Conrad London St. James has announced the appointment of Michael Riordan as Executive Chef. With 26 years of expertise in international luxury hotel cookery, Riordan brings strong leadership and influential character to the position. His progressive background in F&B and direct, innovative leadership skills have been acknowledged by awards such as the Marriott International … [Read more...]
Edwina Lilley Charitable Trust partners Alder Hey Children’s Hospital
The Edwina Lilley Charitable Trust has identified its very first project – becoming food technology partner at the brand new Alder Hey Children’s Hospital in Liverpool, leading the development of a ground-breaking approach to food creation, preparation and delivery. Seven state-of-the-art kitchens Alder Hey, the world-renowned children’s hospital, which cares for over … [Read more...]
Business deflation helps hike hotel figures
As UK business costs entered deflation for the first time since 2009, hotels were among a number of businesses that have benefited from increased consumer confidence in February, according to preliminary figures released today by business advisory and accountancy firm, BDO LLP. Falling business costs and increased wage growth for consumers allowed for a more care-free … [Read more...]
The Lodge Hotel expands in Putney
Over the past 40 years, The Lodge, London, has grown from a 9-bedroom guesthouse to encompass 77 guest rooms, complete with a delectable restaurant - Hide & Seed, quintessential library, gym and numerous spaces for eating, drinking, meetings and events. This July 2015, The Lodge Hotel enters its next chapter, with the launch of 25 new guest rooms, and a brand new 1800 sq … [Read more...]
PizzaExpress launches £10k nationwide search for a new pizza
For only the second time in its 50 year history, PizzaExpress is giving budding chefs the chance to create their own pizza. The winning creation will appear on the menu at over 440 PizzaExpress restaurants across the UK later this year. The winner will receive £10,000 and a holiday.* Entries open on 24 March. Choose from 250 ingredients With over 250 ingredients to … [Read more...]