More and more hotels are taking on staff with learning disabilities and say they are reaping the rewards of a more diverse workforce. Less than 6% of people with learning disabilities are in paid employment, but this is slowly changing thanks to the likes of chains such as Hilton, Marriott, Travelodge, Premier Inn and Holiday Express. The Down’s Syndrome Association’s … [Read more...]
BaxterStorey hosts HRH The Prince of Wales at University of Cumbria
BaxterStorey played host to The Prince of Wales last week when His Royal Highness, the Patron of the Foundation of Common Land, attended a summit at the University of Cumbria. The conference, set up to encourage cooperation between the cultural farmed landscape and nature conservation in the Lake District, was held in the university’s Ambleside campus and was attended by … [Read more...]
Sodexo supports student entrepreneurs raising mental health awareness among young people
Sodexo Schools and Universities is supporting the next generation of socially-minded leaders as they raise awareness of mental health issues, as part of its platinum partnership with Enactus UK. Students from Enactus teams across the country were asked to come up with social enterprises aimed at supporting students’ mental health as they transition into university, in an … [Read more...]
Fennel risotto with smoked salmon, Sicilian lemon and vodka, by Chef Paul Gayler MBE
Adding vodka to a risotto may sound a little strange for some, but it really adds a wonderful flavour to the rice and compliments the sweet fennel and smoked salmon beautifully. Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 large head of fennel 75g unsalted butter 2tb olive oil 1 onion, peeled, finely chopped 275 g GRAN RISERVA RICE 100ml vodka 1 litre light chicken stock … [Read more...]
Italian Alley opens, five new Italian eateries in one London hub
Italian Alley has now opened, a new dining concept which showcases five different Italian eateries to form a hub, dedicated to providing modern Italian cuisines. Situated behind the recently revitalised Triangle district, Camden Lock Market, Italian Alley occupies five restored railway arches. Each arch represents a different region or hero ingredient of Italy, showcasing … [Read more...]