Laura Edwards has been appointed General Manager of Meantime Brewing Company following Nick Miller’s decision to step down after five years at the helm, effective from 31 March. Nick Miller said: “After five very exciting and rewarding years, it is now time to broaden my horizons further and hand the baton over to Laura. I will work with her over the next few months to … [Read more...]
Innovation vital as the rate of sales growth slows for UK foodservice, hears Horizons’ Annual Briefing
Having heard from Bank of England agent for London Peter Andrews on the economic outlook for the UK, Horizons’ managing director Peter Backman told the audience that the forecast for the UK’s foodservice market was less confident than it was, with growth likely to end the year at 1.8% compared with last year’s 2%. “There is now some uncertainty in the economy, particularly … [Read more...]
A nation of young foodies: young Britons shun alcohol for eating out, according to new report
Young people aged 19-24 are increasingly shunning alcohol in favour of food. That’s the message of the new Future Shock report, produced by the Association of Licensed Multiple Retailers (ALMR) in partnership with CGA. According to the report, in the last six months fewer than 10% of young people have been out drinking at least three times per week, with 40% only going out … [Read more...]
Hummus Bros announces new outlet
Hummus Bros, the City’s favourite source of lunchtime hummus, is opening today its 6th London site on Eastcheap, a short walk from the Walkie Talkie building. This site was secured in the face of stiff competition and comes soon after their 5th branch that opened close to the Chancery Lane tube station in October 2015. This will be Hummus Bros’ second flagship location in … [Read more...]
Modern Crime Prevention Strategy – BBPA comments
“We will be studying the proposals in detail, but I welcome the overall emphasis on personal responsibility and partnership working. A new round of LAAAs (Local Alcohol Action Areas) is welcome, and we will certainly play our part in making them a success. “Our main area of concern would be around any new powers. We haven’t supported the introduction of Late Night Levies, … [Read more...]