The Chestnut Group has today announced that it has added The Westleton Crown and The Ship at Dunwich to its family of country, and now coastal inns. The Chestnut Group was set up in 2012 and is the vision of Suffolk born and bred Philip Turner, who left his career in the City to champion hospitality in East Anglia. Turner said, “It’s long been our view that the region is … [Read more...]
It’s all about afternoon tea(m) building say Café Rouge
As afternoon tea sales soar in its City Centre sites, Café Rouge has teamed up with former head-hunter and time management expert Zena Everett to reveal why afternoon tea is increasingly becoming the ultimate tea(m) building and networking occasion for busy professionals. Selling an afternoon tea package ever minute between 3 and 5pm in City Centre sites including London … [Read more...]
The Finished Face of the Farncombe Estate… for now!
The much-loved Farncombe Estate is a bucolic playground of patchwork green fields and rambling woodland overlooking the picturesque Cotswolds village of Broadway, home to the award-winning Dormy House, Foxhill Manor and The Fish Hotel. This month, the introduction of five luxury Hideaway Huts at The Fish is the final component in a series of extensive renovation projects. … [Read more...]
Niklas Ekstedt to join Helena Puolakka for next Aster Chef Series Dinner
On Monday 3rd September, Executive Chef of Aster, Helena Puolakka, will welcome Sweden’s Niklas Ekstedt in a celebration of the best Scandinavian culinary talent. This very special night will be the fourth in the series of evenings showcasing remarkable chefs 'in conversation' with Richard Vines, Bloomberg’s chief food critic, whilst a four-course menu of dishes from Niklas's … [Read more...]
Mercure Southampton Centre Dolphin Hotel Appoints New General Manager
The Mercure Southampton Centre Dolphin hotel has appointed Dan Wilson as its new general manager. Hailing from Southampton, Dan joins the hotel with over 12 years of experience in the hospitality industry. He started his career aged 15 years with work experience for two weeks in a local hotel. This was his light-bulb moment, and from here he decided that his future lay in … [Read more...]