By Professor Peter Jones MBE Last week, while having breakfast at a hotel in Brazil, I found myself wondering about something I'd never considered before: just how many people around the world were having breakfast in hotels at that very moment. How many had already eaten, and how many were yet to sit down to their morning meal? We take it for granted when we … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2025
Ardbeg House Reveals First Design Details by Russell Sage Studio
Ahead of its highly anticipated autumn opening, Ardbeg is thrilled to reveal the initial design details of Ardbeg House, a new world-class whisky and hospitality experience set on the captivating Scottish island of Islay. Following a multi-million-pound transformation, the former Islay Hotel in the village of Port Ellen – just a stone’s throw from the Ardbeg Distillery – … [Read more...]
The Quarterdeck Seafood Restaurant reopens its doors this May
The Nare is pleased to announce the reopening of The Quarterdeck Seafood Restaurant after a recent transformation. Refreshed as a premier seafood dining destination, The Quarterdeck Seafood Restaurant will serve delicious seafood with the very best sea views. Each table has a stunning sea view of Gerrans Bay on the beautiful Roseland Peninsula, offering a very special and … [Read more...]
ROKA and Gigi Rigolatto join stellar restaurant portfolio at Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum
Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum is delighted to announce an exciting new culinary chapter with the upcoming launch of three exceptional dining concepts from world class restaurant groups. In May 2025, Azumi Restaurants - the group behind renowned brands such as Zuma and ETARU - will introduce ROKA along with a brand new concept, ROKA by the Beach. The hotly anticipated openings will … [Read more...]
Hand Picked Hotels Announces Two Senior Appointments to Drive Growth and Elevate Guest Experience
Hand Picked Hotels, the award-winning collection of luxury country house hotels and spa retreats, is pleased to announce the appointments of Vidyadhar Patole as General Manager Wood Hall Hotel & Spa near Wetherby, and Crathorne Hall Hotel in North Yorkshire, and Graeme Nesbitt as General Manager of Fawsley Hall Hotel & Spa in Northamptonshire. These strategic hires … [Read more...]
Supercity Aparthotels expands across UK with 3 new openings for Spring/Summer 2025
Supercity Aparthotels, one of the UK’s leading contemporary aparthotel brands, is set to open three new properties in Edinburgh, Leeds and York over the next two months. Further solidifying its presence across the United Kingdom, these launches mark a significant step in Supercity Aparthotel’s strategic growth plan. First to open is Forth House, located in Edinburgh’s … [Read more...]
Europe’s First Hell’s Kitchen Opens at The Unexpected Ibiza Hotel
On 9th June 2025, the fiery gates of the world-renowned Hell’s Kitchen will open at The Unexpected Ibiza Hotel, igniting a new chapter of luxury dining. Between Gordon Ramsay Restaurants and Palladium Hotel Group, this launch brings the notorious Hell’s Kitchen brand to Spain and Europe for the very first time - offering local, national and international visitors an … [Read more...]
Rosewood Hotel Group Appoints New COO and VP Operations EMEAC
Rosewood Hotel Group, one of the leading global lifestyle and hospitality management groups, is delighted to announce the appointment of two new corporate executives who will reinforce our strategic vision of becoming the global powerhouse in luxury, travel and lifestyle and further elevate our operational strengths. Anthony Ingham, the Group’s new Chief Operating Officer, … [Read more...]
Deliverect Kiosk Arrives in UK: The Cloud-Based Lifeline for Restaurants Facing Ongoing Operational Pressures
Deliverect, a leading global food tech SaaS company, today announced the acquisition of Tabesto, the first all-in-one restaurant and fast-food ordering and payment kiosk. Now, restaurant owners and operators who trust Deliverect to manage and increase their online orders can also transform their in-store service experience with Tabesto’s smart ordering and payment software … [Read more...]
Grantley Hall to Launch New Country Pub, Grantley Arms, This Summer
This summer, five-star North Yorkshire hotel, Grantley Hall, will extend its culinary offering with the launch of Grantley Arms, a picturesque country pub that it recently purchased in the heart of the neighbouring village of Grantley. With a focus on seasonal dishes, regional produce and warm Yorkshire hospitality, Grantley Arms will offer both hotel guests and locals a … [Read more...]
Aimbridge EMEA Makes Key Commercial Appointment to Its Leadership Team
Hotel management company, Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA, has announced the appointment of Kym Kapadia as its new Senior Vice President Commercial. Kym brings substantial commercial experience to the role, having worked across a variety of hospitality operator types spanning owner-managed, asset and third-party management. Previously, Kym spent ten years as Vice President … [Read more...]
Edgbaston Park Hotel Becomes a Certified B Corporation
The Edgbaston Park Hotel, owned by the University of Birmingham and which opened in 2018, has earned the prestigious B Corp Certification. This initiative, led by B Lab UK, recognises the hotel’s high social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability to both staff and customers. Joining businesses including Innocent Drinks, The Guardian and Tony’s … [Read more...]
LXR Hotels & Resorts Debuts in France with the Opening of Sax Paris
Hilton announces the recent opening of Sax Paris, LXR Hotels & Resorts. Located in Paris's elegant 7th arrondissement, the 118-room property is housed in a historic neo-Gothic building, boasting panoramic rooftop views. Marking the debut of the LXR Hotels & Resorts brand in France, Sax Paris joins a global collection of luxury hotels in sought-after destinations that … [Read more...]
Splendid Hospitality Group Receives Cash for Kids Gold Disc Award
Award-winning hospitality business, Splendid Hospitality Group (SHG), was honoured with a Cash for Kids Gold Disc award in recognition of recent staff fundraising achievements at its 38 KFC franchise restaurants in Midlands and the Northeast. The special presentation of the £34K cheque and Cash for Kids gold disc took place at The Grand, York, the city’s only five-star … [Read more...]
UWTSD Tourism & Events Programmes named finalists once again at Prestigious Institute of Hospitality Awards
For the fourth consecutive year, the University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) Tourism & Events programmes have earned national recognition as finalists in the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) Awards, a true testament to their continued excellence and impact in the sector. In a proud milestone for 2025, the team has been named double finalists: for Best Education … [Read more...]
