Twenty Brakspear pubs have signed up to take part in the company’s second annual Jazz & Blues Festival, running next month. Each participating pub will host at least one jazz or blues performance during the Festival, taking place from 7-16 November. With more than 30 gigs in total, the Festival will showcase a diverse range of music from trad jazz and R&B covers to … [Read more...]
Bringing industrial feel to a modern Manchester bar
The bar area, as the central hub, was designed to completely define the space. Kevin Lomax, owner of bespoke furniture designers Lomax Interiors (see link below), was commissioned to create a handmade solution using the most humble of reclaimed materials. Using the simplest of surplus materials, Kevin designed and manufactured a bar which would combine sustainability with … [Read more...]
3 for Ampersand
Ampersand Events has recruited three new senior personnel as it plans to accommodate growth in 2015. The three roles effectively take clients on a cradle-to-grave journey: from making the initial booking; to then overseeing event planning; and finally delivery ‘on the day’ itself. Jamie Cairns is the new Executive Chef; Toks Akande joins as Head of Operations & … [Read more...]
Liverpool’s Giant Spectacular generates £46m for city
In an independent study commissioned this week by Liverpool City Council, it was revealed that the Memories of August 1914 showcase in July of this year played an important role in the city’s calendar - as well as helping to create business for a host of Liverpool tourism attractions including Liverpool One, the Albert Dock and the Museum of Liverpool. Members of the … [Read more...]
Dining with a difference at The Kensington Quarter, Hotel Indigo
Hospitality brand the Quarter Group is joining forces with IHG to launch The Kensington Quarter, an innovative new café, bar, restaurant and deli at the four star boutique Hotel Indigo London Kensington Earl’s Court. Opening on 1 November, The Kensington Quarter will present an exciting all-day dining option for locals and hotel guests alike, and follows in the successful … [Read more...]