As the owners of Harry Ramsden's prepare to unveil details of their expansion plans, which will see a vastly increased presence across the UK for the world famous brand, Harry Ramsden’s has unveiled its stunning new look Bournemouth restaurant - which looks set to claim the title of ‘Biggest Fish and Chip Restaurant in the World’! Details have already been sent to industry … [Read more...]
Redemption alcohol-free bar chain launched by ex-Virgin marketing chief
These days it’s hard to get away from booze - you can’t even go to the cinema without being offered a glass of wine, but there are many who actively need to keep away from temptation, or at times simply aren’t looking to drink alcohol. But where to go? The right concept could attract a significant market. Catherine Salway, former Virgin marketing chief, believes she has the … [Read more...]
Kitchenette: the summer pop-up with many differences!
This summer sees new social enterprise Kitchenette host an exciting and pioneering pop-up in the heart of Islington: from 11 July until 28 August, the old Citroen garage, hidden behind a pair of vast red doors just off Upper Street, will be transformed into a unique culinary experience offering a plethora of restaurants, tastings and demonstrations. Advice on setting up your … [Read more...]
New ad against Fortnum & Mason and foie gras
A new PETA ad highlighting the cruelty behind every tin of foie gras sold by Fortnum & Mason will be funded by Channel 4 after the broadcaster used a song by The Smiths in advertisements for Gordon Ramsay's Christmas Cookalong Live back in 2011 - without the singer's permission. Morrissey had sent his legal team into action after the use of the song, and has now donated … [Read more...]
Hospitality Industry faces Skills Shortage
So - we’re pretty much all agreed that economic growth in 2013 will be virtually non-existent yet, despite this, we’re forecasting to see up to 660,000 hospitality jobs created by 2020. The hospitality industry is expected to grow by almost 2% this year, and add around £40bn to Britain’s flagging economy. The serious shortage of hospitality industry candidates But who … [Read more...]