The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) has published updated guidance for pubs to help licensees make their venue as welcoming as possible to those with access needs. The guide features a foreword from legendary British Paralympian Baroness Tanni Grey Thompson DBE, and is also endorsed by Paralympic tennis hero, Jordanne Whiley. The new guidance was launched this … [Read more...]
An open door for muddy paws at The Queens Arms
Somerset-based destination dining pub, The Queens Arms, has reported a steady rise in pups during owners, Gordon and Jeanette Reid’s, seven years at the helm, as more and more dog owners discover their award-winning food, 5-star rooms and exceptional hospitality for man’s best friend. With a welcome drink at the door, labelled 0% ABV, and doggy treats flying off the bar, demand … [Read more...]
Birmingham hotels enjoy most successful year in history as city’s tourism sector booms
Birmingham’s hotel sector achieves record high occupancy and revenue Overseas and overnight visitors to city double Birmingham sees greatest improvement in visitors’ perceptions of all UK cities City’s Christmas Markets generate record-high revenue Birmingham’s hotel sector has seen its most successful year in history, with occupancy rates for 2016 peaking at 99% … [Read more...]
Sodexo football pies score high at World Pie Championships
Sodexo has scored a sweep of awards at the prestigious World Scotch Pie Championships. The catering specialist’s Mince Pie at Aberdeen Football Club was named the best ‘Football Pie’ while Dundee United’s Steak & Gravy pie and Dundee FC’s Scotch pie, took Bronze awards in the same category. All the winning half-time snacks are supplied to Sodexo by Pars Food Ltd. The … [Read more...]
Ambiente Tapas launches flagship restaurant in the fruit market
Wykeland Beal, the joint venture company formed by commercial developer Wykeland Group and housebuilder Beal Homes, has welcomed Ambiente Tapas to a 3,000 sq ft flagship restaurant in the Fruit Market, Hull. Founded 10 years ago, Ambiente Tapas has successful restaurants in York and Leeds and the Fruit Market in Hull is their third location. £300,000 was invested to … [Read more...]