Britain's managed pub and restaurant operators are enjoying a strong start to 2014, with collective like-for-like sales up 4.4% in April against the same month last year. It follows a 4.6% increase in March. These latest figures from the Coffer Peach Business Tracker show that trading has been positive throughout the winter and spring, with April's results marking 13 … [Read more...]
English Sparkling wines awarded top trophies at 31st annual IWC
Two Sparkling wines from the South of England have been awarded with International Wine Challenge trophies in a record year of success for English wine makers at the competition. Nyrtimber 2009 Classic Cuvée West Sussex-based Nyetimber was awarded the top national prize when its 2009 Classic Cuvée received the English Sparkling trophy. This sparkling wine is a blend of … [Read more...]
Energy Performance Certificates – what are your legal obligations?
Are you the owner or occupier of commercial premises? Are you required to commission and display an Energy Performance Certificate? Do you know what your duties are? Our short guide below will help: What is an Energy Performance Certificate (“EPC”)? An EPC contains: • information about a property’s energy use and typical energy costs • recommendations … [Read more...]
Free From Eating Out Awards gather support
Momentum is growing at the Free from Eating Out Awards with sponsors adding their support, and the Awards opening for entries in just a short time – 27 may. Sodexo UK & Ireland is the headline sponsor, whilst Nairns, Greens and Riso Gallo are sponsoring specific categories, and Celia and Venice Bakery are joining as Cloud sponsors. The Awards still have lots of … [Read more...]
Success and growth for ALMR in 2013
The ALMR last week hosted its Annual General Meeting for members at the Minster Exchange in London, announcing the results of a successful 2013 and further cementing its reputation as the leading voice of licensed hospitality. Operator membership up 30% Operator membership grew by over 30% in 2013, for the second successive year, with supplier membership increasing by … [Read more...]