One of Saudi Arabia’s most storied landmarks is set to begin a new chapter, heralded by Boutique Group. Boutique Group celebrates Saudi Arabia’s cultural heritage with an exclusive portfolio of ultra-luxury boutique hotels. They offer guests memorable experiences in previously inaccessible royal and historical residences, epitomising Saudi hospitality and setting a new standard … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2025
Four Distinctive New Venues Open Soon on Exchequer Street — Cantina Valentina, Dollars, The Library Bar, and Groundwork
Four distinctive new bars, restaurants, and a nightclub will open on Exchequer Street soon, each with its own personality and purpose, and all finding their home within The Hoxton, Dublin, the vibrant new opening in the heart of the city. Together, they bring a fresh mix of flavour, warmth and late-night energy to the neighbourhood, inviting locals and visitors alike to eat, … [Read more...]
Craft Union Celebrates Operator Excellence at Annual Operator Awards
Craft Union Pub Company has honoured some of its most outstanding operators from across the UK at the 2025 Craft Union Operator Awards, celebrating excellence, performance, and community spirit across its expanding estate. With over 650 operators nationwide, the awards spotlight those who consistently go above and beyond to deliver exceptional experiences for customers and … [Read more...]
Institute of Hospitality Chairman Visits North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College to Inspire Future Talent
North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College (NWSLC) was honoured to welcome Martin Traynor OBE FIH, Chairman of the Institute of Hospitality (IoH), on Wednesday 5 November, as he toured the college’s catering and hospitality facilities and met with students and staff. The visit provided an invaluable opportunity for learners to engage with one of the leading voices … [Read more...]
Her Majesty The Queen Celebrates Meals on Wheels Week
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Her Majesty The Queen welcomed members of the National Association of Care Catering (NACC) to Clarence House, as they celebrate Meals on Wheels Week (3rd to 7th November). The reception was to say ‘thank you’ to those who provide meals on wheels and lunch clubs across the UK and support older and vulnerable people in, not only, … [Read more...]
Compass Appoints Armed Forces Committee Co-Chair
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Compass Group UK & Ireland has appointed Kris Nicholson as Co-Chair of its Armed Forces Committee, joining existing Co-Chair, Angela Lewis and Executive Sponsor, Mark Webster, CEO of Compass One. Kris joined Compass as Business Director for ESS in 2024, following a distinguished 34-year career in the Royal Navy as a Logistics … [Read more...]
House of George: Redefining Fine Dining and Boutique Luxury in the Heart of the Cotswolds
Introducing House of George, an elegant boutique hotel and restaurant that blends timeless character and contemporary refinement in the picturesque Cotswold village of Broadway. Set in a beautifully restored 17th-century limestone building, once home to the local doctor’s surgery, the property dates back to 1201 and has been reimagined as a ten-bedroom retreat that … [Read more...]
OCC Names Henry Kenyon and Arti Mirwani Daltry as Scholarship Winners
Henry Kenyon and Arti Mirwani Daltry have been named as winners of the Oxford Cultural Collective 2025 scholarships – both receiving substantial grants and mentoring to support their respective projects. The winners were revealed at a ceremony at the legendary L’Escargot restaurant in the heart of Soho, attended by a range of high-profile figures from across the media and … [Read more...]
New Dottie’s Restaurant Brings Heart and Heritage to Hotel Indigo Exeter
Hotel Indigo Exeter is delighted to announce the launch of Dottie’s, a new restaurant inspired by one of Exeter’s most beloved historic figures, Dorothy “Dottie” Holman. Opening its doors to the public on 21st November 2025, Dottie’s invites guests to experience a chef-led journey through local flavours, thoughtful service, and the timeless pleasure of good company. Open … [Read more...]
SmartRental Group Launches Lifestyle Hostel Brand Malacuna in the UK
SmartRental Group, one of Europe’s leading and fastest-growing lifestyle accommodation operators, is making its UK debut with the launch of MALACUNA, its bold, experience-driven hostel brand, opening three new properties in Manchester, Liverpool and Birmingham. The move introduces modern travellers in the UK to a hostel concept that goes beyond just a bed, combining … [Read more...]
Zenirō debuts in Nice bringing Japanese-Mediterranean Cuisine to the French Riviera
Next month, Zenirō will open in the heart of Nice, introducing a contemporary dining and lifestyle destination where Japanese precision and elegance meets Mediterranean warmth, flavour, and seasonality. Inspired by a journey through Japan and the spirit of the Mediterranean, Zenirō reimagines Japanese flavours through local, seasonal ingredients, celebrating provenance, … [Read more...]
Handwritten Collection Expands in the Netherlands with New Hotel Opening in Maastricht
Handwritten Collection, a carefully curated selection of distinctive hotels around the world, proudly announces the opening of Hotel Maison Maastricht Centrum – Handwritten Collection, located in the heart of Maastricht. Since its launch in 2023, Handwritten Collection has brought together hotels with a strong personality, heartfelt warmth, and the unique hospitality of … [Read more...]
Vagabond’s Viral Fondue Is Back – with a Black Truffle Upgrade
Vagabond Wines has announced the return of its record-breaking festive fondue for winter 2025, following a hugely successful debut last year that helped drive one of the brand’s strongest ever Christmas trading periods. The runaway hit became a social media favourite and was widely covered as one of London’s most joyful seasonal food moments, with high guest demand and … [Read more...]
Hotel Mundial Reveals the Next Phase of Its Requalification, Envisioned by Broadway Malyan
Since 1958, Hotel Mundial has been a landmark in Lisbon’s Baixa Pombalina. Today, it enters a new chapter in its story. The first phase of the renovation, recently completed, has reimagined the ground floor into a vibrant and sophisticated space. The main entrance, reception, lobby and lounge areas have been redesigned to bring back the glamour of the 1960s, now reinterpreted … [Read more...]
Palmares Set for Golden Future After Celebrating Landmark Anniversary
Palmares Ocean Living & Golf, a market leader for innovation in Portuguese golf tourism, is preparing to enter a new era of investment as the resort celebrates 50 years of development and expansion into one of Portugal’s most exclusive residential golf destinations. Over the past five decades, Palmares has established itself as an icon of tourism and golf in Portugal, … [Read more...]
