Acclaimed British Chef, Theo Randall is set to open a new ‘casual dining’ restaurant in Kensington, London. Theo’s Simple Italian at Hotel Indigo London Kensington – Earl’s Court opens on 14th March, with Head Chef William Leoni at the helm. Inspiring diners to recreate the simple Italian food they love at home, the restaurant also features an Italian deli selling seasonal … [Read more...]
Gleneagles Chef Andrew Fairlie helps 5th Scottish Tourism Careers Festival 2016
The Springboard Charity launches its 5th Scottish Tourism Careers Festival this month (1st – 31st March) where 1500 ambassadors from over 100 businesses will be promoting work in the tourism, hospitality and leisure sectors, supported by the two-Michelin-starred Chef at Gleneagles, Andrew Fairlie. The charity, which promotes careers in the Hospitality, Leisure and Tourism … [Read more...]
Lloyd Walker wins Sodexo Chef of the Year
Executive head chef Lloyd Walker won the grand finale of Sodexo Chef of the Year 2016 at Hotelympia in the ExCeL Centre on Tuesday (1 March). Lloyd won gold best in class after a competitive 90-minute cook off against nine other top chefs from across Sodexo UK & Ireland’s business. Sodexo Chef of the Year judge Raymond Blanc OBE presented Lloyd with the first prize, … [Read more...]
Delifonseca dockside offers ‘full house’ of Fairtrade products
Delifonseca is challenging the North West to shop responsibly to mark the start of Divine Chocolate Fairtrade Fortnight. Located on Brunswick Way, the popular food hall will encourage its customers to take part in a bingo style scheme, which entices shoppers to purchase Fairtrade products in a bid to be in with a chance to win a selection of tasty prizes. Fairtrade … [Read more...]
The Beaufort Bar Appoints New Head Bartender
The Beaufort Bar at The Savoy is delighted to announce the appointment of new head bartender Kyle Wilkinson. Beginning his appointment on 1st March 2016, Wilkinson will be taking the helm from previous Head Bartender Chris Moore. Having honed his skills at the likes of Brass Monkey and Pollen Street Social, most recently Wilkinson has been Bar Manager at The Blind Pig in … [Read more...]