BrewDog, Scotland’s largest independent brewery has today announced a first-of-its-kind partnership with gourmet popcorn maker, Joe & Seph’s that will see craft beer being paired with carefully selected popcorn flavours. As part of this innovative collaboration, all five of the BrewDog Headliner beers have been paired with a complementary flavour of popcorn from Joe … [Read more...]
Demand for free-from foods set to grow
Having clearly labelled free-from dishes on the menu will become an increasingly vital part of a restaurant’s offer as a growing proportion of the population become concerned with food ingredients, allergens and the desire to eat a more health-conscious diet. On the eve of the Food Information for Consumers Regulation coming into force [13 December 2014], which requires … [Read more...]
Premier Inn and Costa Coffee forge ahead
Whitbread has released its interim management statement showing total sales growth of 13.0%, confirming that it is on track to deliver full year results in line with expectations, and announcing that Patrick Dempsey is to step down as MD of Whitbread Hotels and Restaurants. Andy Harrison, Chief Executive of Whitbread, commented: “As we said in our interim results on 21st … [Read more...]
London Beer Week launched
The team behind London Wine Week and London Cocktail Week have now launched London Beer Week, which will take place from the 16 – 22 February 2015. A seven day celebration of all things beer related, the festival will be set amongst London’s top pubs, bars and breweries, highlighting the rich diversity and wonderful idiosyncrasies that make beer a truly global … [Read more...]
F&B managers concerned and concerning on new allergens legislation
An independent survey commissioned by F&B technology expert Caternet, has uncovered new fears faced by the industry in line with the changes to EU Food Labelling regulations and allergens which come into force on 13 December 2014. Almost half of F&B managers (47%), say they are ‘uncertain’ even though they have some plans in place, but they admit it’s a game of chance … [Read more...]