Peach-flavoured milk, butter with maple syrup, gluten-free dishes, ginger blossom-flavoured drinks, and the chilli-based flavouring sriracha were just some of the new foods on taste for the first time at this year’s National Restaurant Association (NRA) show in Chicago. The NRA is one of the world’s biggest food and drink trade shows, and is traditionally the launch-pad for … [Read more...]
Young’s results support ambitions for growth
Young & Co has reported preliminary results for the 52 weeks ended 31 March 2014, showing a strong performance with revenue up 8.8%; adjusted operating profit up 14.9%; growth in accommodation sales (RevPAR up £2.76); the acquisition of 2 managed and 3 tenanted pubs; and net debt reduction. Stephen Goodyear, Chief Executive of Young’s, commented: “This was another … [Read more...]
Focus on Brighton: leisure developments and opportunities
Brighton may have been trying to shrug off its image as “London by the Sea” since receiving City status in 2001. However, Brighton’s proximity to the capital is certainly of considerable benefit, and the city is a positive hive of activity. Here, the Fleurets team provides an overview of the Brighton scene, identifying the projects, developments - and … [Read more...]
St Austell invests in Estate with two new properties
Award winning St Austell Brewery has announced further investment in its estate with the purchase of a Somerset pub and a Cornish hotel, adding to the growing company’s property portfolio across the South West. With the two new sites, the leading brewer and drinks wholesaler will now own and manage 170 inns and hotels across Devon, Cornwall and Somerset. The acquisitions … [Read more...]
Cocobananas to bring Brazil to Battersea
This summer a new nightclub will bring all the passion and spirit of Brazil to Battersea. The latest project from Charlie Gilkes and Duncan Stirling’s Inception Group, whose venues are well loved for their innovative and tongue-in-cheek themes, Cocobananas will take guests straight to the heart of a Latin American beach party. Set over two floors, the nightclub will be a … [Read more...]