This Friday sees Macmillan’s World’s Biggest Coffee Morning take place raising funds to help extend the services provided by Macmillan to support the lives of people affected by cancer across the UK. H&C News have been only too happy to work with Kenco raising the profile of this event to fellow professionals within the hospitality and catering sector. During the … [Read more...]
AA Hospitality Awards 2012 lead with Carluccio and Koffmann
Amongst the many current awards schemes, the AA Awards remain amongst the most prestigious, with winners selected in recognition of excellence and success within their award category, having shown a significant improvement within the preceding 12 to 18 months and proving their dedication to raising industry standards and enhancing both their guest and diner experiences. The … [Read more...]
Shepherd Neame acquires Royal Wells Hotel
Shepherd Neame has acquired the Royal Wells Hotel and the Beau Nash Tavern in Tunbridge Wells for an undisclosed sum. The 23-bedroom 18th century hotel in Mount Ephraim combines Victorian elegance and modern comfort. Its individually-designed rooms are a major feature, while its charming setting and accessibility to the many attractions on offer in and around Tunbridge Wells … [Read more...]
European hotel rates bounce in August
The European hotel industry posted mixed results in year-over-year metrics when reported in U.S. dollars, euros and British pounds for August 2012, according to data compiled by STR Global. Elizabeth Randall Winkle, managing director of STR Global: "European hotels reported a bounce in average room rates this August as the Olympics took full effect in London and the U.K., … [Read more...]
The London Restaurant Festival, 1-15 October 2012: what’s in it for your restaurant?
The Festival is designed to raise the profile of the establishments involved and acknowledge the pleasure and sustenance given to all by London’s extraordinarily diverse range of restaurants. The festival will comprise two main elements: Events and Festival Menus. There will also be a section of Side Orders – where individual restaurants will be encouraged and supported in … [Read more...]