The Innovation Group, the innovation and futurism unit of J. Walter Thompson Intelligence, reveals the future of food and drink in its latest trend report. As the pace of innovation in food and drink accelerates—driven by digital media, advances in technology and a newly politicised awareness of food among consumers—the report offers a snapshot of today’s innovations and what … [Read more...]
Meantime Brewing marks 10,000th visitor on brewery tours in 2015
Meantime Brewing Company is marking a major milestone in welcoming its 10,000th guest on a tour of the state-of-the-art brewery in Greenwich. Since unveiling the Tasting Rooms in December 2014, visitor numbers to the brewer’s flagship site on Blackwall Lane have soared, surpassing projected targets in just eight months and well up on last year. Growing popularity of craft … [Read more...]
Travelodge opens 32nd Yorkshire hotel – plans 13 more
At the official opening of its second hotel in Harrogate, Travelodge, the UK’s biggest independent hotel chain announced expansion plans to boost its portfolio of 32 hotels in Yorkshire with a further 13 new properties. This expansion programme of 13 new hotels represents an investment of £8 million and will create 300 new jobs across Yorkshire. Locations for the new sites … [Read more...]
Martell celebrates 300 years of craftsmanship
Martell, the oldest of the grand Cognac Houses, is celebrating its 300th anniversary with an agenda of exceptional events, from a spectacular party at the Château de Versailles to local celebrations. To celebrate its 300th anniversary, it was essential for the Martell House to celebrate its origins in Cognac, and in particular in the Château de Chanteloup, which has been … [Read more...]
AA announces shortlists for four AA Hospitality Awards
With just over four weeks until the AA Hospitality Awards, the finalists for four of the categories have been announced by the AA. The shortlists are for AA Food Service Award, AA Housekeeper of the Year Award, AA Eco Hotel of the Year and the AA Spirit Award. AA Food Service Award Now in its third year, the AA Food Service Award recognises establishments who not only … [Read more...]