a Director of Agellus to further drive growth
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Lee Bye made a Director of Agellus to further drive growth. Agellus has confirmed that chef patron Lee Bye has joined the board of directors of the family owned hospitality business. Bye’s appointment comes as Agellus prepares to open two new properties – Millers House, Tuddenham, and Quay House, Ely – to … [Read more...]