The Grand Brighton hosted the inaugural Brighton Chefs’ Table on Thursday 19th October in support of Sussex charity, Rockinghorse, raising an incredible £32,290 for the charity. Over £18,000 was raised alone from the evening’s auction, with diners bidding to win an exclusive dinner party experience, enjoying food cooked and served in their own home by each of the chefs. … [Read more...]
Travelodge Receptionist saves baby’s life in hotel car park
Cool-headed Karen Dyass sprang into action when Heather McSharry’s waters broke outside a Travelodge as the family stopped for a toilet break en route to hospital. Karen and Heather’s husband Matthew teamed up to bring little Michael into the world as paramedics talked them through the delivery from the other end of the line on speakerphone. But as the new-born emerged … [Read more...]
New Hotel Manager takes the helm at The Rivers Hotel
The UK’s first hotel to be run by young people with autism and learning difficulties is now up and running under the supervision of a new manager. Paul Breeze has taken up the mantle of Hotel Manager at The Rivers Hotel, formerly the Rivers Edge Hotel in Gateshead. Following a £2million refurbishment, it is now a fully functioning hotel and facility for young people with … [Read more...]
glh appoints Oliver Kahf as General Manager of Hard Rock Hotel London
glh Hotels today announces the appointment of Oliver Kahf as general manager of the new Hard Rock Hotel London, as the iconic brand prepares to open its doors in the capital in early 2019. Kahf will bring considerable international operations expertise to the Hard Rock Hotel London, having lived and worked in 14 countries on four continents throughout his 33 years in … [Read more...]
Star licensees remain positive about year ahead
Almost two thirds of Star Pubs & Bars licensees, from around the country, attending the company’s annual licensee forum in Amsterdam this month were upbeat about the year ahead. 59% said they felt positive about their own business in the year ahead. With inflation front of mind, when asked what food support they most wanted, licensees said they wanted further help … [Read more...]