Spirits Market Report 2014: facts and figures The findings of William Grant & Sons UK (previously known as First Drinks Brands) annual spirits and Champagne report make interesting reading, as you would expect. H&C News has already looked at some of the consumer trends and shopper habits that the Report uncovers (see link at bottom of page), but here we present some of … [Read more...]
Menu & Food Trends 2014: keeping pace is critical
Menu & Food Trends 2014: keeping pace is critical The theme throughout Allegra Foodservice’s latest report, Menu & Food Trends 2014, is that menus need to evolve with key trends whilst retaining the essence of the brand. There is an ever-growing complexity and skill in menu compilation as trends evolve, the economy develops, concepts mature and consumers demand … [Read more...]
Renowned celebrity chef unveils plans for state-of-the-art Culinary Academy
As a restaurateur, TV presenter and Guild for Chefs UK Master Craftsman, Chef Damian Wawrzyniak has a lot on his plate. His latest venture is the establishment of the brand new City of London Culinary Academy, designed to help attendees develop unrivalled technical skills as well as gain invaluable insight into the art of classic cuisine and its origins. Set to open its doors … [Read more...]
Social Media for hospitality: insights into good practice
Social Media for hospitality: insights into good practice As previously reported (see link below) H&C News and Armourcoat recently joined forces for a ‘Social Media Roundtable’ that gathered a group from across hospitality to discuss and explore the effectiveness of social media. The event was hosted by citizenM Bankside in London, attended by delegates from pub … [Read more...]
Giggling Squid to double in size in 12 months
Giggling Squid, the fast growing restaurant chain which introduced the ‘Thai Tapas’ concept to Britain, currently operates nine successful venues in Brighton, Hove, Crawley, Tunbridge Wells, Henley-on-Thames, Reigate, Stratford-upon-Avon, Marlow and Horsham. Its most recent opening, Horsham, has weekly sales averaging between £25,000 and £30,000. Its latest opening is due … [Read more...]