The Kurobuta pop-up was such a success – it was such a hit with diners who fell for the unique chilled out ambience and exceptional Japanese food, that it’s now a permanent fixture on the Kings Road restaurant scene – that chef/owner Scott Hallsworth is now opening a second site on Kendal Street in the heart of Marylebone. The new venue takes its inspiration from the Izakayas … [Read more...]
Malmaison and Hotel Du Vin say ‘Non’ to Foie Gras
After being contacted by PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) about how birds are force-fed several times a day through metal pipes that are rammed down their throats in order to make foie gras, nationwide boutique hotel groups Malmaison and Hotel du Vin have made the compassionate decision to ban the foodstuff from all their menus in a total of 28 hotels … [Read more...]
Manitowoc Multiplex Beverage Technology triumphs at Innovation Awards
The new beverage product launch from Manitowoc Foodservice – the Multiplex Blend-in-Cup - scooped the ‘Most Innovative Catering Equipment’ accolade at the 2014 Hotelympia Innovation Awards. The Multiplex Blend-in-Cup is the latest innovation in blended beverage equipment by the industry-leading equipment manufacturer. The workstation has been developed to help its customers … [Read more...]
KFC to deliver 6,000 jobs and five more years of growth in UK
Martin Shuker, Managing Director of KFC, the UK’s favourite chicken restaurant, has announced plans to open 150 new restaurants, creating 6,000 jobs, in the UK and Ireland over the next five years. 2014 marks Shuker’s tenth year at the helm of KFC UK and Ireland, and will see the company investing £21m to open 32 new stores before the end of the year, creating 1,300 new … [Read more...]
Domino’s appoints David Wild as CEO
Domino’s Pizza Group plc has announced that David Wild has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer with immediate effect. Stephen Hemsley, Non-Executive Chairman, commented: “We are delighted that David will be joining Domino’s permanently as Chief Executive Officer. Since becoming Interim CEO in January, he has impressed the board with his passion and understanding of … [Read more...]