The boom in popularity of dishes such as pulled pork is moving the goalposts for operators when it comes to effective menu planning, buying specialist Lynx Purchasing is warning. Demand flattening out pork pricing peaks and troughs The growing consumer appetite for US-style hot dogs and BBQ dishes such as ribs and pulled pork has largely flattened out the seasonal peaks … [Read more...]
Getting social with Clink Hostel’s new app
Clink Hostels is the world’s first hostel to have created its own social app: Clink Social. What is it? This app is designed to be the perfect accessory for anyone travelling to and around: share London experiences with other Clinkers, build your own travel itineraries, get inside city tips from Clink staff, catch up with new friends once you’ve left. You can … [Read more...]
Middleton Lodge opens The Coach House
A new boutique restaurant and hotel in the grounds of Middleton Lodge in North Yorkshire has officially opened its doors to its first guests, following months of designing and planning. The new venue is nestled in the stunning Georgian estate on the outskirts of Richmond and looks set to be one of the region’s most sought after dining venues. The new boutique restaurant and … [Read more...]
TripAdvisor launches Exceptional Service Awards for Stars of the Hospitality Industry
TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site, is launching its inaugural Exceptional Service Awards, a programme to recognise remarkable hospitality professionals at hotels, restaurants, and attractions across the globe. Service going above and beyond From 6 October through to 24 October 2014, travellers are encouraged to share their experiences and nominate a hospitality … [Read more...]
Small Luxury Hotels launches Private Residences by SLH
Small Luxury Hotels of the World™ (SLH) is responding to the demands of the luxury hotel sector with the launch of Private Residences by SLH; a collection that gives you the ‘best of both worlds’ – the personal service of a small luxury hotel with the private space of your exclusive-use villa, ski chalets, estates and yachts, all handpicked with ten rooms or less and offering … [Read more...]