Elior UK and Ivor Peters (the TV chef and spice expert better known as the Urban Rajah) have launched their sizzling new range, Urban Rajah Indian Street Kitchen, in 120 Taylor Shaw secondary schools and colleges across the UK. Only previously available in B&I & universities, the Urban Rajah Indian Street Kitchen range offers a unique blend of nutritious, delicious … [Read more...]
Tim Martin’s Brexit view: Free trade is best for pubs and restaurants
We were delighted earlier today to receive the statement below from the chairman of Wetherspoon, Tim Martin. It has been published as received. Brigid Simmonds, CEO of the BBPA, told the pub trade press on 3 December that “a no deal Brexit should be avoided at all costs.” A deal at all costs has indeed been the approach of Theresa May in her Brexit negotiations. As … [Read more...]
Crest hotels expands with acquisition of Ludlow Hotel
The Feathers Hotel in Ludlow is under new ownership, having been acquired by Crest Hotels for an undisclosed sum. Crest Hotels is a privately owned and managed hotel group and the 17th century, 40-bedroom hotel is the latest addition to the company’s portfolio. Jason Hiley, Group Operations Director at Crest Hotels said: “This is an exciting time for the group and we are … [Read more...]
Restaurant Sat Bains named fourth in world and the UK number one
Nottingham’s Restaurant Sat Bains has been named the fourth best-rated restaurant in the world according to the 2018 Travellers’ Choice awards, announced today by TripAdvisor. As well as finishing up fourth in the world fine dining restaurants rankings, Restaurant Sat Bains tops the UK top ten in this year’s awards, ahead of Adam’s in Birmingham and Raymond Blanc’s Belmond Le … [Read more...]
Preferred Hotels & Resorts announces the most anticipated independent hotel openings of 2019
Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand announces 23 new properties scheduled to launch across the globe in 2019. From what is set to be the hottest new resort in Indonesia and a bohemian gem in Costa Rica to a stately luxury hotel in the American South and a sustainable retreat in Georgia, these new independent hotels offer travellers … [Read more...]