On Monday 17 March 2014, Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard will open its reservation lines for rooms, events and Tīng – the signature restaurant and lounge on level 35. The hotel itself will open on 6 May with opening room rates starting from £450 per room per night, including VAT. Gŏng, Tīng and Láng The hotel will feature three food and beverage destinations: Gŏng, … [Read more...]
Waiter-less payment app launches with Wahaca and Burrito Mama
The digital revolution continues to make its presence felt in the restaurant sector with the launch of a new, waiter-less payment solution from London-based app developers Flypay. The Flypay app has been designed to improve customer experience by cutting bill delays, whilst also boosting merchants’ floor staff efficiency and lowering costs. This functionality has already … [Read more...]
Historic award-winning restaurant in Harlech for sale
Castle Cottage, the award-winning restaurant with rooms in Harlech, North Wales, is for sale with specialist property adviser Christie + Co. The 5-Star business, housed in two 16th century buildings, overlooks Harlech Castle — a World Heritage site – and has seven luxuriously-appointed rooms whose décor is in the style of understated luxury. To counterbalance the character of … [Read more...]
Mövenpick Gourmet Dessert Chef of the Year opens for entries
This week, Mövenpick Ice Cream launches its annual Gourmet Dessert Chef of the Year Competition, challenging professional chefs to create an original dessert that showcases its range of luxurious flavours. Working with 2012 UK World Chocolate Master Ruth Hinks, the winner will receive a luxury two day spa break in Edinburgh, along with an exclusive, one-on-one showpiece course … [Read more...]
Missoula scoops MIDAS Best New Concept Award within months of launch
Missoula, Montana Bar & Grill has scooped the prestigious award for Best New Concept at the Menu Innovation and Development (MIDAS) Awards held in London last week. The win for Missoula is a real accolade for the brand, which opened its first site in Milton Keynes in December and second venue in York last month. The award was presented to Perry Huntley, Head of Food … [Read more...]