Autumn 2015 will see London-based restaurant and nightlife collective The Columbo Group, open two new venues within the space of a month, both located in South London. Columbo Group founder Steve Ball, who last night was last named one of Evening Standard’s ‘1000 Influential Londoners’ for the second year running, said of the news: “Brixton is currently one of the most exciting … [Read more...]
Michelin Stars – the ultimate accolade but do diners care?
With the publication of the UK Michelin Guide 2016, a new survey has revealed that the majority of Brits will ignore the results, preferring instead to ask their friends for tips or research online. While the nation’s restaurateurs and chefs await the results with baited breath, the survey by Great British Chefs has shown that printed guides, including the Michelin Guide, … [Read more...]
Adverse impact of legislation on Scotland’s hospitality trade
The Scottish Licensed Trade Association (SLTA) has reported that, post the success of the Commonwealth Games & Ryder Cup, government legislation is having an adverse impact on Scotland’s Hospitality Trade, and that more support is needed to prevent further outlet closures and job losses. Impact of drink drive and minimum wage legislation Paul Waterson, Chief Executive … [Read more...]
Deltic trading bucks the trend with 15.5% sales increase
Following three years of consecutive growth, the UK’s largest clubs and bar operator, The Deltic Group has announced a sales increase of 15.5% in the 26 weeks to 29 August, with like for like sales up 7.5%. Peter Marks, chief executive of The Deltic Group comments: “There’s been plenty of speculation about the health of the UK nightclub sector. Our consistently strong … [Read more...]
The humble cheeseburger wins UK’s vote for best burger
Brits may love their fish and chips, bangers and mash and roast dinners but there’s no denying that the burger has become one of the nation’s favourite foods, with new OpenTable research revealing that Britons are consuming an impressive 1,668 burgers over a lifetime. Perfect burger is...the classic cheeseburger With Friday 18th September marking National Cheeseburger … [Read more...]