On the eve of World Water Day, Marriott International announced that global water intensity in its worldwide managed hotels decreased in 2014 by 5.3 percent over 2013, and 16.3 percent compared to 2007. 20% water and energy conservation targets for 2020 Marriott is committed to working with its properties to identify projects and procedures to aid in water conservation. … [Read more...]
SIBA Supreme Champions unveiled at BeerX
The Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) unveiled three Supreme Champions and 60 medal winners in its National Beer Competition 2015, announced at its BeerX celebration of British beer in Sheffield. Top honours and the Supreme Champion titles went to: Brass Castle Brewery of Malton, Yorkshire for Burnout in the National Cask Beer Competition; St Austell Brewery for Big Job … [Read more...]
Daily Telegraph letter against EU Allergy law: some answers
Recent days have seen a furore created by the letter in the Daily Telegraph sent by over 100 top chefs, restaurateurs and others from the foodservice industry condemning the introduction of new EU rules that force all catering outlets to identify dishes that contain specific allergens. Other newspapers were happy to join the debate, sometimes perpetuating factual errors, and … [Read more...]
Bistrò By Shot launches summer iced coffee bar
Newly opened restaurant, Bistrò By Shot in conjunction with sister café Shot Espresso, will be launching the perfect summer refreshment - a dedicated iced coffee bar. Serving a selection of creative coffee cocktails, where better to cool down on a hot summers day? The iced coffee bar will offer customers a chance to try out Bistrò’s very own special single, double and for … [Read more...]
Jamie Oliver to work with Hilton
Hilton Worldwide has confirmed that Jamie Oliver – specifically Jamie’s Italian – is to work with Hilton Worldwide for the first time. A Hilton Worldwide spokesperson said: “We are delighted to confirm our partnership with the Jamie Oliver Restaurant Group and the opening of Jamie’s Italian at Hilton London Tower Bridge, which is the first Jamie’s Italian to open in a … [Read more...]