One of Scotland’s top chefs has signed a deal to open a luxury bistro at Macdonald Holyrood Hotel in Edinburgh. Paul Tamburrini has moved on from his position as Chef Director at Martin Wishart’s lauded restaurant, The Honours Brasserie in the capital and will launch his first venture, Bistro Deluxe by Paul Tamburrini, in partnership with Macdonald Hotels & Resorts.The … [Read more...]
Heineken gives north west locals a £4.6m boost
Work begins this week on a £490,000 refurbishment of The Weld Blundell pub in Lydiate by Heineken owned Star Pubs & Bars and multiple operator MSR Pubs Ltd following a fifteen-month closure.The expenditure is part of a £4.6 million investment that Star Pubs & Bars announced it plans to make in its 192 North West pubs in 2017 including £1.2 million in the Liverpool … [Read more...]
Brands are the Future of Wine
Brands have struggled to flourish in the UK wine market, with much of what the Aussies call Tall Poppy Syndrome – be ‘successful’; the one to stand out and get cut down. Why is now the right time for brands in the wine market to flourish?In short, the market and industry has changed and is continuing to change in all facets the consumer, the distribution, the market … [Read more...]
Jurys Inn launches new menu ‘The Kitchen’, available to guests across the UK and Ireland
Guests from all over the world will be treated to a selection of culinary delights ranging from light bites and healthy options, artisan pizzas to hearty wholesome meals. The menu has been designed with travellers in mind, catering for people on the go to enhance their day.Head of Product, Innovation and Standards at Jurys Inn Hotel Group, Barry Rowland, commented: “The new … [Read more...]
Onefinestay becomes global leader in luxury private rentals
AccorHotels announces the grouping of Travel Keys, Squarebreak and Onefinestay with the intention to integrate the three companies under the Onefinestay brand before the end of the year.The announcement signifies the finalizing of an agreement with the founders of Squarebreak for the acquisition of the entire share capital in the company. AccorHotels has owned 49% of this … [Read more...]
STR and ASAP: U.K. serviced apartments report strong H1
The serviced apartment sector in the United Kingdom recorded a 5.5% increase in revenue per available room (RevPAR) during the first half of 2017, mainly driven by growth in London, according to STR and the Association of Serviced Apartment Providers.Compared with the first half of 2016, serviced apartments in the U.K. posted 1.7% growth in occupancy to an actual level of … [Read more...]
The Good Egg launch summer terrace
This Summer, The Good Egg will unveil their garden terrace, tucked off Church Street in Stoke Newington. Headed by chefs Joel Braham, Alex Coppard and Oded Mizrachi, the three friends will bring the al fresco dining spirit of Tel Aviv to East London with a new brunch menu to accompany relaxed weekends in the sun and a dedicated Noshes hour to make the most of Summer in … [Read more...]
Edinburgh graduate secures senior role at ‘Scotland’s Best Five Star Hotel’
Five star luxury hotel, The Chester Residence, has welcomed new operations manager, Megan Milliken, to the team this month.Napier University graduate Megan will ensure the day to day operations of the hotel are carried out effectively and efficiently and will implement new procedures. Using her 10 years’ experience in the hospitality industry she is also looking forward to … [Read more...]
Hospitality team completes ride to Paris for action medical research for children
A team made up of hospitality and health club experts from the South West’s leading four-star hotel and gym have completed a gruelling four-day bike ride to raise money for Action Medical Research for Children - a charity dedicated to improving the health of babies and children.Heading a 35-strong team, Nick Taplin, owner of the four-star hotel and health club at DoubleTree … [Read more...]
New Operations Team in Place at Camerons
As part of Camerons rapid retail estate expansions the North East brewer has identified the need to restructure their operations team. Since 2013 Camerons has expanded its managed pub operation from 4 venues to 23 with the acquisition of the Head of Steam and Leeds Brewery pub groups. The brewer is looking to add a further 6 pubs each year to its growing retail estate.As … [Read more...]
Celebrating 20 years at Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa
Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa has recognised the hard work and ongoing commitment of its longest serving employee, Wanna Taylor, who has worked at the Hotel for 20 years. In celebration of this milestone, the Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa team gathered together to surprise her with gifts including a gold bracelet, a bouquet of flowers, clothing vouchers and a spa getaway, as … [Read more...]
