This summer, British Roast Dinner Week, sponsored by Knorr Gravy, challenged the industry to ‘boast their roasts’ and put forward their award-winning roast dinners as part of its mystery diner competition. Five finalists have now been chosen, beating hundreds of operators, for their take on one of the nation’s favourite dishes, and are one step closer to winning the … [Read more...]
The British Cheese Awards: 2012 winners
The Awards were established in 1994 by Juliet Harbutt to raise the profile of British cheese and create a recognised symbol of excellence for all British cheese. In 19 years the number of British cheesemakers has more than doubled and there are now over 700 unique British cheeses made from cow, goat, ewe and even buffalo milk. The 2012 statistics [representing over 70% of … [Read more...]
AA Hospitality Awards 2012 lead with Carluccio and Koffmann
Amongst the many current awards schemes, the AA Awards remain amongst the most prestigious, with winners selected in recognition of excellence and success within their award category, having shown a significant improvement within the preceding 12 to 18 months and proving their dedication to raising industry standards and enhancing both their guest and diner experiences. The … [Read more...]
Debate the big issues at Business Bootcamp
Once again, Business Bootcamp is set to host a range of highly thought-provoking plenary sessions and panel debates where experts will discuss the latest news and trends from across the industry, at The Restaurant Show 2012. In partnership with OpenTable and Restaurant magazine and including sessions brought to you by Travelzoo, Nespresso, Just Eat and Matthew Clark, … [Read more...]
Great Taste at the Cadogan by Maschler and Coventry
27 September sees the launch of the menu devised by Fay Maschler, restaurant critic of The Evening Standard, and her sister, the chef Beth Coventry, for Great Taste at The Cadogan in Knightsbridge. The event also marks the imminent opening of The London Restaurant Festival (1-15 October 2012). Fay Maschler has reviewed restaurants for The Evening Standard since 1972. Over … [Read more...]