Neil Braude has been appointed General Manager of the 4* Holiday Inn London Bloomsbury Hotel. Responsible for the management of the 316-bedroom hotel, Neil joins the team with 19 years of experience in hotel operations, yield and revenue management across flagship and independent hotels in South Africa and Central London. With a strong vision to drive the business … [Read more...]
A World of ‘Pure Imagination’ at Six by Nico restaurants
Wanted edible wallpaper and to swim in a chocolate river as a kid? Of course you did! Gene Wilder as the quirky candy man, Willy Wonka, captured the imagination of generations. Now, Six by Nico restaurants will do the very same by bringing childhood confectionery dreams to life in a culinary feast that will even impress Veruca Salt. As a nod to Wilder’s memorable … [Read more...]
Bella Italia builds on positive year with new menu launch
Bella Italia, the leading Italian-style family restaurant, looks set to build on a strong start to the year which has seen good sales and cover growth, with the launch of a new menu inspired by classic Italian favourites and the rise in popularity of vegetarianism and veganism. The menu, which has been developed by Bella Italia’s executive chef, Vittorio Lettieri, features … [Read more...]
Bartlett Mitchell announces sustainabilty milestone in ‘Fruitful World’ report
Bartlett Mitchell, one of the UK’s leading independent caterers, has prevented more than 500,000 coffee cups going to landfill, according to new figures announced in the company’s annual CSER report. By implementing a policy banning team members from using disposable cups, the company was also able to save 370 metric tonnes of CO2. This year, Bartlett Mitchell was the … [Read more...]
Brakspear set to reopen Cotswolds pub after major redevelopment
Pub operator and brewer Brakspear is set to open the Frogmill near Cheltenham in July, following a major redevelopment that represents the biggest project in the company’s 240-year history. Brakspear purchased the Frogmill, in Shipton Oliffe, near Andoversford, in early 2016, since when it has been closed while plans were developed for the refurbishment now underway. When … [Read more...]