By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Lee Bye made a Director of Agellus to further drive growth. Agellus has confirmed that chef patron Lee Bye has joined the board of directors of the family owned hospitality business. Bye’s appointment comes as Agellus prepares to open two new properties – Millers House, Tuddenham, and Quay House, Ely – to … [Read more...]
The H&C News Golf Day, in Partnership with Meiko UK, Supporting Zest Quest Asia
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: The H&C News Golf Day, in Partnership with Meiko UK, Supporting Zest Quest Asia The H&C News Golf Day, in Partnership with Meiko UK took place in May at The Belfry Hotel & Resort, raising vital funds to support Zest Quest Asia. The full review of the day will be published soon, in advance of that an insight to the … [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...]
Tom Armstrong Claims the 2022 LACA’s School Chef of the Year
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Tom Armstrong Claims the 2022 LACA’s School Chef of the Year. The Hilton Birmingham Metropole, was the venue for the 28th year of the LACA School Chef of the Year, fondly known as SCOTY. After two competitive days of cooking, Tom Armstrong of Shelley College, Huddersfield finally emerged as the worthy winner, with Raheem … [Read more...]
Crerar appoint four new Head Chefs across portfolio
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Crerar appoint four new Head Chefs across portfolio. Crerar Hotels Group has welcomed four new Head Chefs to its culinary team at Thainstone House, Balmoral Arms, Isle of Mull Hotel & Spa, and Loch Fyne Hotel & Spa. Antonio Cappucio brings more than 20 years’ experience within the hospitality industry to the … [Read more...]
St. Ermin’s welcomes new Executive Head Chef
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: St. Ermin’s welcomes new Executive Head Chef. Embracing a rich and diverse culinary background and a number of awards from across the globe, the talented Italian Chef, Paolo Sanapo joins the team at the distinctly individual St. Ermin’s Hotel, Westminster. Sanapo has already begun extensive menu development across all … [Read more...]
The Boat Inn, Lichfield to host charity event for Hospitality Action
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: The Boat Inn, Lichfield to host charity event for Hospitality Action. The Boat Inn, in Lichfield, will be hosting a charity dinner on Wednesday 20th July to raise proceeds for Hospitality Action. Liam Dillon is joining forces with Staffordshire Chef, Matt Davies to host the event. Hospitality Action supports those who work … [Read more...]
Chris Corbin announces the return of “Who’s Cooking Dinner?”
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Chris Corbin announces the return of “Who’s Cooking Dinner?”. For the past 24 years, Leukaemia UK has hosted the acclaimed, “Who’s Cooking Dinner?”, a fundraising event founded by restaurant luminaries Chris Corbin OBE and Peter Gordon. On Monday 19th September, the dinner will be returning after a 2 year … [Read more...]
Corinthia London appoints Executive Pastry Chef
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Corinthia London appoints Executive Pastry Chef. Corinthia London has announced the appointment of Yago Arias Doamo as Executive Pastry Chef. Yago will work closely with Corinthia London’s Executive Chef André Garrett, overseeing Afternoon Tea in the Crystal Moon Lounge, as well as pastry across the hotel’s … [Read more...]
Vivek Singh hosting Curry For Carers to raise money for Carers Worldwide
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Vivek Singh hosting Curry For Carers to raise money for Carers Worldwide. On Saturday 9th July, Executive Chef and Founder of The Cinnamon Collection, Vivek Singh, is hosting a very special Curry For Carers masterclass to raise money and awareness for Carers Worldwide, a charity that works exclusively to support unpaid … [Read more...]
Generations of farmers supporting generations of chefs
Generations of farmers supporting generations of chefs Dairy experts Lakeland Dairies have partnered with the Craft Guild of Chefs to sponsor their 2022 Graduate Awards. The prestigious Graduate Scheme is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year with an enhanced programme devised by the panel of judges, including Steve Munkley, Russell Bateman and Will … [Read more...]
Trainee chefs take the reins at college restaurant
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Trainee chefs take the reins at college restaurant. Trainee commis chefs from the Lake District and North Lancashire have been given the chance to run their own restaurant for the day. The six students from the English Lakes Hotels Resorts & Venues Culinary Academy took control of Kendal College’s restaurant to get … [Read more...]
Whispers of The Pelican in Notting Hill investigated…
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Whispers of The Pelican in Notting Hill investigated... We have heard a few whispers that The Pelican in Notting Hill is fast becoming a haunt frequented by the great and good of the food world, so we asked someone in the know for more info... The Pelican has been a pub in Notting Hill on All Saints Road since 1870, but was … [Read more...]
Tell us something about yourself that would surprise our readers… Shahzad Bhathena
Tell us something about yourself that would surprise our readers… Shahzad Bhathena Your definition of hospitality? For me hospitality is making someone feel comfortable and happy and being able to anticipate their needs and fulfil them. What does sustainability mean to you? Being from the restaurant industry, particularly F&B, sustainability for me is being … [Read more...]
Cyrus Todiwala calls on golfers to join him at The Belfry
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Zest Quest Asia announced beneficiary of the H&C News Golf Day in association with Meiko UK. Zest Quest Asia are the beneficiary of the 2022 H&C News Golf Day in association with Meiko UK. The day will generate funds to further promote education in Asian cooking in UK schools, colleges, and … [Read more...]
