More Brits than ever logged on to public WiFi hotspots this Christmas as they used their smartphones and tablets to update their social media accounts and seek out bargains in the sales, according to figures from the UK’s biggest high street WiFi provider, The Cloud. WiFi usage 3 times higher The Cloud’s network of hotspots in pubs, shops, cafes, restaurants and other … [Read more...]
The Vineyard named Restaurant of the Year
Five star Berkshire hotel and ‘restaurant with rooms’ The Vineyard has been named the Decanter /Laurent-Perrier restaurant of the year. Inspired by the sun-soaked vineyards of California, The Vineyard – located in the heart of rural Berkshire – is a true haven for wine and food lovers. Often referred to as a ‘restaurant with rooms’, the stunning premises feature a top class … [Read more...]
HOSPA Award winners for 2012
HOSPA Award winners for 2012 HOSPA has announced the winners of its annual Hospitality Finance, Revenue Management and IT Awards for 2012 at its Christmas Awards Luncheon – held at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London. 1. HOSPA Hospitality Professionals Award Winners 2012 Hospitality Finance Professional 2012, sponsored by PKF - Adolf Schauer, Financial … [Read more...]
Restaurant design: critical for operators and customers
It’s easy to take for granted the stunning, beautifully finished interiors that feature in so many bars and restaurants. But the immaculate appearance hides the processes – usually difficult and painstaking – that created it. Nor should we forget that bars and restaurants are punishing environments: interiors that must start and remain ‘fit for purpose’, capable of coping … [Read more...]
Perú voted the World’s Leading Culinary Destination 2012
Hailed as a “gastronomic superpower” by the Financial Times, Peruvian cuisine continues to maintain its position at the top of the culinary agenda. Now, it has won against stiff competition to be voted the Best Culinary Destination in the world at the star-studded World Travel Awards (WTA) Grand Final Ceremony 2012, held in New Delhi, India. The South American country fought … [Read more...]