The Hospitality Show’s Star Product Awards have reached their stunning climax with innovative mobile ordering and payment service, Orderella, crowned as the best new product in British hospitality. The company emerged victorious, in front of a packed Business Briefing Stage audience, after being chosen from a group of the Top Ten – already judged to be the most outstanding … [Read more...]
No North-South divide when it comes to Eating Out
Consumers are eating out more than ever, driven by increased disposable income and the growing number of chain restaurants infiltrating the British high street. In this exciting time, Pragma asked where the opportunities are across England, and how restaurants should tailor their offer to regional differences A growing space Overall market growth is occurring at the … [Read more...]
Jamie’s Italian to open near London Bridge
Shelley Sandzer, the leading leisure property specialist agency, has secured a new 6000 sq ft flagship site for Jamie’s Italian at More London, Tooley Street. Shelley Sandzer acted on behalf of Hilton Hotels in the deal, which sees the popular restaurant led by Jamie Oliver, open underneath the Hilton in Spring 2015. The flagship restaurant will be split over the ground … [Read more...]
£7 million investment in Honest Burgers
Active Private Equity is reported to be taking a major stake in fast-growing gourmet burger chain Honest Burgers. Active is a venture capital and private equity specialist and owns stakes in Evans cycles shops as well as Leon restaurants. It is reportedly investing £7m in return for 50 per cent of the business. Spencer Skinner of Active will be joining the Honest Burger … [Read more...]
SSP’s Cabin brings glamour to Newcastle International Airport
SSP has opened a new bar called Cabin at Newcastle International Airport, offering passengers a premium experience in a first class environment. Partnering with Champagne Lanson, premium beer brand Peroni and leading independent wine merchant Corney & Barrow, Cabin offers a drinks menu to impress the most discerning customer. The Cabin also offers something for those … [Read more...]