Over 300 waiters gathered in London’s Hyde Park on Thursday 21st May to celebrate National Waiters Day. Inspired by Fred Sirieix, General Manager at Galvin at Windows, National Waiters Day aims to not only celebrate hard working waiters, food and beverage staff, pub and bar workers and baristas, but also to showcase a career in front of house as one that offers good skills, … [Read more...]
Casual dining call to arms
With the new Government team freshly installed, the ALMR has launched its Casual Dining Manifesto promoting the UK’s varied and innovative casual dining market. The Manifesto highlights the dynamism and diversity of casual dining in the UK and calls upon the Government to address issues surrounding property and investment to ensure continued growth in the sector. ALMR … [Read more...]
57% of UK consumers ordering takeaways – but eating-out still bigger
Research from CGA Peach’s new BrandPulse service has revealed that 57% of the population ordered a take away meal in the last month – probably to accompany them watching a box set or movie at home, with 37% saying they stayed in to watch a subscription TV service like Sky Movies, Netflix or Amazon Instant. 75% ate out Despite the attraction of a good night in, 75% of the … [Read more...]
New Hospitality Venue at Twickenham for Rugby World Cup 2015
Rugby World Cup 2015 has announced a new on-site hospitality experience that is designed to bring rugby fans closer to the action at the biggest sporting tournament of the year. England 2015 is set to be a very special and record-breaking celebration of rugby and the purpose-built Champions Park is located in the heart of the ticketed perimeter at Twickenham Stadium, where … [Read more...]
Champagne volume and value remains buoyant
2014 was another fantastic year for both Champagne and Sparkling Wines with increases in both volume and value in the combined on and off trade channels. According to the fourth Lanson International Champagne Category Report 2015, Champagne sales will grow further as the industry continues to create more Champagne 'occasions' and more visibility by innovation — not just … [Read more...]