NPD Group forecasts GB out-of-home foodservice visits will grow 1.6% in 2016 to 11.38 billion and a further 1.2% in 2017 to 11.52 billion. Sales forecasts for 2016 foodservice revised upwards to £53.5 billion (2016) and £54.7 billion (2017). Global information company The NPD Group is forecasting that the British out-of-home (OOH) foodservice market will grow visits by … [Read more...]
Third Steak Of The Art Restaurant Now Open
A third Steak of the Art restaurant has opened in Southampton where diners can enjoy quality steaks while sitting in an artistically inspired environment. Perfect for those looking for pure foodie pleasure, the restaurant, which is located at Admirals Quay, Ocean Village, combines an electric artistic atmosphere with some of the best steaks served anywhere across the south … [Read more...]
The ONE Group appoints chief operating officer to lead expansion across europe, middle east and asia
International hospitality leader, The ONE Group, has appointed Adam Elliott as Chief Operating Officer. In addition to overseeing day-to-day operations in Europe, he will lead the group’s development and ambitious expansion programme across the Middle East and Asia. Elliott joins The ONE Group bringing over 30 years’ experience in the leisure and hospitality sector, working … [Read more...]
ETM Group identified in London Stock Exchange’s ‘1000 Companies to Inspire Britain’
ETM Group has been identified as one of London Stock Exchange’s 1000 Companies to Inspire Britain. The report is a celebration of the UK’s fastest-growing and most dynamic small and medium sized businesses. Brothers Tom and Ed Martin have opened 15 venues since ETM Group formed in 2000 including: the famous Botanist Sloane Square; City gastropub The Jugged Hare, and most … [Read more...]
Conor Toomey appointed Head Chef at Amberley Castle
Brownsword Hotels has appointed Conor Toomey as head chef of Amberley Castle. Starting in his role on 6 March, South African born Conor takes up his new position following 10 years of experience working across the UK, including under Michael Wignall at the two Michelin starred Latymer at Pennyhill Park. Commencing his career in Cape Town in 2002, Conor gained two years’ … [Read more...]