By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Report finds government food policy and UK food system completely broken. The 2022 Broken Plate report published yesterday by The Food Foundation reveals as never before the dangerous impact of negative trends in the nation’s diet and the urgent need for a major overhaul of our food system. The report highlights … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2022
New director of Operations and Quality at Interstate Hotels & Resorts
New director of Operations and Quality at Interstate Hotels & Resorts Malcolm Allan, currently GM at the AC Hotel by Marriot Hotel in Belfast has been appointed the new director of Operations and Quality at Interstate Hotels & Resorts. Allan said of his appointment: “I’m thrilled to have been appointed to this role as part of the expansion of the Operations … [Read more...]
How to Spot Employee Burnout In The Catering Industry
How to Spot Employee Burnout In The Catering Industry Employee burnout can be caused by many different factors. In the end, however, this state of emotional and often physical exhaustion tends to be most closely related to stress. People who suffer from burnout in the catering industry may have placed themselves under too much pressure; however, issues can also arise … [Read more...]
City of London hospitality boosted with free ‘al fresco’ dining licences
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: City of London hospitality boosted with free ‘al fresco’ dining licences. Square Mile pubs, bars, cafes and restaurants are gearing up for a summer of ‘al fresco’ dining, after the City of London Corporation agreed to offer free pavement licences to hospitality businesses. The organisation’s Planning and Transportation … [Read more...]
Dorchester Collection announces global head of wellness & spa
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Dorchester Collection announces global head of wellness & spa. Dorchester Collection has announced the appointment of Teresa O’Farrell as global head of wellness & spa, effective immediately. A new leadership position within the company, O’Farrell will report to Eugenio Pirri, Dorchester Collection’s chief … [Read more...]
The advantages of using Shrinkwrap packaging
The advantages of using Shrinkwrap packaging Shrinkwrap (also known as shrink film) is a plastic film that wraps around an object then shrinks around the object when heat is applied. There are numerous benefits of using shrinkwrap for your product packaging: Protection Durability Waterproof Temperature-resistant Versatility Affordability … [Read more...]
Hoteliers mixed reactions to activating Bristol’s clean air zone more than a year late
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Hoteliers mixed reactions to activating Bristol’s clean air zone more than a year late. Bristol hoteliers have broadly welcomed news that the city’s Clean Air Zone will begin in November, providing a welcome boost to their businesses in an increasingly greener, cleaner world. The Bristol Hoteliers Association say its members are … [Read more...]
Star Pubs & Bars appoint Central Operations Director
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Star Pubs & Bars appoint Central Operations Director. Star Pubs & Bars has appointed Caren Geering as Central Operations Director. In her new position she will be responsible for overseeing the company’s operational support functions including recruitment, training and marketing. Prior to taking on the new … [Read more...]
Getting Creative with Campo Viejo
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor, H&C News: Getting Creative with Campo Viejo. Let’s get straight to the point, I’ve never been to a wine tasting event like this. An artistic collaboration in a space in Fitzrovia, organised by uber cool Hoxton Agency Talker Tailer Trouble Maker to promote the gorgeous new Campo Viejo Winemakers’ Blend. The Summer weather had … [Read more...]
Sustainability remains the central focus for Outside rooms and spaces
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Sustainability remains the central focus for Outside rooms and spaces. Treetops, rhododendron glades, stars over Ullswater... Another Place, The Lake launches its new Outside rooms and spaces to bring guests closer to the wild, while enjoying the inspired design and interior comforts the hotel is known for. A large, … [Read more...]
Raja Monkey, one afternoon at Harvey Nichols Birmingham
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Raja Monkey, one afternoon at Harvey Nichols Birmingham. One of Birmingham’s best-loved Indian restaurants, Raja Monkey, has teamed up with Harvey Nichols Birmingham to host an afternoon of sumptuous South Asian dining in the heart of the city. Hall Green’s Raja Monkey has created a luxurious three course menu for a … [Read more...]
Splendid acquire Holiday Inn London Brentford Lock
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Splendid acquire Holiday Inn London Brentford Lock. Splendid Hospitality Group has announced the acquisition of Holiday Inn London Brentford Lock from Brightbay Real Estate Partners. The Holiday Inn London Brentford Lock is a four-star, full-service hotel offering 134 bedrooms and six meeting rooms capable of accommodating … [Read more...]
New accessible holiday home opens for Summer 2022
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: New accessible holiday home opens for Summer 2022. Missy’s House in the Northamptonshire countryside has opened its wide doors to disabled guests this summer as a much-needed addition to the UK’s accessible holiday home market. This five-bedroom former wood-mill complete with three beautifully accessible bathrooms designed … [Read more...]
From student apprentice to Head Chef in eight years, Connor Blades
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: From student apprentice to Head Chef in eight years, Connor Blades. Adam Handling has appointed Connor Blades as Head Chef at Ugly Butterfly. The restaurant in St. Ives, Cornwall is Handling’s sustainable, zero-waste focused establishment launched at the Carbis Bay Estate last August. Blades, 23, joined the Ugly Butterfly … [Read more...]
Maddox Tavern, a beautiful British Brasserie
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor, H&C News: Maddox Tavern, a beautiful British Brasserie. Recently I was kindly invited to the launch of Maddox Tavern, the all-day British Brasserie now open in Mayfair. The room was full of the industry’s most respected restaurant people. A who’s who on the European and UK restaurant scene. Movers, shakers, deal makers, that … [Read more...]