ASK Italian has just reopened the doors to its flagship Islington restaurant after an extensive refurbishment, marking the half-way point in the journey to ‘transform’ every one of the 110-strong estate. Distinctive new look The 185-cover restaurant – one of the largest sites in the group – now reflects the brand’s distinctive new look, inspired by bold, fresh Milanese … [Read more...]
Top Young Sommeliers announced
Tanguy Martin of Hotel TerraVina took home the coveted Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Young Sommelier of the Year title after a fiercely fought Final earlier this month. Martin was presented with his award at the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Annual Awards’ dinner held last night at The Dorchester Hotel, London and will now represent his country in the International Finals, Copenhagen which … [Read more...]
Ricki Weston wins Young Chef of the Year
Ricki Weston of South Lodge Hotel, London has been crowned winner of the 2014 Chaîne des Rôtisseurs’ Young Chef of the Year last night at the Dorchester Hotel, London. Weston will now continue on to represent Great Britain at the World Finals to be held in Durban, South Africa this September. Weston battled it out against two top contenders, Deepak Mallya, on assignment at … [Read more...]
IHG Introduces New Holiday Inn Express® Prototype Design
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has announced the next evolution of the prototype for its Holiday Inn Express® brand. Developed for the brand’s portfolio of hotels in the U.S. and Canada, the updated prototype design is designed to further position the Holiday Inn Express brand as the “smart” choice for guests and owners. Meeting guests’ changing needs This next … [Read more...]
NACM backs British Cider Championship
The Royal Bath and West of England Society’s “British Cider Championship”, due to be staged for the first time at this year’s show (28-31 May) has won the backing of the National Association of Cider Makers. The Royal Bath and West Show has been staging competitive classes for cider for well over 100 years, most recently as part of its hugely successful “Orchards and Cider” … [Read more...]