On 15 December, Harbour & Jones acquired PCC Ltd, which trades in both the event and business and industry catering fields as Fare of London, the prestigious contract catering and venue management business, and Principals Catering, a prominent education caterer. The deal provides Harbour & Jones with the scale it needs to pursue its ambitious growth plans, whilst … [Read more...]
Hotel, restaurant and cinema plans approved in Ashford
Multi-million pound plans to transform a vacant brownfield site in the heart of Ashford town centre into a boutique cinema, family hotel and restaurants and cafes were approved on 16 December by Ashford Borough Council’s planning committee. The flagship 2.6 hectare (6.42 acre) site, opposite Debenhams, was originally part of the location of the Kent town’s cattle market and … [Read more...]
Orée inaugural bakery to open on Fulham Road
Sloane Stanley Estate has today announced that Orée, a premium French artisan patisserie and boulangerie, is to launch its first UK flagship café. Due to open in March 2016, the 2,949 sq ft space is spread over two floors and marks the beginning of an expansion programme in London. Founded by Laurent d’Orey, Orée stands out for its artisan recipes and the high quality … [Read more...]
Hall & Woodhouse investment in business partnership estate
Dorset based family brewery, Hall & Woodhouse, has completed its largest ever investment programme into its Business Partnership (Tenanted) estate, including the two largest redevelopment projects undertaken by the company. Well invested, quality public houses The company’s strategy for the Business Partnership division is focused around building strong relationships … [Read more...]
Levy Restaurants celebrate a year of success
Levy Restaurants UK, the sports, leisure and hospitality sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland, has concluded a successful 2015 with a combination of new contracts and award wins. Notable client wins include a five-year catering contract to design and manage a wide range of cafes and event spaces at three Imperial War Museum branches; IWM Duxford; Churchill War Rooms; and … [Read more...]