The Institute of Hospitality, the industry’s professional body, has announced the appointment of Peter Ducker FIH as its Chief Executive, effective from 2 January 2013. Peter has served as an Executive Councillor and Trustee of the Institute of Hospitality since 2010. He is currently Executive Director of the Hotel Booking Agents Association (HBAA); Chairman of the Hotel … [Read more...]
Chef’s Restaurant of the Week, Adam Gray’s Red Lion
The Red Lion, situated in the village of East Haddon, is set in a much more idyllic location than chef Adam Gray’s last venture. He recently made his mark at Rhodes24, one of the capital’s most high-profile (and high-rise) establishments. However, his reputation followed him and as a result this is by no means a sabbatical in a quiet country … [Read more...]
NH Hotels extends its partnership for guest technology with Swisscom Hospitality
NH Hoteles continues its successful partnership with Swisscom Hospitality. A new framework agreement signed by both parties makes Swisscom Hospitality the partner of choice for a suite of guest-facing technologies as well as its advanced network management services. Swisscom Hospitality will advise and support NH Hoteles to achieve further network and IP service … [Read more...]
Dunsley Hall introduces ‘Technology Escape’
In a move to improve the outcomes of meetings and events held at Dunsley Hall Country House Hotel, a new ‘technology-free’ zone has been introduced by that allows conference organisers to help delegates focus on the topic in hand rather than allowing the distraction of the various devices now in general use in business. Gordon Ward, general manager comments: “The … [Read more...]
AA hotel, restaurant, pub and b & b guides for 2013 now available
There have been many changes in the British restaurant world over the past 20 years such as the introduction of ‘pop-up’ restaurants, celebrity chef restaurant chains and more international cuisine but one thing has remained constant: The AA Restaurant Guide. The new 2013 AA Restaurant Guide is the 20th edition of the famous foodies’ bible. The number of restaurants in the … [Read more...]