The Goodwood Estate has appointed Ben Porter to the newly created role of Hospitality Sales Director as it looks to grow its premium hospitality business. Porter will lead hospitality sales across Goodwood’s major events portfolio, including Festival of Speed, Goodwood Revival presented by DUNLOP and Qatar Goodwood Festival presented by Visit Qatar. His remit will … [Read more...]
The Falcon Reopens in Felixstowe Following £382,000 Refurbishment
The Falcon in Felixstowe has reopened following an investment of more than £382,000 in the High Street community pub. The venue officially reopened on Friday 11 September following a refurbishment covering its interiors, bar, games facilities and outdoor areas. The Falcon forms part of Proper Pubs, the community wet-led division of Admiral Taverns, which operates more … [Read more...]
The Laylow Waikiki Appoints Joey Woofter as Managing Director
Hotel News is brought to you by Guarantee Laundries The Laylow Waikiki has appointed Joey Woofter as Managing Director, with responsibility for the overall performance and operation of the Hawaii boutique hotel. Woofter brings more than 15 years of hospitality experience across Hawaii and the US mainland, with a background spanning hotel operations, renovations, … [Read more...]
Open Restaurant Group to Reach 10-Site Milestone by End of 2026
Open Restaurant Group is set to reach ten restaurants by the end of 2026 as the independent hospitality business accelerates its expansion across the North West. Led by chef Andrew Sheridan and operators Sam and Emma Morgan, the group currently operates eight restaurants, each developed as an individual concept. Its recent opening of Arcadian in Didsbury, acquisition of … [Read more...]
Kevin Bonello Unveils New Legacy Dining Concept at The Grand, York
Hotel News is brought to you by Guarantee Laundries The Grand, York will launch a new dining concept at its Legacy restaurant on 4 November, with Culinary Director Kevin Bonello introducing a Three Seasons approach centred on Yorkshire produce and provenance. Bonello, who previously held a Michelin star at de Mondion in his native Malta, has led the hotel’s … [Read more...]
Hungry Horse and Macmillan Develop New Rice Bowl for Autumn/Winter Menu
Hungry Horse has collaborated with Macmillan Cancer Support to introduce a new Rice Bowl to its Autumn/Winter menu, developed to provide greater choice while taking into account a range of dietary needs. The dish was created by Greene King’s nutrition team working with Macmillan’s clinical dietitian and nutrition expert, with consideration given to some of the changes in … [Read more...]
Aqua Expeditions Expands Benjamin Cross Culinary Role to Aqua Mekong
Aqua Expeditions has appointed Benjamin Cross as Consulting Chef for Aqua Mekong, expanding his culinary leadership from Aqua Blu in East Indonesia to the company’s river expeditions in Cambodia and Vietnam. Cross will work alongside Aqua Mekong’s onboard team to oversee menu development and the continued evolution of the vessel’s dining programme. The appointment … [Read more...]
Manahatta Greek Street to Reopen Following 10th Anniversary Refurbishment
Arc Inspirations is refurbishing its Manahatta Greek Street venue as the Leeds bar marks its tenth anniversary. The site temporarily closed on 13 September and is scheduled to reopen on Friday 25 September following a refurbishment covering its bar, seating, outdoor areas, lighting and customer facilities. The project will introduce a new bar area with updated lighting … [Read more...]
White Rabbit Projects and Locke to Open Alto 19 in Canary Wharf
White Rabbit Projects and Locke will open Alto 19, a new rooftop restaurant, bar and lounge at Locke London Canary Wharf, on 15 October 2026. Located on the 19th floor of the hotel, the 100-cover venue will combine a modern Mediterranean menu with cocktails, wine and a late-night music programme. The opening continues the partnership between White Rabbit Projects and … [Read more...]
Elior UK Raises More Than £36,000 for Natasha’s Foundation at Kenwood House
Elior UK has raised more than £36,000 for Natasha’s Foundation through a charity dinner and live auction held at Kenwood House in Hampstead, London. More than 60 guests attended the event at one of Elior UK’s concessions locations, with funds raised supporting the food allergy charity’s research, education and campaigning work. Five chefs from across Elior UK delivered … [Read more...]
Langley Castle Appoints Mark Greenaway as First Culinary Director
Hotel News is brought to you by Guarantee Laundries Langley Castle in Northumberland has appointed Mark Greenaway as its first Culinary Director as the hotel sets out plans to strengthen its position as a food-led destination. The appointment comes during the four-star hotel’s 40th anniversary year and forms part of what it has described as a ‘field to fortress’ … [Read more...]
No1 Lounges to Open Flagship Heathrow Terminal 5 Lounge in 2027
No1 Lounges is to open a new flagship lounge at London Heathrow Terminal 5 in early spring 2027 following a major refurbishment and expansion of the existing Club Aspire Lounge. Club Aspire will close on 2 November 2026 to allow work to begin before reopening under the No1 Lounge brand. The redevelopment will increase the lounge footprint by 28%, from 435 sq m to 557 sq … [Read more...]
BaxterStorey Celebrates People Awards Winners After Record 854 Nominations
BaxterStorey has recognised chefs, managers, front-of-house teams, kitchen porters and other colleagues at its annual People Awards, held at The Pelligon in Canary Wharf. The event brought together 300 colleagues from across the UK, Ireland, France and the Netherlands, with winners representing workplaces including law firms, financial institutions, football clubs and … [Read more...]
Green & Fortune’s Emma Williams Wins Hospitality’s Got Talent 2026
Emma Williams of Green & Fortune has been crowned winner of the Wafflemeister Foundation’s Hospitality’s Got Talent 2026 following her performance of Tina Turner’s Simply the Best. The hospitality industry came together at The Piano Works in Farringdon, London, on Tuesday 15 September for the annual fundraising event, which this year adopted a 1980s theme. Seven … [Read more...]
Six Changemakers Shortlisted for £5,000 Oxford Cultural Collective Scholarships
Oxford Cultural Collective has announced the six candidates shortlisted for its 2026 scholarships, with two recipients set to receive grants of £5,000 each. Alongside the financial award, the successful candidates will receive mentoring and professional support to help develop projects exploring how food and hospitality can contribute to communities, culture, society and … [Read more...]
