SSP, a leading provider of food and beverage in travel locations worldwide, has chosen Newcastle Airport to unveil Flying Hippo - a unique new family dining concept - as part of the £14 million development programme at the North East’s flight hub. With a focus on local suppliers such as Dropswell Farm and Manners Butchers, Flying Hippo is a fun new diner offering everything … [Read more...]
Mixed trading for wine and spirit sector
The latest WSTA market report reveals a mixed trading period for the wine and spirit sector with volume growth stagnant across the on and off trade, although value growth was largely positive. Sales of wine in shops and supermarkets fell by -3% over the latest 12 months while sales of wine and spirits in pubs, bars and restaurants were flat. The result was a +3% increase … [Read more...]
Double digit growth for BaxterStorey and WSH
BaxterStorey has posted a combined UK turnover of £320m, representing a year-on-year increase of more than 10%, with the creation of 900 new roles in the business. Now in its tenth year, BaxterStorey has seen its turnover in England & Wales increase by £21.6m, from £281.9m in 2012 to £303.5m today. BaxterStorey Scotland grew by a further 19% to £15.8m. This business … [Read more...]
Mondrian London announces arrival of Seamus Mullen and ‘Mr Lyan’
This summer, Morgans Hotel Group will launch Mondrian London, the first ever Mondrian branded boutique hotel outside the USA. It will uniquely reflect the urban feel of the South Bank neighbourhood, with Borough Market, Tate Modern and Southbank Centre on its doorstep. Situated on the banks of The River Thames in the famed Sea Containers building, it has been designed by Design … [Read more...]
Ed’s celebrates Independence Day
With a menu of US classics and retro interiors dedicated to all things Americana, national restaurant group Ed’s Easy Diner are always patriotic when it comes to the 4th July. This year they’re going one step further – turning Independence Day into ‘Independence Month’ with their Star-Spangled Bangers! Available from 1st to 30th July, Ed’s have created a limited edition … [Read more...]