I trained as a chef in Bristol initially, but after experiencing a 9 month work permit at the Baur au Lac Hotel in Zurich in the summer of 1971, I realised that I wanted to work in a restaurant, not the kitchen. It was enchanting, the people so full of grace, it was something I wanted to be involved in desperately and I consider myself so lucky to have been a part of it, and … [Read more...]
Cyrus Todiwala OBE unveils Zest Quest Asia Gala Dinner Menu 2020
Cyrus Todiwala OBE has announced the contents of an opulent 4-course menu specially designed for the 7th Zest Quest Asia Gala Dinner and Awards Night to be held on Friday, 7th February 2020 at the Hilton London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5.The menu, heavily inspired by Goan-Portuguese culinary traditions, will highlight ingredients and produce donated by … [Read more...]
Birmingham hotel home to King George VI and Malcolm X set to re-open summer 2020
Starwood Capital Group have earlier today announced that The Grand Hotel, in one of Birmingham’s most iconic buildings, will once again open its doors to the public in the summer of 2020, following a restoration that will return the city centre landmark to its former glory.The luxury hotel, a Grade II* listed building, will be home to 185 spacious rooms and suites, … [Read more...]
Michael Caines announces acquisition of Cornwall restaurant
Michael Caines has today announced the acquisition of Cornwall based beach front restaurant, The Cove at Maenporth. The restaurant is located just outside of Falmouth, South Cornwall, England and aptly named ‘The Cove’ due to its location nestled just above the golden sandy beach.Michael is delighted to be launching his first venture across the Cornish border in March … [Read more...]
Ecuadorian and Lebanese restaurants to open in London’s Elephant Park
Two restaurants that share a south London heritage and an international flavour have signed contracts to open new premises at Elephant Park, the £2.3 billion regeneration project being delivered by Lendlease and Southwark Council in Central London.Popular Ecuadorian restaurant, Miko’s, will move from the Elephant & Castle shopping centre, into a 1,200 sq ft space at 17 … [Read more...]
Aviva Investors announce £106m funding of new London Docklands hotel
Rockwell, the London property developer has this morning announced the completion of a £106m investment deal with Aviva Investors to fund the delivery of a 400-bed Premier Inn hotel adjacent to Westferry DLR station.Aviva Investors, the global asset management business of Aviva plc, has acquired the freehold interest of the site through its Lime Property Fund. Whitbread, … [Read more...]
Apex London Wall completes refurbishment and opens new restaurant
A multi-million pound refurbishment of leading London hotel, Apex London Wall, has been completed. The investment has seen all 89 bedrooms and public areas transformed within the boutique hotel, alongside the launch of brand new restaurant, Off The Wall Bar & Grill, located in the heart of the capital.Off The Wall Bar & Grill is one of Apex Hotels’ brand new dining … [Read more...]
A resting place for weary travellers since 1594 re-opens in March
Set at the 11,000-acre Castle Ashby estate, the ancestral home of the 7th Marquess of Northampton, sits The Falcon - a Grade II listed Coaching Inn built in 1594. March 2020 sees the unveiling of the newly renovated property, which has been transformed by Lord and Lady Northampton, into a country retreat with 22 bedrooms and a restaurant.Connecting with nature and the … [Read more...]
The Most Instagrammed World Cities and Sights Of 2019
As we move into a new decade, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has uncovered the Most Instagrammed Sights Of 2019, as part of their InterContinental ICons campaign. Marking 10 years since the ‘start’ of Instagram in 2010, InterContinental took a look at how Instagram has transformed the hospitality and travel landscape.Most Instagrammed Sights Of 2019 - … [Read more...]
Five minutes with… TWO Services
TWO Services: Who are we and what do we do?We’re an award-winning family business, specialising in the cleaning and maintenance of commercial kitchens and equipment for the FM and catering industries.As we’ve grown, we’ve stayed true to the values and service ethos of a family business. That’s why we were so thrilled to be the London and South East Family Business of … [Read more...]
Vegan breakfast, lunch and dessert all on the new Caffè Nero ‘Veganero’ menu
Caffè Nero has launched its new ‘Veganero’ menu featuring brand new products catering for vegan breakfast, lunch and dessert. The new menu has been launched in response to growing customer demand for vegan-friendly options. The new menu offers more choices and includes vegan options created for those looking to reduce their meat consumption in 2020.New vegan … [Read more...]
OYO Hotels and its biggest investor under significant and mounting pressures
Three reporters at The New York Times over recent days have built up a profile of OYO Hotels operating under significant losses and facing increasing pressure from its biggest investor, Japan’s SoftBank.The reporters at The New York Times interpreting data from current and former employees state several reasons for concern.In recent weeks, OYO Hotels has pulled out of … [Read more...]
Paul and Emma Ainsworth announce imminent opening of Caffè Rojano
Paul and Emma Ainsworth have announced the opening of Caffè Rojano on 10 February 2020. After being the leaseholder of Rojano’s in the Square, Padstow for the past nine successful years, Paul and Emma have purchased the freehold and relaunch the restaurant with a brand-new interior and menu to match.Caffè Rojano will reflect the vibrant café culture and Italian food scene … [Read more...]
Transformation of hotel home to previous Kings and Queens of England nears completion
Oatlands Park Hotel, home to previous Kings and Queens of England, following a ten million pounds of investment to date in extensive renovations over the last four years is nearing completion.The transformation of the hotel includes a new glass ceiling guest foyer, a new restaurant and bar, The Mulberry and Bar 1509, alongside the grand total of 144 bedrooms, 120 of which … [Read more...]
