By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Swansea City returns catering contract to Levy. Catering News is sponsored by Two Services The sports and entertainment division of Compass Group UK & Ireland, Levy UK + Ireland adds Swansea City A.F.C. back into its Welsh stadia portfolio, joining Cardiff City Stadium and the Principality Stadium. Regional … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2023
Burger King make UK Youth official charity partner
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Burger King make UK Youth official charity partner. New research has revealed that 83% of young people say their mental wellbeing has been negatively impacted by the current economic climate. As a result of these findings, Burger King UK has partnered with UK Youth to make life-changing youth work more accessible to … [Read more...]
Wine dinners at Galvin at Windows by Rudina Arapi and Marc Hardiman
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Wine dinners at Galvin at Windows by Rudina Arapi and Marc Hardiman. Galvin at Windows is ushering in the New Year with a series of intimate wine and champagne dinners alongside its unique view of London. Beginning on 26th January, the iconic restaurant on the 28th floor of London Hilton on Park Lane will be offering an … [Read more...]
Small plates, wine & good times now open on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Small plates, wine & good times now open on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile. The Black Grape Restaurant and Wine Bar has opened on Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile. With an emphasis on quality locally sourced produce, the sharing-style menu is designed for sharing at the table, or simply to enjoy with a glass of wine in the … [Read more...]
Latest Oakman results continue to outperform sector
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Latest Oakman results continue to outperform sector. The Oakman Group Plc has updated on its performance for the half-year ending Sunday 1st of January 2023. Sales Total sales for 26wks ending 01/01/23 were £36,164,127 Total sales v 2019 +41.5% LFL sales v 2019 +9.8% Total sales v 2021 (actual) +10.4% … [Read more...]
Caterer.com campaign brings together top hospitality organisations to inspire the next generation of hires
Caterer.com campaign brings together top hospitality organisations to inspire the next generation of hires Caterer.com is working with Choose Hospitality and top hospitality brands to inspire the next generation of talent via a series of inspiring videos, content and resources. Working with key industry figures, including the likes of Tom Kerridge and James Martin, … [Read more...]
Restaurant Associates announce partnership with Hinxton Hall
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Restaurant Associates announce partnership with Hinxton Hall. Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Restaurant Associates have announced a new partnership with conference and events venue Hinxton Hall . The partnership will see new services delivered across all conference, accommodation and guest services. Located in … [Read more...]
Ben Tish and Chris Fordham-Smith welcome Vivek Singh to Mayfair Curry Feast
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Ben Tish and Chris Fordham-Smith welcome Vivek Singh to Mayfair Curry Feast. Ben Tish, Chef Director of Cubitt House, and The Barley Mow Head Chef Chris Fordham-Smith, will welcome Cinnamon Kitchen and Vivek Singh to the new Mayfair pub and dining room to co-host a special ‘Curry Feast’ dinner collaboration on … [Read more...]
The Allure and Versatility of Rice: Umami, Japanese Cooking Techniques, and Culture
By Denis Sheehan MIH, Publisher, H&C News: The Allure and Versatility of Rice: Umami, Japanese Cooking Techniques, and Culture. Rice is a food essential in describing the dinner table of the Japanese people, and Washoku (literally ‘Japanese cuisine’, but in reality, a broader and important cultural concept). Rice, which some call the foundation of the Japanese diet, … [Read more...]
Harvest leaves Country Range Group
Harvest leaves Country Range Group Harvest Fine Foods have left the Country Range Group with immediate effect following the company’s acquisition by Bidfood. Harvest, which supplies caterers across Dorset, Hampshire and Sussex joined the Country Range Group in September 2016. Country Range Group Chief Executive Martin Ward said: “We’ve thoroughly enjoyed working with … [Read more...]
IoH announces Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Lead appointment
By Denis Sheehan MIH, Publisher, H&C News: IoH announces Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Lead appointment. The IoH has appointed Dorothea Jones as their inaugural Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Lead and will act as the primary point of contact for the global hospitality sector on this pivotal subject. “I am absolutely delighted that Dorothea is joining … [Read more...]
Pubs Code Adjudicator launches latest Tied Tenants Survey
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Pubs Code Adjudicator launches latest Tied Tenants Survey. The Pubs Code Adjudicator has launched its biggest ever Annual Tied Tenants Survey, calling on tied publicans to take part in the survey and share their experience as a Tied Tenant. The survey of tied tenants of six pub-owning companies, Admiral, Greene King, … [Read more...]
Kitchen Porters Club Job of the Week, at Heston Blumenthal’s Michelin-starred Hind’s Head
By Denis Sheehan MIH, Publisher, H&C News: Kitchen Porters Club Job of the Week, at Heston Blumenthal’s Michelin-starred Hind’s Head. The Kitchen Porters Club is a twitter community for KP’s, and all who appreciate the tremendous work done by KP’s in the engine rooms of hospitality and catering. One aspect of the community is to highlight opportunities for … [Read more...]
THE NICI Bournemouth appoints new GM
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: THE NICI Bournemouth appoints new GM. Hotel News is sponsored by HotelPartner UK Opened in summer 2022, THE NICI in Bournemouth has announced Marcus O’Leary has joined the team as its new General Manager. With nearly 30 years international experience, primarily with Marriott Vacations Worldwide, as Vice- … [Read more...]
Minister of State for International Trade backs importing NZ lamb as better for the environment
By Denis Sheehan MIH, Publisher, H&C News: Minister of State for International Trade backs importing NZ lamb as better for the environment. In a quite ‘remarkable’ statement, the Minister of State for International Trade, Lord Johnson, is being reported as saying, it is better for the environment to eat lamb imported from New Zealand, than to eat lamb from here in the … [Read more...]