Hotel News is Sponsored by Harcus Parker The combined fundraising and support efforts of Harbour Hotels in 2024 have contributed more than £33,000 to the unique hospitality-based charity, Room to Reward. As well as donating 20 breaks in unsold rooms across the group’s 14 properties to volunteers nominated for a well-earned break, Harbour Hotels have hosted three major … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2024
BM trials AI self-checkout system
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services BM Caterers is trialling artificial intelligence (AI) self-checkout systems across two client sites, which if successful could be rolled out further in 2025. The business is trialling the new technology at the headquarters of a logistics specialist in Crewe and a London-based law firm. The Deligo AI self-checkout automatically … [Read more...]
Have female chefs chopped their way to the top?
Chef News is sponsored by the the Kitchen Porters Club By Dr. Evangelia (Lia) Marinakou: Have female chefs chopped their way to the top? Barriers for success The challenging working conditions and the entrenched occupational culture in commercial kitchens pose significant barriers for women pursuing careers in the culinary field. Recent movements, such as #MeToo, have … [Read more...]
Levy and Excel London extend dining and technology partnership
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Excel London and Levy UK & Ireland have announced an agreement, building on their long-standing relationship and commitment to fostering innovation, technology and investment in London’s events industry. The strengthened partnership aims to build on its successful 25-year association with a greater emphasis on future … [Read more...]
Trio of hospitality openings announced by centre:mk
Restaurant News is Sponsored by CCS McLays Bill’s has opened a new restaurant within centre:mk, its first in six years, a significant move for the Richard Carding-backed group, with further plans to grow the all day dining concept in 2025 and beyond. Joining Bill’s is Cornish Bakery, the independent bakery concept, which has opened with seating for up to 82 people, the … [Read more...]
CRG’s Picture Perfect Awards Evening Hosted by Rob Brydon at FRAMELESS Celebrates Suppliers and Members
The Country Range Group’s highly anticipated ‘An Evening With’ event continued to surpass all expectations with the one-of-a-kind FRAMELESS immersive art experience in London providing the perfect landscape for the night’s celebrations. Taking place on Thursday 12th December at the unique venue in Marble Arch, the evening was hosted by star of stage and screen Rob Brydon … [Read more...]
Latest economic data points to urgent need to address a legacy of underinvestment
By Angela Green: Latest economic data points to urgent need to address a legacy of underinvestment. Britain’s economy in October followed September’s, shrinking again by 0.1%, underlining the scale of the government’s primary task to get the economy growing. Figures released today from the Office for National Statistics showed another fall in GDP, a consequence of decline … [Read more...]
Gold Service Scholarship 2025 finalists announced
Ten young front of house professionals from across the UK will be competing in the final of the 2025 Gold Service Scholarship – the highest number of winning finalists since the competition began. Coming from a variety of restaurants, ranging from Perthshire to Berkshire and Sussex to South Armagh, the candidates will go on to compete in the final at Corinthia London on 13 … [Read more...]
Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana Newcastle opening in time for Christmas
Restaurant News is Sponsored by CCS McLays Rudy's Pizza Napoletana has announced it will be opening the doors of its Newcastle restaurant on Saturday 21st December, bringing Neapolitan pizza to the new Grey Street site in time for Christmas. In anticipation of the opening, thousands of local pizza lovers have already secured themselves a free pizza through the Rudy’s … [Read more...]
University of West London awards Dipna Anand Honorary Doctorate
Chef News is sponsored by the the Kitchen Porters Club The University of West London has awarded chef, restaurateur, and alumna Dipna Anand an Honorary Doctor of Letters for her contribution to the culinary world. Dipna’s grandfather opened the first Brilliant Restaurant & Nightclub Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya, in the 1950s. His original recipes, cherished and … [Read more...]
Rethinking Recruitment: How HR and AI Create Barriers for Disabled Candidates in Hospitality
By Professor Peter A Jones MBE: Rethinking Recruitment: How HR and AI Create Barriers for Disabled Candidates in Hospitality. The recent Institute of Hospitality Passion4Hospitality roundtable discussion "Hospitality: Creating Opportunities for Those with Disabilities." highlighted a critical issue: traditional recruitment methods, particularly CVs and interviews, may … [Read more...]
Preferred Travel Group launches Climate Action Plan
Hotel News is Sponsored by Harcus Parker Preferred Travel Group has announced the launch of its Climate Action Plan, a strategic initiative aimed at addressing the climate crisis and driving meaningful change within the travel and tourism industry. This plan, created in partnership with the Travel Foundation, a prominent international sustainable tourism … [Read more...]
Greene King’s 1,400 Community Tables open to ease loneliness this Christmas
Pub & Bar News is Sponsored by Harcus Parker This Christmas, more than 1,400 Greene King managed pubs will each host a ‘Community Table’ day during December. This initiative is part of Greene King’s ‘Closer Communities’ year-round programme, designed to support those who may be more vulnerable to feelings of loneliness, with the ‘Community Table’ day providing extra … [Read more...]
Meiko appointment bolsters growing business in Care and Protect
Jon Sharp has joined Meiko UK as Specification Manager overseeing Meiko’s growing business in the Care and Protect sectors. “The appointment of Jon Sharp brings extensive experience in sales leadership and business development in the catering sector. His leadership and visionary approach will be instrumental in driving growth in these two critical sectors for Meiko,” says … [Read more...]
BM Caterers, Hogan Lovells, suppliers and partners raises over £60,000 for Ukraine
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services BM Caterers’ third Golden Hearts dinner has raised more than £60,000 for Ukraine, taking the total raised to £150,000 over the last two years. The event took place on Friday 8 November at BM client site Hogan Lovells in London, and saw BM consultant chef Adam Byatt, owner of Michelin-starred Trinity restaurant in Clapham, serve … [Read more...]
