Kew Green Hotels has announced it has established its first Employee Board, an early adoption in the UK hospitality industry. The board has been established with the goal of ensuring all employees have a channel through which to have their voices heard, and to help employees have a direct and positive impact on the running of the business, future direction and strategy of the … [Read more...]
The cider revolution hits the capital with London’s first Urban Cidery & Taproom
Hawkes is excited to announce the launch of the Hawkes Cidery & Taproom, London’s first ever urban cidery, and the latest step in our mission to change the face of UK cider forever. Located on the famous ‘Bermondsey Beer Mile’ just off Maltby Street Market, our cidery is now officially open and set to be the heart and soul of craft cider production in London. Since … [Read more...]
Five minutes with…Matt Gillan
Matt Gillan left The Pass at South Lodge Hotel in West Sussex last year after 10 years as head chef to open 'dual concept' cafe and restaurant Red Roaster and Pike & Pine in Brighton. He speaks to Hospitality & Catering News about making the leap from employed head chef to business owner and shares his thoughts on the industry as well as his inspirations and … [Read more...]
Roadside restaurant operator OK Diners opens 9th
Leading roadside restaurant operator OK Diners Ltd continues to rise to the challenge of increased consumer demand in the roadside restaurant sector. A new 64-seater restaurant opened in Oswestry in May creating 20 jobs for the local area, following development costs in excess of £250k. Owner Dafydd Poole comments “Consumers today demand more when eating out then ever … [Read more...]
Castle Pubs Craft Beer Festival returns for Summer 2017
Mitchells & Butlers’ collection of Castle Pubs are celebrating that summer’s on its way and it’s the perfect season to pay homage to the magic of hops and barley by launching its Craft Beer Festival from 8 June – 15 July. The Craft Beer Festival is featuring at over 100 pubs nationwide, including renowned venues such at The White Horse in Parsons Green and The Spaniards … [Read more...]