New research by the University of Westminster, commissioned by ETS, the European Tissue Symposium, suggests that single use towels are the most hygienic way to dry hands after visiting the washroom. Despite a trend for sophisticated drying machines in recent years it appears that traditional single use towels offer an unsurpassed level of hygiene when drying hands after … [Read more...]
The Blues Kitchen for Brixton
London-based bar and restaurant collective The Columbo Group has announced it will bring its popular Blues Kitchen concept to south London with the opening of a new site in Brixton. The group has just purchased the Electric Social in Brixton, and will develop the site with a view to opening The Blues Kitchen in autumn 2015. This latest acquisition brings the group’s portfolio … [Read more...]
ETM Group to open second Botanist in New Broadgate Circle
Tom and Ed Martin, of privately-owned ETM Group, have confirmed the opening of their 15th venue, and first late-night venture, this April located within the £20 million Broadgate Circle development near Liverpool Street Station in the City. Following the success of its sister restaurant on Sloane Square, The Botanist Broadgate Circle designed by Russell Sage Studio will … [Read more...]
Punch Taverns launch springtime free lager promotion
Punch Taverns have teamed up with Carlsberg and Carling on a nationwide promotion giving UK drinkers the chance to enjoy a free pint in Punch pubs. Beginning on the 27th April and running till midnight on Friday 1st May, the promotion gives pub customers the chance to enjoy a free pint of either Carlsberg or Carling lager, the nation’s favourite beer category, on Punch … [Read more...]
Prime Minister David Cameron visits Brains Brewery
David Cameron and his wife Samantha visited Welsh brewer and hospitality retailer SA Brain & Co Ltd on 7 April, as part of a trip to the Welsh capital this week. During the hour’s visit to the Cardiff brewery, Mr Cameron and Samantha met with senior members of the Brain’s management team including Chairman John Rhys, Chief Executive Scott Waddington and Finance Director … [Read more...]