Articles by Date : October 01 2009 - October 31 2009

Infozone - the briefing: 30/10/09
New financial intermediary service; and insolvency figures. more
(30 October 2009 20:20)

Moving into management
Those of you blessed with leadership qualities and the ambition to be a manager will find the only way is up in the hospitality industry. Rosalind.... more
(30 October 2009 20:20)

3663 on environmental policies
There are many things companies can do to lessen their impact upon the environment. This month, we look at what our six businesses are doing to help.... more
(30 October 2009 16:18)

First Choice Coffee on sustainability
Chris and Rosie Robinson live by the basic principle that saving the environment means saving money, too, and "micro-manage" their use of everything more
(30 October 2009 16:15)

3663 on sustainability
3663 First for Foodservice has placed sustainability at the heart of its operations since the company was established in 1999. With more than 1,000.... more
(30 October 2009 16:11)

Pizza East, London
Soho House has opened its latest concept, a modern pizzeria situated in the Tea Building on Shoreditch High Street. Open from noon to midnight, the.... more
(30 October 2009 16:03)

The Blues Kitchen, London
This blues bar, restaurant and live music venue is the latest venture from the team behind Paradise by Way of Kensal Green, the Old Queen's Head and.... more
(30 October 2009 15:59)

The Curlew, Bodiam
Housed in a former coaching inn, this restaurant is near Bodiam Castle, East Sussex. The menu, implemented by executive chef Graham Garrett, focuses.... more
(30 October 2009 15:56)

Dining Street restaurant, Heathrow Airport
Contract caterer Delaware North has launched its first restaurant at Heathrow Airport. Located in Terminal 4, the Dining Street restaurant forms part.... more
(30 October 2009 15:28)

Friday Wrap: A round-up of the week's hospitality news
Story of the week: Heston Blumenthal will not face legal action over the food poisoning outbreak at his three-Michelin-starred restaurant the Fat.... more
(30 October 2009 14:54)

Regent Inns' white knight signs licence for Jongleurs comedy clubs
The newly-formed company that rescued 60 former Regent Inns sites from administration last week has signed a licensing agreement allowing it continue.... more
(30 October 2009 13:30)

Rezidor warns of hard times ahead as it posts Q3 losses of £5m
Hotel operator Rezidor has warned that the difficult business climate is likely to continue in the short-term after it posted losses of €6m (£5.35m).... more
(30 October 2009 12:37)

Michel Roux holds exclusive pastry masterclass for Caterersearch
Celebrity chef Michel Roux has demonstrated two of the recipes from his latest book, Pastry, Savoury & Sweet, in an exclusive video masterclass for.... more
(30 October 2009 12:23)

Avant garde Supperclub to open in London next month
Supperclub, the conceptual nightclub and restaurant group infamous for offering in-bed dining and cross-dressing waiters, is to open a venue in.... more
(30 October 2009 11:00)

Show me the Monkey - Cocktail of the Month
While I am inclined to order a classic cocktail when I walk into a prestigious hotel bar, signature drinks can be a great talking point and give the.... more
(30 October 2009 10:44)

Planning ahead for recovery
Kirk Kinsell, InterContinental Hotels Group's president for Europe, Middle East & Africa, explains why smart brands invest despite the slump in.... more
(30 October 2009 10:00)

Bisto Bouillon gives away hampers of soup ingredients, bowls and sparklers
In celebration of Guy Fawkes Night on 5 November, Bisto Bouillon has devised a winter warming recipe for spicy Perky Turkey soup and has 20 hampers.... more
(30 October 2009 10:00)

Chinese restaurant becomes third eaterie at City of London Crowne Plaza
A destination Chinese restaurant has become the third eaterie to open at the Crowne Plaza London – The City. The 80-cover Chinese Cricket Club is.... more
(30 October 2009 09:00)

Recession has made us more efficient, say small firms
The majority of small hotel and catering operators believe the recession has made their business more efficient, research has revealed. In the survey.... more
(30 October 2009 08:00)

Energy savers
Technology can help businesses to manage and improve their energy consumption in order to operate in a more sustainable way. Ross Bentley reports on.... more
(30 October 2009 07:20)

Beer tie row rumbles on
Despite MPs' concerns about the beer tie, the Office of Fair Trading has turned down a complaint from Camra because the tie does not affect.... more
(30 October 2009 07:00)

Elior division wins Hospitality Assured status
Avenance City & Corporate, a UK division of contract caterer Elior, has been awarded Hospitality Assured accreditation by the Institute of.... more
(29 October 2009 15:45)

Leicester Square KFC faces 13 food hygiene charges
Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) is being prosecuted after environmental health inspectors reported finding cockroaches, mice and flies at one of its.... more
(29 October 2009 15:33)

Settling disputes by arbitration
Parties looking to resolve financial disputes without trudging through the courts can opt to have their case heard by an arbitrator instead, explains.... more
(29 October 2009 15:22)

Mark Wright - My Life in Hospitality
Mark Wright is the regional executive chef for the Compass Stadia Division. more
(29 October 2009 15:11)

