Ten semi-finalists for the Marketing and Innovation Award category of the National Fish & Chip Awards 2013, sponsored by Q Partnership, have been announced after being judged on their creative marketing strategies and innovative thinking. Organised by Seafish, the authority on seafood, these awards are designed to celebrate the very best fish and chips businesses Britain … [Read more...]
Diary Date: The Restaurant Show, 8-10 October 2012
The Restaurant Show is designed for professionals across every sector of the UK’s restaurant and foodservice trade to network face-to-face and to discover, develop and celebrate the industry. Highlights include The Centre Stage, The Drinks Wine Quarter and Wine Cellar, Business Bootcamp, The Street Market and The Artisan Producer’s Ma The Event Caterer’s Competition: Monday … [Read more...]
Pubs win Gold
The latest survey conducted by leading pub trade body the Association of Licensed Multiple Retailers (ALMR) has revealed that 60% of pubs saw an upturn in business during the second week of the Olympic Games ‐ in stark contrast to the difficulties operators experienced the week before. The survey of ALMR members shows that an astonishing 20% of operators experienced … [Read more...]
Hospitality careers not on the menu for young people?
Research just published by Livebookings reveals that nearly half of young people in the UK would not consider a career in hospitality, despite the sector being one of the few currently offering opportunities at all qualification levels. With the latest ONS figures showing one in five 16-24 year olds in the UK is unemployed, the disconnect between the jobs on offer and what … [Read more...]
IOC praises British hospitality; BHA urges action on legacy
IOC President, Jacques Rogge applauded British hospitality in his speech at the closing Olympic Games ceremony, rounding off a fortnight in which the country’s welcome had been a major talking point of athletes and visitors, and prompting Ufi Ibrahim, chief executive of the British Hospitality Association (BHA) to comment: “Britain’s hospitality industry has done itself … [Read more...]