Wafflemeister has partnered with TRG Concessions (TRGC) to launch its first ever airport site at London Heathrow Airport Terminal 4. The site, which opened airside of the terminal, is Wafflemeister’s first airport location. The company aims to open more in the next 24 months. The venue serves Wafflemeister’s Liége waffles, with a variety of toppings and a wide selection … [Read more...]
Country Range Store Cupboard Enhanced With Addition of Multi-Use Tomato Sauce
Leading foodservice brand Country Range has stocked up its store cupboard of indispensable products with the addition of a new delightfully delicious and convenient Multi-Use Tomato Sauce. The versatile product is vegan-friendly, meets the salt guidelines and comes in 3kg cans in cases of six. Perfect for an array of dishes such as ragus, stews, curries and a wide range of … [Read more...]
HEWI Joins Accessible Hospitality Alliance as Sponsor Partner, Deepening Commitment to Accessible Design
The Accessible Hospitality Alliance (aha) is pleased to welcome HEWI as its latest sponsor partner, a collaboration that speaks not only to shared values but to shared intent, building a hospitality world that truly welcomes everyone. HEWI’s sponsorship follows the widely acclaimed aha Forum, held in partnership with Thomas Franks. The Forum marked a turning point: a … [Read more...]
Hyde London City Unveils Adaptogenic Iced Coffee Collaboration with London Nootropics
Nestled within the historic Spiers & Pond building in the heart of Old Bailey, Hyde London City is more than just a hotel — it’s a vibrant urban sanctuary where heritage, culture, and wellness seamlessly come together. This summer, Hyde invites guests to elevate their stay with a refreshing way to awaken and unwind through the launch of an exclusive adaptogenic iced coffee … [Read more...]
Hospitality Action and Montgomery Group Unite to Expand Industry Wellbeing Messaging
Leading UK charity Hospitality Action has announced a strategic partnership with Montgomery Group, the country’s longest-running independent events organiser. The partnership aims to raise awareness of Hospitality Action’s vital work whilst promoting a more resilient and supported hospitality workforce. As one of Montgomery Group’s official charity partners, Hospitality … [Read more...]
July’s Kitchen Porter of the Month: Seeing and recognising talented people
Month in month out the Kitchen Porters Club sees and recognises the incredible work done by kitchen porters across catering and hospitality, from care homes to schools, to hotels, pubs and restaurants. This couldn’t happen unless their colleagues make time to nominate them, doing so sends a message underlining a people focused culture alive and well within their … [Read more...]
Cutting Costs, Not Corners: How to Tackle Rising Rates Through Better Maintenance
With business rates on the rise in 2025/2026 and support reliefs scaling back, commercial kitchens are under more pressure than ever to operate efficiently. Energy prices remain volatile and overheads are creeping up across the board. In this climate, forward planning isn’t just smart, it’s essential. Reducing operational costs doesn’t have to mean compromising on … [Read more...]
Country Range Launches Catering for Dementia Guide
Country Range has published its latest guide in collaboration with International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) Consultant Andy Cullum aimed at helping caterers looking after residents who are living with dementia. The comprehensive guide, which was also kindly checked by Alison Smith, a Prescribing Support Dietician for the NHS and Fellow of the BDA who … [Read more...]
Hospitality’s Reckoning with England’s Water Crisis
By GraceWeaverAI: Hospitality’s Reckoning with England’s Water Crisis. Behind every check-in and freshly made bed lies a resource that’s rarely seen but utterly relied upon, water. It empowers every layer of hospitality, from kitchens and bathrooms to laundry rooms and landscaped grounds. But as we go through the UK’s hottest and driest spring and summer in over a decade, … [Read more...]
Hackney Leads the Way in Audio Inclusion With Acoustic Upgrades for the Arts
Three of Hackney's grassroots music venues— Paper Dress Vintage, SJQ and Vortex Jazz Club —have set a new benchmark for audio inclusion, thanks to a pioneering partnership between Sownd Affects and Oscar Acoustics. This collaborative initiative, supported by Arts Council England, is making live music more accessible for neurodivergent, hard-of-hearing, and noise-sensitive … [Read more...]
TWO services stand In good company alongside those making a difference
As we move through the second half of the year, TWO Services have taken time to recognise the people and organisations who are making a tangible difference in their communities. We believe that meaningful support often comes from simply being present, offering help where it’s needed, and standing alongside those already doing vital work. Supporting community-led … [Read more...]
Chris Cowls MBE Appointed Chairman of HOSPA
The Hospitality Professionals Association (HOSPA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Cowls MBE as its new Chairman, taking over the role from Bob Silk, who has served in the position since 2022. Chris has been a member of the HOSPA Board since 2020 and he now steps into the Chairman role at a pivotal moment for the industry. Bringing a wealth of experience, … [Read more...]
Cleaning that never clocks off: TWO Services offers 24/7 kitchen cleaning for the catering and hospitality sector
In the hospitality and catering industries, flexibility is key. Kitchens don’t follow a 9-to-5 schedule, and neither should their cleaning regimes. That’s why TWO Services, one of the UK’s leading kitchen cleaning specialists, offers a professional 24/7 kitchen cleaning service tailored to the needs of commercial and hospitality operations nationwide. From early mornings … [Read more...]
June’s KP of the Month, appreciating individuals and enhancing people focused culture
Month in month out The Kitchen Porters Club continues to see and recognise the incredible work done by kitchen porters across catering and hospitality, from care homes to schools, to hotels, pubs and restaurants. But this couldn’t happen unless their colleagues make time to nominate them, and in so doing send a message of appreciation of individuals, enhancing people focused … [Read more...]
Carolyn Riozzie Shares Transformational Impact of Gather Platform
At a recent industry event, one story stood out, not for its scale, but for its sincerity and strength of conviction. Carolyn Riozzie, Quality Manager and Nominated Individual at Thurrock Lifestyle Solutions CIC, travelled more than four hours and used a day of her own annual leave to do one thing, tell others how the Gather platform has transformed the way her organisation … [Read more...]
