Chef, restaurateur and food writer Mark Hix opened his first restaurant – HIX Oyster and Chop House - in 2008 after 17 years working for Caprice Holdings. He now runs five restaurants and two bars in London and a restaurant and boutique hotel in Lyme Regis in Dorset. Following last month's relaunch of HIX Soho he speaks to Hospitality & Catering News about service, … [Read more...]
Gibson Hall hosts the Prince’s Trust
Grade I listed Gibson Hall was recently chosen as a venue by The Prince’s Trust to host a reception, thanking guests for their generous fundraising for disadvantaged young people. Youth charity The Prince’s Trust helps disadvantaged young people to get their lives on track. Founded by HRH The Prince of Wales in 1976, the charity has supported 13 to 30 year-olds who are … [Read more...]
The Clink and the clear case for rehabilitation
Four of the H&C News team recently enjoyed the privilege of dinner at The Clink, HMP Cardiff. The restaurant is located right beside the prison and as you enter it welcomes you warmly as do the front of house team. The front of house team struck me as all being employable at almost any restaurant. They knew how to meet, greet, present the menu and discuss it if needed and … [Read more...]
Drive over 200 miles to lunch at Hispi, it’s very much worth it
Gary Usher’s Hispi restaurant is in Didsbury, one of Manchester's most popular suburbs located on the north bank of the River Mersey about 5 miles south of Manchester city centre. The first thing you notice about Didsbury is that there are just so many eateries. So many you would wonder if the ratio to other shops is sustainable. Locals are spoilt for choice. We were there … [Read more...]
Tower Bridge events gives away a free wedding!
The world famous Tower Bridge has announced that it will provide a free wedding for one lucky couple. The onsite venue management team at Tower Bridge, Seasoned is offering one lucky couple the wedding of their dreams by launching a new online competition via Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. The world famous bridge, known for its stunning architecture, historical … [Read more...]