Banyan Tree Phuket is pleased to announce the appointment of Chef Ian John Thomason as its new executive chef. The winner of TV show ‘Iron Chef Thailand’ brings in innovation and culinary expertise to the resort’s dining outlets. Chef Ian graduated from Stafford, England in the UK before embarking his career at the famous Gleneagles Hotel in Scotland before he went on to … [Read more...]
Pink Sands Club, Canouan now open
Mandarin Oriental’s renowned hospitality has arrived in the Caribbean for the first time at Pink Sands Club, Canouan in St. Vincent and The Grenadines. Following the implementation of Mandarin Oriental service standards, systems and processes, as well as several new design and branding elements, the resort will be rebranded as Mandarin Oriental, Canouan in the first quarter … [Read more...]
James McCulloch and Henry Harris celebrate with new pubs opening
WINTER 2017 will see an inspiring collaboration between former Racine chef patron and industry figurehead Henry Harris and James McCulloch, owner of The Harcourt in Marylebone. Henry Harris is excited to return to London’s restaurant scene with three genuinely interesting new pub projects — the re-openings of the Truscott Arms in Maida Vale, the Coach & Horses in … [Read more...]
The Spotted Horse – a thoroughbred Pub
One of Young’s founding pubs, The Spotted Horse is galloping back to Putney high street with a brand new botanical look following an extensive refurbishment. The historic pub, which locals have affectionately named ‘SpoHo’, celebrates just some of the best things in life; expertly crafted cocktails, lazy brunches, indulgent sharing dishes and a rooftop gin bar; this is the new … [Read more...]
Focus Hotels Management welcomes new Finance Director
Stewart Middleton is looking forward to helping shape a new era at Focus Hotels Management after being appointed Finance Director at the leading hospitality company. Stewart, 47, took up the role in July and has a wealth of experience in hospitality finance, previously working for the Principal Hotel Company (formerly the Principal Hayley Group), De Vere Hotels and The Doyle … [Read more...]