Bartlett Mitchell, one of the UK’s leading independent caterers, has launched a series of new food ranges targeted at ‘flexitarians’, the fast-growing consumer group which bases its food choices on eating less meat and more plant-based products. The menus, which are essentially suitable for vegans, vegetarians and gluten-free consumers, all share the same principle of using … [Read more...]
Aviator wins prestigious Investors in People accreditation
Aviator, a luxury independent hotel owned by TAG located just outside London in Farnborough, has been accredited by Investors in People (IiP), it has been announced today. Following the completion of a rigorous 12-month assessment process by IiP, Aviator has successfully joined the 14,000 other organisations across 75 countries that also hold the internationally recognised … [Read more...]
Receptionist of the Year finalist learned his trade at two of Scotland’s most iconic brands
The grandson of Scottish entrepreneurs, who first learned the art of warm Scottish hospitality through the family business, is up for a top hospitality award. Gleneagles receptionist Cameron Baxter (20) – whose grandmother Ena Baxter was the original face behind the gourmet soup company Baxters – is the sole Scot and only individual from outside London to be named as a … [Read more...]
Thai Leisure Group appoints Simon Firth as Executive Chef
Thai Leisure Group (TLG), the operator of Thai restaurant brands Chaophraya and Thaikhun, has appointed Simon Firth as its Executive Chef. This role has been newly created to bolster the company as it plans to grow its estate to 35 restaurants by the end of 2018. Simon, who spent the last 10 years working as Group Executive Chef for Manchester Central Group, will head up … [Read more...]
Chicken George wins 2016 British Takeaway Awards
The British Takeaway Awards, in association with Just Eat (BTAs) last night (5 Dec 2016) crowned a family-run fried chicken shop in Luton as the Best Takeaway in Britain. Chicken George, who were a regional winner last year, went one better in 2016 and received the most coveted trophy in the takeaway industry last night at the star-studded national awards ceremony. The … [Read more...]