UKHospitality has reiterated its message that a tourist tax in Edinburgh, or any part of the UK, could be disastrous for hotels and the hospitality sector, the UK’s 3rd largest private sector employer. The assertion follows comments by City of Edinburgh Council leader Adam McVey’s announcement on Twitter that a tax would be introduced in the city “in the next 12 … [Read more...]
Grand Central welcomes regional debut for Thai Express
Hammerson has announced that global quick-service restaurant, Thai Express, has opened its first regional restaurant at Grand Central, part of the Bullring Estate in Birmingham, The new restaurant features a street-food style open kitchen with two wok stations to cater for customers dining-in as well as those that wish to takeaway. The interior design draws inspiration from … [Read more...]
Abokado reinvigorates menu for summer
London’s leading healthy eating chain Abokado have announced the launch of its new Summer menu, which includes nine new and refreshed salads and a new range of cold-pressed juices. The company’s new menu has been carefully crafted by Abokado’s chef, using fresh, nutrient-dense ingredients to suit vegans, vegetarians, pescatarians, flexitarians and those who would like … [Read more...]
Searcys at the Gherkin opens to the public
The Gherkin was the building that first changed the landscape of the new London skyline. And now it is reasserting its architectural worth as well as its culinary credibility in the face of its new sky-high neighbours. On levels 39 and 40 of London’s iconic Norman Foster-designed building, Searcys at the Gherkin relaunches with a reimagined dining and bar concept – Helix and … [Read more...]
New Operations Director for Drake & Morgan
Drake & Morgan, which currently operates 23 bars and restaurants in London, Manchester and Edinburgh, announces the appointment of Graham Hall as its new Director of Operations. Graham started his career at Living Ventures and brings with him 15 years of hospitality experience. He joins Drake & Morgan from Ennismore Restaurant Holdings (The Hoxton, Gleneagles Hotels … [Read more...]