The SUBWAY brand is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Country Director in the UK and Ireland. Peter Dowding joins the SUBWAY brand where he will be responsible for developing the brand in the UK and Ireland, working with a team of Development Agents across the territory. Peter brings a wealth of experience working in the retail and drinks industries, gained … [Read more...]
Restaurateur brings Victorian Splendour to Newcastle’s Quayside
A leading North East restaurateur has opened a flagship eatery on Newcastle’s vibrant Quayside. Andy Hook, owner of Blackfriars Restaurant in Newcastle and Hinnies Restaurant in Whitley Bay, has teamed up with head chef Troy Terrington to open Dobson and Parnell at 21 Queen Street, specialising in refined British and European cuisine. Set within a Victorian Grade II … [Read more...]
Tim Martin challenges BBPA CEO on Brexit
In a recent prediction for 2017, Brigid Simmonds, of the BBPA, told the pub industry press that “the coming year will be dominated by Brexit and its consequences”. Brigid is rightly admired in the licensed trade for her excellent work, but I don’t feel that this is an accurate portrayal of the next 12 months, or indeed future years. By far the greatest cost increases for … [Read more...]
Punch Taverns Commercial Director announces retirement
After 30 years in the Pub industry, Punch Commercial Director John Healy has decided to retire from the business. John will retain overall responsibility for the Punch Commercial team until the end of this calendar year and, during this time, will be introducing a new structure. From the start of 2017, the Commercial team will then report to Marketing Director Neil … [Read more...]
Stamford Bridge partners with celebrity chefs to launch limited edition matchday menu
Stamford Bridge, home to Chelsea Football Club, in partnership with official airline partner, Delta Air Lines, launched an exclusive matchday menu created by the airline’s culinary partner Linton Hopkins, Michelin-starred London-based chef, James Lowe and Chris Garrett Executive Chef for Levy Restaurants UK, the stadium’s catering partner. The first menu, served in the … [Read more...]