By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor: Tom Sellers announces opening date for Story Cellar. Tom Sellers has announced that he will open Story Cellar at 17 Neal’s Yard, Seven Dials on 1st April. Story Cellar is a Parisian inspired rotisserie style restaurant with counter dining, where rotisserie chicken is the primary focus, served alongside a host of classic dishes, … [Read more...]
Aramark launches Loch & Larder
By Angela Green, Content Executive: Aramark launches Loch & Larder. Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Aramark UK has recently launched an exciting new food collective, Loch & Larder, at Eastgate Shopping Centre in Inverness. Loch & Larder hosts some of the most innovative food and drink brands Inverness has to offer, while showcasing high quality … [Read more...]
Refurbishment of the De Vere Beaumont Estate in Old Windsor completed
Refurbishment of the De Vere Beaumont Estate in Old Windsor completed Hotel News is sponsored by HotelPartner UK De Vere Beaumont Estate in Old Windsor has completed the final phase of a £25 million investment in refurbishment works to its bedrooms, the Beaumont Restaurant, and indoor swimming pool. The final stage of work has seen the remaining 28 bedrooms at De Vere … [Read more...]
Hokus Pokus celebrates first annioversary
By Angela Green, Content Executive: Hokus Pokus celebrates first annioversary. Hokus Pokus, the London ‘underground apothecary bar’ with a hugely creative repertoire of craft cocktails and botanical concoctions, officially marks its first anniversary this month. Located where Bloomsbury meets King’s Cross, and led by the dynamic mixologist Greg Chudzio, Hokus Pokus offers … [Read more...]
The Yan in the Lake District launching The Smithy
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor: The Yan in the Lake District launching The Smithy. Hotel News is sponsored by HotelPartner UK The Yan in the Lake District is launching The Smithy, a Lakeland cottage for two which comes complete with room service and The Yan’s renowned comfort food breakfasts and dinners. The Smithy is a detached Lakeland stone cottage on The … [Read more...]
Housekeeping Today return to The Belfry in support of the IoH’s Youth Council
By Angela Green, Content Executive: Housekeeping Today return to The Belfry in support of the IoH’s Youth Council. We’re delighted to announce that a team led by co-publisher Mark Gleed will once again represent Housekeeping Today and Laundry & Cleaning Today at the IoH Golf Day, in Partnership with Caterer.com. The four-ball team event on 25 May at The … [Read more...]
Gentlemen Baristas bring inclusive coffee training to Stratford
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor: Gentlemen Baristas bring inclusive coffee training to Stratford. The Gentlemen Baristas is opening a new state-of-the-art roastery and experience centre in Stratford this month to help meet growing demand for specialty coffee and quality training. The aim of the site is to provide an inclusive environment for education … [Read more...]
Blantyre and Fairtree confirm acquisition of Crerar Hotel Group
Blantyre and Fairtree confirm acquisition of Crerar Hotel Group Hotel News is sponsored by HotelPartner UK Earlier today Blantyre Capital Limited and operating partner Fairtree Hotel Investments announced their acquisition of Crerar Hotel Group. Crerar’s portfolio of seven 4- and 5-star hotels will form part of the new owners’ plans to build a significant … [Read more...]
The winner of Springboard’s FutureChef 2023 announced
By Angela Green, Content Executive: The winner of Springboard’s FutureChef 2023 announced. The winner of Springboard’s FutureChef has been revealed as Kristen Nugent, 15, from Killeeshil, in County Tyrone, following a tense final at Westminster Kingsway College in London. Taking place at Westminster Kingsway College in London yesterday, the final saw 12 … [Read more...]
Can carbon labelling nudge customers into making better choices?
By Katherine Price, Sustainability Editor: Can carbon labelling nudge customers into making better choices? Carbon labelling has been steadily rolling out across the foodservice sector over the last year, with companies including BM Caterers, Benugo and Compass UK & Ireland all now communicating with their customers the carbon footprint of their food choices. Over the … [Read more...]
Simon Rimmer confirmed as host of the U Dine Awards
By Angela Green, Content Executive: Simon Rimmer confirmed as host of the U Dine Awards. The U Dine Awards, created to recognise excellence in University Hospitality, have revealed that their awards ceremony will be hosted by Simon Rimmer. Rimmer is a chef and the co-presenter of Sunday Brunch, the Sunday morning show waking up the nation with a mix of chat, … [Read more...]
Twelfth Nutrition and Hydration Week commences today
By Andy Jones: Twelfth Nutrition and Hydration Week commences today. Planning has taken place around the country in NHS Trusts and care homes with a view to holding events to promote their good practices and key messages on food and drink for those they care for. There are many others around the world also looking to take part especially around the Wednesday, 15th, when … [Read more...]
How far down the road has the Catering T Level can been kicked?
By Professor Peter Jones MBE: How far down the road has the Catering T Level can been kicked? There was an announcement on Friday on a government website delaying the introduction of four T levels including catering. Three of those T levels were delayed for a year, what was telling was the statement in relation to catering. “T Levels deferred from 2023 until 2024 are: … [Read more...]
The Morrison Room, one of four Irish Michelin additions
By Angela Green, Content Executive: The Morrison Room, one of four Irish Michelin additions. Hotel News is sponsored by HotelPartner UK The Morrison Room at Carton House, A Fairmont Managed Hotel, is delighted to be one of four Irish Restaurants added to the UK and Ireland edition of The Michelin Guide. Of The Morrison Room, The Michelin Guide Reads: “We all need a … [Read more...]
Adam Handling Restaurant Group investing in team wellbeing and development
By Angela Green, Content Executive: Adam Handling Restaurant Group investing in team wellbeing and development. The Adam Handling Restaurant Group has opened a new office and team development centre in Covent Garden, close to Frog by Adam Handling restaurant and Eve Bar, for all team members across the Group to benefit from. Adam Handling said of the initiative: “Our … [Read more...]