There was palpable shock in the air when it was announced at 11am on Tuesday 18th April that we are about to be submerged into another vote. As the political establishment come to terms with another gruelling 8 weeks of electioneering and, the public groans with more political shenanigans I wonder what effect it will have on the world of wine & hospitality? Consumer … [Read more...]
North West pub operator takes eleventh site with Star
North West multiple operator, Blind Tiger Inns, has taken the lease on The Talbot in Euxton, Chorley with Star Pubs & Bars and is investing in a joint £320k refurbishment of the pub which is due to reopen in late May. The move takes Blind Tiger Inns’ estate to 12 pubs. All are leases and 11 are with Star Pubs & Bars. The investment in The Talbot will build on its … [Read more...]
MasterChef winner to open restaurant in Manchester
The North West’s only Masterchef winner, Simon Wood, has today announced that his much anticipated restaurant will be at First Street and will be called WOOD - Manchester. Simon, from Oldham, hopes to create a stylish yet relaxed dining experience offering high end food. The chef, famed for his octopus and squab pigeon in the 2015 series of the show, was described by Greg … [Read more...]
Top hotels recognised for their green credentials
Charity presents its first international Green Key awards to two top London hotels - the Sheraton Skyline and Le Meridien Piccadilly. Environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy is delighted to have presented its first two Green Key awards after taking on the management of this international award for the hospitality sector in England. The charity already manages a number of … [Read more...]
Red Dog Saloon selects first northern spot
Family-run Bar-B-Q restaurant brand Red Dog Saloon, have continued their expansion plans with their first venture in the North. The company’s fifth American restaurant will open in May on Bold Street, Liverpool following a £1.2 million investment. Already renowned in London for its fat ribs, buffalo chicken wings, hickory smoked pulled pork and burgers, the company has … [Read more...]