The Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA) is set to launch a new training programme to increase knowledge and change behaviour across the hospitality industry. The Continuing Professional Development (CPD) accredited SRA Sustainability Training will help improve sustainability practice across the food service sector – as the two million strong workforce becomes better … [Read more...]
Alcohol consumption per head down again in 2014
New figures show that the amount Britons drink has fallen yet again, by 0.3 per cent in 2014 - for the eighth year in the past ten. But, in a startling turn around, Britain’s beer drinkers have overturned a long-term trend, with beer increasing sales and recapturing market share, extending its lead as the nation’s favourite tipple. The news is certain to increase calls for a … [Read more...]
Gordon Ramsay Group to open restaurant in Macau
Gordon Ramsay Group, in partnership with Sands China is to open its first restaurant in Sands Cotai Central, Macau. Sands Cotai Central is part of the integrated resort city of Sands Resorts Cotai Strip Macau. The restaurant by Gordon Ramsay Group will join a number of other establishments including the Golden Peacock, Zi Yat Heen, Dynasty and Copa Steakhouse. Gordon … [Read more...]
UK Barista Championships results
The Finals of the UK Barista Championships were held and decided last week at ScotHot in Glasgow, with Maxwell Colonna- Dashwood emerging the Champion. The Challenge During the Barista Championship, contestants got 15 minutes to set up their work area and then 15 minutes to make 4 espresso, 4 cappuccino and finally 4 espresso based non alcoholic speciality drinks. The … [Read more...]
63 Food and Drink companies to Inspire Britain
1000 Companies to Inspire Britain 2015 is a celebration of some of the fastest-growing and most dynamic small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK. As well as identifying 1,000 companies, the report examines in detail the opportunities and challenges facing SMEs and looks at the sectors and trends that will shape the future of the UK economy. This year, there are 63 … [Read more...]