Four star chefs, three unique dinners, one stylish setting – Alyn Williams presents CHEFstock 2014 for three Tuesdays in September when he will be joined in the kitchen of his Michelin-starred restaurant at The Westbury by an internationally renowned chef (or chef duo), to create an extraordinary one-night-only dining experience. Creating culinary magic From the UK’s … [Read more...]
People 1st celebrates a decade of success
People 1st, the training and workforce development charity, has celebrated its 10th birthday and announced that it has delivered significant results and improvements across the hospitality industry. The results include helping more than 3,700 people into work in the past 18 months, saving the Government approximately £18.5m and helping the UK reach a world ranking of 9th for … [Read more...]
New Chairman and Finance Director at Drake & Morgan
Drake & Morgan is delighted to announce the appointment of a new non-executive Chairman Tony Campbell (pictured) and Financial Director James Sherrington as the brand looks to further strengthen its estate this year following the £30 million acquisition of the company by private equity firm Bowmark Capital last year. Tony Campbell Tony Campbell is one of the UK’s … [Read more...]
Tragus creditors approve CVAs to secure future of the business
Tragus Group has announced that the Company Voluntary Arrangements (“CVA”) initiated on 4th June 2014 have been approved by the required majority of creditors. There was strong support from landlords, who made up the largest group of unconnected creditors, with over 80% voting in favour of the terms. The CVAs will pave the way for a significant reorganisation of the … [Read more...]
CAMRA seeks Britain’s best-looking pubs
CAMRA, the Campaign for Real Ale, has launched its Pub Design Awards 2014 in a quest to find the most stunningly designed pubs in the UK. The awards, held in association with English Heritage and the Victorian Society, recognise high standards of architecture in the refurbishment and conservation of existing pubs, and the construction of new ones. Best pub interiors and … [Read more...]