With James Durrant at the helm as newly appointed Executive Head Chef, Bluebird Chelsea has launched a new A La Carte menu in time for spring eating with a selection of fresh seafood dishes including Seared tuna, bonito cream, daikon, cucumber, ponzu dressing; Orkney scallops, yuzu gel, wasabi, apple & ginger; ½ dozen Scottish langoustine and tarragon emulsion; and Cornish … [Read more...]
New Groups and Events Manager at COMO Hotels and Resorts
COMO Hotels and Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of their new Groups and Events Manager for Metropolitan by COMO London, Alison Craig. Alison, who will be based at the hotel in Mayfair, will be responsible for Metropolitan by COMO, London. Alison brings a wealth of experience to her new role with 11 years at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts being appointed … [Read more...]
Recipe of the Week from Great Italian Chefs by Heinrich Schneider
Beetroot sorbet, lavender mousse and black walnut This glorious sorbet recipe by Heinrich Schneider combines the earthy flavour of beetroot with zingy raspberry, heady lavender and fragrant verbena. Textures, too, are equally well balanced, with smooth sorbet, delicate, creamy mousse and crisp shards of meringue stacked in a colourful mound. While this striking dessert … [Read more...]
Qatar International Food Festival 2016
Doha in Qatar was not a holiday destination for me as far as I can remember, but when an invitation came through via The Guild of Food Writers, I was immediately attracted to this part of the Arabic world. The primary attraction for me was the Healthy Eating Initiative within the 7th edition of Qatar International Food Festival 2016 (#QIFF 2016) which was the brainwave of Her … [Read more...]
Peter Ducker Awarded for Major Contribution to Hospitality
Peter Ducker, the chief executive of the Institute of Hospitality, has been awarded for making a major contribution to the hospitality industry. The Bacchus Alumni Awards ceremony, held to celebrate the professional achievements of graduates of the Oxford School of Hospitality Management, took place on 11 April 2016 at the St Pancras Renaissance Hotel. Ducker was … [Read more...]