An excited crowd of nearly 300 ‘freefrom’ enthusiasts gathered at the Royal College of Physicians in Regents Park last night to watch Antony Worrall Thompson award ‘Marble Mo’, the Oscar of freefrom food, to Laura McGowan and Nick Voakes of Voakes Free From for their Traditional Raised Pork Pie. 'A perfect pork pie! I just do not believe that it is both gluten free and dairy … [Read more...]
B&B Association brands Booking.com a bully
The UK B&B Association has branded booking.com a ‘bully’ following a settlement this week between the booking site and French, Italian and Swedish authorities in co-ordination with the European Union that allows the site to avoid the prospect of open competition over hotel prices in Europe. The agreement means hotel and B&B owners can be prevented by Booking.com from … [Read more...]
NAPA encourages care homes to put their best food forward
The National Activity Providers Association (NAPA) is teaming up with Unilever Food Solutions (UFS) to inspire care homes across the UK and Ireland to get involved in its ‘new for 2015’ Fine Dining Experience Challenge. The new challenge launches this year as part of the annual NAPA awards. By creating unique and memorable dining experiences, care homes have a chance of … [Read more...]
The new ibis flagship hotel in Lille, France
Ibis is opening a new franchised hotel in Lille, France - the ibis Lille Centre Grand Palais is the first to showcase every new concept that this brand is introducing. The hallmarks include the wide open areas, designer features and comfort-enhancing amenities to welcome business travelers and tourists keen on exploring this city. The ibis Lille Centre Grand Palais is a … [Read more...]
Hasham Soliman appointed GM of the InterContinental London – The O2
Arora Hotels, management and hotel operator of the forthcoming InterContinental London - The O2, has appointed Hasham Soliman as General Manager of the new 453-room luxury new hotel. With 25 years’ experience in the hotel and hospitality industry, Soliman joins Arora Hotel’s latest and largest new hotel development from his role as Hotel Manager at Park Plaza Westminster … [Read more...]