Dorchester Collection has announced two executive appointments. John Scanlon (above) has been promoted to general manager of 45 Park Lane, the contemporary Mayfair hotel in London; Christophe Hilty has been promoted to general manager of Le Richemond, the company’s landmark hotel in Geneva. Christopher Cowdray, chief executive officer of Dorchester Collection says: “I am … [Read more...]
L’Escargot hosts Chefs of Tomorrow
On 18 May, L’Escargot restaurant in Soho hosted the fourth in the series of Chefs of Tomorrow events, a personal project by Dan Doherty, Duck & Waffle’s executive chef. The initiative consists of a series of dinners hosted at pioneering British restaurants that aim to create fun, intimate dinners in an environment that allows young chefs to grow and develop as well as … [Read more...]
K West Hotel appoints 25 Year Old Female as Head Chef
London’s K West Hotel is proud to have one of the country’s youngest female Head Chefs, after appointing 25 year old rising culinary star Rhiannon Ball. Rhiannon will be taking the helm of the newly re-launched Studio Bar & Kitchen at K West, in charge of a team of 8 male chefs. Inspired by her father’s occupation as a Chef, she began a college education in catering when … [Read more...]
Travelodge opens first branded hotel in Llandudno Town Centre
Travelodge has opened its first hotel in Llandudno and second hotel in Conwy. Llandudno Travelodge represents an investment of £5 million and has created 15 jobs within the local community. Llandudno Travelodge, an 82-room property has been opened on the site of the former Clarence House hotel on Gloddeath Street. The hotel is part of a mixed-use development programme which … [Read more...]
Xavier Rousset leaves Texture and 28°-50°
Texture and 28°-50° Restaurant Group has announced that Xavier Rousset, Director/Co-Founder, has decided to leave the company with immediate effect. As a result the Board of Directors has appointed a new Director of Operations and a further announcement will be made in due course. Agnar Sverrisson Director / Co-Founder, said: “Xavier has made a huge contribution to the … [Read more...]