The AA is delighted to announce that TV presenter, radio personality and journalist, Claudia Winkleman will be the host of the 21st annual AA Hospitality Awards on Monday 24th September 2018, at Grosvenor House in London. Recognising and rewarding the excellence of hotels, restaurants and their respective teams across the UK, the AA Hospitality Awards is one of the … [Read more...]
Epic Bike Ride props up Bristol Charity
A team of hospitality and health club experts all linked to the South West’s leading four-star hotel, health club and spa completed a gruelling 560 km bike ride to raise money for PROPS - a Bristol charity which provides a range of services, opportunities and support for those with learning difficulties. Billed as ‘A2B’, the ride saw a 46-strong peloton peddle its way across … [Read more...]
Final three named by Gastronomes
The Réunion des Gastronomes has announced the three finalists for its annual President's Award: two from hotels and one from a restaurant. They are (l-r below) Andras Lakesi, Food & Drink Manager at the recently opened The Principal London, Kierran McLoughlin Ground Floor General Manager, at again recently opened Hide, Piccadilly and Jatin Parmar, who is Old Hall F&B … [Read more...]
Star Pubs & Bars puts ‘free-from’ on the menu
Star Pubs & Bars is launching a ’free-from’ menu for licensees to help them cater for increased customer demand. The menu features sixteen dishes and includes meat-free, dairy-free, gluten-free and vegan options for starters, mains and desserts. Mark Teed, Star Pubs & Bars Head of Food says: “Putting together a ‘free-from’ menu is daunting for many licensees. We … [Read more...]
Wilson Vale wins first London school
Wilson Vale has gained a one-year catering contract worth £250K in annual turnover with Herne Hill School, the UK’s largest standalone independent pre-school and pre-prep school for 2–7 year olds (Kindergarten to Year 2). Tucked away behind St. Paul’s Church on Herne Hill, the school is well known within South London for its ethos of care and excellence. A team of five … [Read more...]