Oddfellows Hotels has announced Elliot Hill as head chef at boutique hotel, Oddfellows, Chester. Elliot returns home to Cheshire from London, where he held the Executive Chef role at The Park Tavern, Wandsworth. He was also previously part of the opening team at Hotel Gotham, Manchester and spent part of his career training in Russia. His training in Russia left Elliot with … [Read more...]
Charity kitchen takeover at the Arora
Well-known chef Frank Coughlan took over the kitchens at the Arora Hotel in Crawley to prepare a four-course banquet in aid of Springboard, the hospitality sector’s charity which helps to nurture young unemployed into work. Crawley Town Mayor Cllr Brian Quinn and his wife Sue were among the guests at Friday night’s charity dinner at the hotel to help Frank, from Horley, … [Read more...]
Omar’s Place: The best of the Mediterranean arrives in Pimlico
Omar’s Place, 13 Cambridge Street, Pimlico is now open! The creation of experienced restaurateur Omar Shabaan, this chic Mediterranean restaurant and bar offers accomplished cooking alongside an exceptional wine list and innovative cocktails. Egyptian born, Omar is part of the family that runs the very well-established Andrea Mariouteya hospitality group in Egypt that has … [Read more...]
BBPA welcomes consultation on low alcohol product labelling
The BBPA has welcomed the Department of Health’s consultation published yesterday, on low alcohol descriptors in the marketing or labelling of alcoholic drinks. This should provide an opportunity to change the rules to help grow the lower strength market and clarify labelling for consumers. The intention of the Department of Health to use guidance on this issue, rather than … [Read more...]
QEII Centre strengthens catering team with key chef appointments
London conference and events venue the QEII Centre has strengthened its in-house catering team, QEII Taste, with the appointment of Sous Chef Leah Hardy. Following the appointment of Jean Michel Viala from The Dorchester as head chef in 2016, and investment into a new chef’s table tasting room last year, QEII Taste has welcomed several new team members to deliver creative … [Read more...]