Menuwatch - The Cheerful Soul
With season three of BBC2 show The Restaurant with Raymond Blanc having kicked off this week, Emma White visits last year's winners, Michelle English.... more
(29 October 2009 15:05)

Aqua - behind the hype
Aqua's arrival in London was eagerly awaited, but reviewers have been less than glowing and have also questioned if its open ostentation is.... more
(29 October 2009 14:51)

Mauro Colagreco - A man of influences
Kiwi and eucalyptus cream or soup of nasturtium: its part of the repertoire from Mauro Colagreco, a protégé of Alain Passard and the late Bernard.... more
(29 October 2009 14:22)

Cepe carpaccio, quinoa and white caviar, by Mauro Colagreco
Mirazur's Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco is making waves on the Côte d'Azur in France. more
(29 October 2009 13:08)

Roasted white asparagus, hazelnut mousseline, absinthe and wild strawberries, by Mauro Colagreco
Mirazur's Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco is making waves on the Côte d'Azur in France. more
(29 October 2009 13:05)

Sea bass, celeriac mousseline, wilted sorrel and smoked sauce, by Mauro Colagreco
Mirazur's Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco is making waves on the Côte d'Azur in France. more
(29 October 2009 13:01)

TUC backs 20p rise in national minimum wage to £6 per hour
The TUC will argue that the national minimum wage (NMW) should be raised by 20p to £6 per hour when it meets the Low Pay Commission on Friday. The.... more
(29 October 2009 12:48)

Video: Michel Roux Pastry Masterclass 
Three-Michelin-star-chef Michel Roux, whose latest book, Pastry, Savoury & Sweet, was published last year, recently demonstrated two of the recipes.... more
(29 October 2009 12:21)

Steve Groves - A Minute on the Clock
Steve Groves is a junior sous chef at D&D London's restaurant Launceston Place. Last week he won the BBC's Masterchef: The Professionals. He spoke to.... more
(29 October 2009 11:55)

Globe Pub Company on the brink of administrative receivership
The Globe Pub Company is on the brink of being placed into administrative receivership, it was reported last night. The group, which was created four.... more
(29 October 2009 10:35)

Government losing millions in beer tax payments despite hikes in duty
The Government received £174m less beer tax in the first nine months of 2009, compared to the same period last year, despite huge hikes in the duty.... more
(29 October 2009 09:52)

Industry veteran Victor Ceserani given honorary doctorate on 90th birthday
Industry veteran Victor Ceserani has been awarded an honorary doctorate at Thames Valley University in recognition of his contribution to education. more
(29 October 2009 09:00)

Hotel revpar falls by 7.7% in the regions
Hotel revenue per available room (revpar) dropped by 4.1% in London and by 7.7% in the provinces in the week ending 10 October 2009, according to.... more
(29 October 2009 08:00)

Coq au vin, by Ginette Mathiot
Ginette Mathiot is the author 'I Know How to Cook' from Phaidon Press. more
(29 October 2009 07:00)

IHG to open Holiday Inn at Manchester’s MediaCityUK complex
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has signed a deal to open a new Holiday Inn hotel at the MediaCityUK development in Manchester. The 218-room.... more
(29 October 2009 07:00)

Wales National Pool Swansea, Provision of catering services
Wales National Pool Swansea invites tenders from suitably qualified and experienced catering contractors who wish to be considered for the management.... more
(29 October 2009 00:00)

Coq au vin, by Ginette Mathiot
Ginette Mathiot is the author I Know How to Cook from Phaidon Press. more
(29 October 2009 00:00)

Victor Ceserani
Victor Ceserani, who celebrated his 90th birthday last week, is the chef, teacher and author who pioneered catering education in the UK during his 30.... more
(28 October 2009 15:20)

Selfridges extends Pierre Koffmann’s pop-up restaurant yet again
Pierre Koffmann’s pop–up restaurant at Selfridges has been extended for the third time, the department store announced today. The former.... more
(28 October 2009 14:33)

Hinchliffe’s regains sausage of the year title
Hinchliffe’s Butchers of Huddersfield has regained the Foodservice Pork Sausage of the Year title which it won back in 2007. more
(28 October 2009 13:09)

Government scotches plans for 17-storey hotel in Edinburgh
Plans for a 17-storey InterContinental hotel in the centre of Edinburgh have been thrown out by the Scottish Government after a public inquiry.... more
(28 October 2009 12:00)

BCF seeks entries for 2010 Chef of the Year competition
The British Culinary Federation (BCF) has called for applications for its 2010 Chef of the Year competition as it revealed the finalists competing.... more
(28 October 2009 11:08)

Former Acorn winner to head up new £20m hotel in York
Former Caterer and Hotelkeeper Acorn winner Andrew Coney has been appointed general manager of a new, £20m hotel in York. The Grand hotel and spa is.... more
(28 October 2009 09:00)

McDonald’s food waste helps power buildings across the UK
McDonald’s is “helping to power homes and buildings across the UK” in a London-based initiative that diverts restaurant waste away from landfill.... more
(28 October 2009 08:00)

‘Optional’ charges are alienating restaurant customers, says report
Local restaurants and chain operators are alienating customers with policies such as automatically adding service charge to the bill and charging for.... more
(28 October 2009 07:00)