Jurys Inn Hotel Group, a member of Amaris Hospitality, has announced it will add eight new hotels to its UK portfolio, totalling 36 hotels across the business. Commencing November 2015, the eight hotels, previously part of The Hotel Collection will include; The Oxford Hotel, Godstow Rd, Wolvercote, Oxford (pictured above) The Parc Hotel, Park Place, Cardiff The … [Read more...]
Chinese President drops in to The Plough at Cadsden
Last week, The Plough at Cadsden – just down the road from Chequers, the weekend residence of the Prime Minister - enjoyed the company of two world leaders popping in for a pint and a bite to eat when David Cameron brought Chinese President Xi to sample their fare. And now The Plough is reportedly being visited by lots more Chinese visitors keen to see what their President … [Read more...]
Barburrito wraps up Scottish chain Pinto Mexican Kitchen
Barburrito has acquired, in a private transaction, the chain Pinto Mexican Kitchen. The Pinto Mexican Kitchen group comprises five Pinto restaurants, which are all positioned in high footfall locations in Edinburgh and Glasgow. The operation will initially continue to operate under the Pinto brand and then will be rebranded under the new look Barburrito brand over the next … [Read more...]
Harbour Hotels adds 3, confirms ambitious expansion plans
Harbour Hotels has announced three new acquisitions, with properties now confirmed in Brighton, Bristol and South Sands (Salcombe). The Group’s ambitious expansion plans will now introduce the brand into some of the UK’s most desirable and vibrant cities, confirming its position as one of the most exciting luxury hotel Groups. Brighton The Group can now announce the … [Read more...]
Chef to Mick Jagger, Jerry Hall, Tony and Cherie Blair to judge Open Kitchen Live
Mridula Baljekar's book Great Indian Feasts was voted the Best Asian Cookbook in the world at the Gourmand World Media, billed as the ‘Oscars’ for the culinary publication and media industry. Mridula also cooks for Mick Jagger, Jerry Hall and Tony and Cherie Blair and many more well-known 'foodies' providing culinary excellence in their homes. As well as travelling the world … [Read more...]