The Bromley Court Hotel in Bromley, Kent, has re-launched its 180-cover restaurant following a major refurbishment and menu repositioning. The redesign of the restaurant is part of an ongoing refurbishment of the building, which sits in a strategic position on Bromley Hill with views of several London landmarks. The Garden Restaurant has been given a lighter, brighter feel … [Read more...]
Hampshire first to appoint Food Tourism Ambassador
Hampshire is highlighting its credentials as a top foodie destination by appointing a TV chef as its first food tourism ambassador. It is believed to be the first county in England to do so - part of a move to put Hampshire on the map as a place where visitors experience “England at its finest”. James Durrant, Chef Patron at The Plough Inn, Longparish, BBC 2’s Great British … [Read more...]
Consumers hamstrung for a healthy planet-friendly lunch
A snapshot survey of 620 sandwiches and wraps from eight supermarkets eight retailers (Asda, Boots, Co-op, Marks & Spencer, Morrisons, Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Waitrose) and four high street sandwich chains (Pret a Manger, EAT, Subway, Greggs) by Eating Better has found that consumers trying to eat healthily and reduce their impact on the environment will struggle to find a … [Read more...]
New Burger Shacks and Airstream for Young’s
Young’s is set to open a new burger concept this May. The Burger Shack includes a roving Airstream and permanent outdoor Burger Shacks, each individually designed for the beer gardens of a number of its pubs. The first permanent Burger Shacks will take up residence at two Young’s pubs in south London: The Windmill in Clapham launching on 1st May followed by a second shack at … [Read more...]
Confident consumers increase spending
Confident consumers made the most of their rising spending power in April, as the latest monthly data from Barclaycard reveals that consumer spending climbed 4.5 per cent last month. This is the biggest uplift in terms of real growth (adjusted for inflation) recorded since Barclaycard began regular analysis back in October 2011. Discretionary spending also grew at the … [Read more...]