Mitchells & Butlers will open the first of its two debut All Bar One airport sites on Wednesday 9 April. The two new bars are planned for Birmingham Airport, located both airside and landside, and come hot on the heels of the recent transport hub opening at London’s Euston station, taking the company to almost 50 sites nationwide. All Bar One Airside The 160 seater All … [Read more...]
Prezzo: good results and more openings in 2014
Prezzo has released Preliminary results for the 52 weeks ended 29 December 2013, with Michael Carlton, Chairman reporting steady progress and strong results, and anticipating 25 to 30 new openings this year. Highlights Revenue up 15% to £166.5 million (2012 - £144.5 million) Adjusted* EBITDA up 13% to £28.9 million (2012 - £25.5 million) Adjusted* pre-tax … [Read more...]
Verdi: the new Italian Restaurant for the Royal Albert Hall
Following a £1-million refurbishment, the Royal Albert Hall will unveil an exciting new restaurant on 15 April: Verdi, an Italian Kitchen at the Royal Albert Hall which replaces the former Café Consort, will be the iconic venue’s sixth dining venue. Providing 224 covers, Verdi will be open to the general public for lunch and dinner, from Tuesday to Sunday, as well as for … [Read more...]
Costa Express revolutionises self-serve coffee with launch of Marlow
Costa Express has launched Marlow, a groundbreaking innovation which it states is set to transform the vending industry and the way in which customers consume their favourite Costa coffee. Marlow is the first of its kind and will revolutionise the self-serve experience, combining the ultimate in convenience with quality coffee and all the quintessential elements that … [Read more...]
Stuart Lawson appointed Group CEO at CH&Co
Independent catering group CH&Co has appointed Stuart Lawson as Group Chief Executive Officer, reporting to Chairman Tim Jones. This strategic move will enable Tim to dedicate more time to existing senior client relationships, develop future corporate strategies, and seek new areas for business development, while adding Stuart’s considerable executive experience in the … [Read more...]