In an attempt to highlight the importance of good customer service – in a sector renowned for its bad service – bank Tandem created a prank video showing poor service in a real-life pub setting. The stunt hinges on the brand’s message that ‘everyone can have a better, happier life with money’. Pub & Bar News is sponsored by Tramontina, distributed in the UK exclusively … [Read more...]
Android Pay now available at Pret
Pret A Manger customers in the UK can now pay for their purchases using Android Pay, up to the value of £250 (for those extra-large lunch runs!) Pret’s UK shops have been accepting contactless payments since the technology first became available around seven years ago. Now 65% of all card transactions at Pret are made using contactless technology. Android Pay will be … [Read more...]
Zia Lucia – Launching Mid June
Launching in Islington in mid-June 2016, Zia Lucia brings Londoners a new way to enjoy pizza. By combining a special selection of unique doughs, rare in the London pizza scene, with a flair for real Italian community style, Zia Lucia will create a distinctive experience for pizza lovers across the city. Zia Lucia’s unique variety of Italian 48-hour slow fermented doughs are … [Read more...]
Grosvenor gets go ahead to restore grade i-listed Mayfair building
Westminster City Council has resolved to grant planning consent for Grosvenor Britain & Ireland (‘Grosvenor’) to complete a £5m repair and restoration of the former St Mark’s Church in North Audley Street, Mayfair. The building will provide a meeting space for the community as well as 14,500 sq ft of shops and restaurants. The approval follows Grosvenor’s consultation … [Read more...]
Compass Group UK & Ireland launch UK’s first nutritional toolkit for people living with dementia
The Healthcare business of Compass Group UK & Ireland, the UK’s largest catering firm, is marking National Dementia Awareness Week (15-21 May) by rolling out its “Dignified Dining” toolkit, in over 60 hospitals and care homes. This innovative initiative aims to provide exceptional nutritional care to people living with dementia. The toolkit outlines our ten key nutritional … [Read more...]