RBH, formerly Redefine|BDL Hotels, has announced the expansion of its business development team, as it continues to pursue its ambition to become Europe’s leading independent hotel management company. The business has experienced a period of growth thanks to the recent addition of QHotels to its portfolio, among other properties. In a bid to bolster its 70-strong … [Read more...]
Soren Jessen to open Nordic Restaurant in Borough
Danish-born restaurateur Soren Jessen is having a busy year - in August 2018, his popular City stalwart, 1 Lombard Street, will celebrate its 20th anniversary, and in April 2018 he launched Ekte Nordic Kitchen in the new Bloomberg Arcade, also in the City. A third venture - Borealis - will open on 7 August 2018, in Borough, southeast London, in conjunction with Fora, the … [Read more...]
Great Ormond Street Hospital to open state of the art centre for children with hearing and sight loss
Today Great Ormond Street Hospital announces plans for The Sight and Sound Centre, supported by Premier Inn and Restaurants. The centre, due to open in 2020, will be the first dedicated medical facility for children with sight and hearing loss in the UK. Currently patients with conditions that affect their ability to see and hear represent the largest outpatient group at … [Read more...]
Countrywide Hotels announce new appointments
Steven Thorne-Farrar has moved to East Sussex National Resort, as General Manager, having formerly held the position of General Manager at Warbrook House Hotel, Hampshire, both managed by Countrywide Hotels. Before joining the group, Steven previously held positions with Pentahotels, Hotels4You and New Park Manor Hotel & Spa. Following Steven’s move, Tony Tijhuis has … [Read more...]
TUCO Conference 2018 – ‘Yesterday, today, tomorrow’
On 23rd - 25th July The University Caterers Organisation (TUCO) will hold their annual conference at the University of Hull, East Riding, Yorkshire. This year’s theme ‘Yesterday, today, tomorrow’ will bring an eventful few days of first-class knowledge, inspiration and exposure to new product innovation for caterers and foodservice professionals alike. Matt White, Chairman … [Read more...]