Leading professional Organisation for in house caterers, The University Caterers Organisation (TUCO) were celebrating last night, after watching its Chair take home the prestigious Public Sector Caterer of the Year Award at the Cateys, in London. Contribution to the Cost Sector Catering Industry Amidst an air of anticipation Julie Barker, also Director of Accommodation … [Read more...]
The Ledbury tops London’s Ultimate Restaurant Top 10
The Ledbury, the 2 Michelin star, Notting Hill restaurant is not short of awards, but it’s just added yet another trophy – topping the All in One Ultimate Restaurant List for the fourth time in succession. When presented with the award, head chef Brett Graham hinted at the keys to The Ledbury's success: “We constantly focus on the customer and push to improve in all areas.” … [Read more...]
The Idle Rocks appoints Guy Owen as Head Chef
David and Karen Richards, owners of top luxury British retreat The Idle Rocks, have appointed Guy Owen as Head Chef, effective 7th July 2015. Guy will introduce a menu championing Cornish food, working with local fishermen, greengrocers and sourcing the best meat from the West Country. By taking advantage of the local waters, Guy will showcase not only the fish and shellfish … [Read more...]
Meantime’s Alastair Hook named UK Brewer of the Year
Meantime Brewing Company’s founder and Master Brewer Alastair Hook has been named ‘Brewer of the Year’ by the All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group. The announcement was made at the Beer Group’s Annual Awards Dinner held at One Great George Street in Westminster and attended by MPs, Peers and leading lights of the UK brewing fraternity. True pioneer As the founder of Meantime … [Read more...]
Staycity targets Europe for healthy business mix
The UK, France, Germany, Spain, Italy and the Nordics are target areas for expansion for leading aparthotel operator Staycity, which will operate over 2,000 apartments by the end of 2016. Speaking at the Serviced Apartment Summit in London, Staycity chief executive Tom Walsh said that many of the key European cities offered a healthy mix of business and leisure guests. This, … [Read more...]