Barclaycard data shows that pubs and restaurants have seen a growth in consumer spending throughout January. The first month of 2018 saw restaurant sales increase by 10.5% and pub sales increase by 12.8%. The reports come amid declining confidence in the UK economy which has fallen to 29%. Paul Lockstone, managing director at Barclaycard, said: “While spending on the … [Read more...]
World record holder – The RATIONAL VarioCookingCenter lends a hand
This month the Rational VarioCookingCenter played it’s part in helping to cook up a Guinness World Record. Chefs from Resorts World, Birmingham produced the world’s largest serving of fish and chips, at an event held on Friday 9 February. The sizeable 27.83kg halibut fillet, was sourced and coated in batter by the Resorts World chefs. Attending the event was Kevin Tombs, … [Read more...]
From Mechline with Love
Celebrating 20 years of Dormont gas connectors maintaining the BSI Kitemark Mechline’s Dormont gas connectors are in many cases the preferred choice for operators, installers and engineers. They are loved by many, and, loved by Mechline. We consider the time and dedication in the manufacturing and testing process simply too important and we want to protect it. In … [Read more...]
Sky extends Premier League rights through to 2022
Following the outcome of the recent Premier League auction, from 2019 Sky Sports will offer pubs and clubs more matches than any other broadcaster, with the biggest matches in the best slots and analysis from leading experts in football. With four packs of rights totalling 128 games a season, up from 126 matches currently, the deal will offer Sky Sports pub and club … [Read more...]
Marian Beke has launched Copperhead Gin The Gibson Edition
2018 is the year of spirits innovation for Marian Beke & The Gibson Bar London. Creating brand new spirits based on radically different concepts, Marian launched his first initiative at his bar The Gibson on 12 February. He partners with Copperhead, the ultra-premium gin from Belgium, to create a whole new style of savoury gin. With a hint of spice and umami intensity, it … [Read more...]