Articles by Date : January 01 2009 - January 31 2009

Roux Scholarship: The lure of the stage
Probably the most coveted prize bestowed on winners of the annual Roux Scholarship is the opportunity to undergo a stage at a three-Michelin-starred.... more
(08 January 2009 00:00)

A crucial time to share ideas
Michael Gray, general manager of the Hyatt Regency London - The Churchill and conference chairman of the forthcoming Master Innholders General.... more
(08 January 2009 00:00)

Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa
This resort is located on its own private island, Furanafushi, a short speedboat ride from Malé International Airport. It offers extensive.... more
(08 January 2009 00:00)

Four Seasons Hotel Macao, China
This five-star hotel occupies one of four towers on Macau's Cotai Strip. It offers five dining venues, including its signature restaurant, Zi Yat.... more
(08 January 2009 00:00)

Radisson SAS Resort Trysil, Norway
Rezidor's ski resort in Norway offers access to 65 slopes as well as 100km of cross country tracks and a lit-track for night time ski lovers. It.... more
(08 January 2009 00:00)

The briefing
● Diners plan to eat out less Almost a third of diners expect to eat out less than a year ago, new research by Maritz has found. And the story... more
(08 January 2009 00:00)

Russell Bodycomb becomes head of hospitality at Arsenal FC
Arsenal Football Club has appointed Russell Bodycomb as its new head of hospitality. more
(08 January 2009 00:00)

Barista championship is key training tool for caterers
The UK Barista Championship, the greatest training opportunity of the year for beverage operators, will determine the seven regional finalists during.... more
(07 January 2009 15:07)

German company objects to Tea Box’s teapot logo
A German tea company is attempting to prevent a British caterer from using the logo of an English teapot. more
(07 January 2009 14:47)

New designs to deal with used teabags
Two European tea manufacturers have come up with new ideas to overcome the problem of handling spent teabags, which is a continuing cause of.... more
(07 January 2009 14:37)

McDonald’s launches apprenticeship scheme for staff
Apprenticeships will be made available to all employees at McDonald’s, the fast food giant announced today. more
(07 January 2009 13:30)

Conflicting reports on future of Whittard
There are conflicting reports concerning the future of Whittard, the tea specialist which went into administration just before Christmas. more
(07 January 2009 13:06)

Sodexo sees decline in core business as global slowdown bites
Food and facilities management company Sodexo saw its core business and industry (B&I) operations decline during the first quarter, as the global.... more
(07 January 2009 12:43)

Provision of catering services: House of Commons
The House of Commons wishes to invite expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced companies, in the opportunity to develop, fit.... more
(07 January 2009 12:00)

Domino’s expects 2008 performance to exceed expectations after sales surge
Domino’s is expecting to deliver full year-profits ahead of City expectations after sales continued to soar in 2008. more
(07 January 2009 11:29)

FishWorks shares suspended
Struggling restaurant chain-cum-fishmongers FishWorks has had its shares suspended from the Alternative Investment Market (AIM) pending clarification.... more
(07 January 2009 10:34)

Booker's credit crunch beating pub menu
Booker, the food and drink wholesaler, is helping operators to beat the credit crunch by offering three classic pub meals to sell for just £2.50.... more
(07 January 2009 10:31)

Two Niche Hotels in administration
The managing director of luxury group Niche Hotels has officially confirmed that two of its properties are now in administration, as revealed first.... more
(07 January 2009 09:00)

Chris Staines: A minute on the clock
Chris Staines, head chef at the Michelin-starred Foliage restaurant at the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park in London, was recently appointed by Lufthansa.... more
(07 January 2009 00:00)

Hoxton Hotel founder denies delayed rollout of chain
The founder of boutique London hotel The Hoxton, Sinclair Beecham, has denied that he plans to postpone turning the hotel into a national chain due.... more
(06 January 2009 15:20)

Foodservice bosses predict tougher trading environment in 2009
Two-thirds of operators within the foodservice sector expect the already challenging trading environment to get worse in the next six months,.... more
(06 January 2009 14:18)

Folio Hotels to emerge from administration this week
Folio Hotels has been rescued from administration in a deal that will see the company split into two, with 13 of its properties taken over by Bespoke.... more
(06 January 2009 12:31)

Beverage sector scores highly in Loo of the Year Awards
The beverage section of the hospitality industry has did well 2008’s Loo of the Year awards. more
(06 January 2009 12:05)

Admiral Taverns appoints Peter Brook as managing director
Admiral Taverns has appointed industry veteran Peter Brook as managing director of 400 underperforming pubs as part of a move to split its operation.... more
(06 January 2009 10:48)

Jordan Wine owners to open London restaurant
The owners of one of South Africa’s best known wine estates are set to launch a restaurant in London this year, Caterersearch can reveal. more
(06 January 2009 09:00)

Benugo starts 2009 with two lucrative contract wins
Benugo, the café and deli operator, has started the year with two contract wins estimated to be multi-million pound in total turnover value. more
(06 January 2009 09:00)

F&B sales at Malmaison and Hotel du Vin down in 2008
Food and beverage (F&B) sales at Malmasion and Hotel du Vin fell in 2008 as consumers tightened their belts, owner Marylebone Warwick Balfour (MWB).... more
(05 January 2009 16:36)

Graysons Restaurants wins Financial Ombudsman Service deal
Graysons Restaurants, the contract caterer set up last year with backing from ex-Compass chairman Sir Francis Mackay, has won the deal to cater at.... more
(05 January 2009 16:11)

JD Wetherspoon price cuts come under fire
Pub operator JD Wetherspoon has come under fire after announcing plans to slash prices on a number of drinks, including offering a pint of Greene.... more
(05 January 2009 15:30)

Bombay Brasserie reopens after five month refurbishment
London restaurant Bombay Brasserie reopens today after a five-month refurbishment programme. more
(05 January 2009 14:03)

Caprice Holdings doubles profits in a year
Caprice Holdings, which owns some of London’s best known restaurants, has more than doubled its profit despite the tough economic climate. more
(05 January 2009 12:54)

Anna Hansen’s Modern Pantry impresses
The Guardian’s Matthew Norman visits Anna Hansen’s Modern Pantry, which he describes as “a gem”. more
(05 January 2009 12:20)

What’s on the Menu? 05/01/09
A round-up of the latest restaurant reviews including: Matthew Norman visits The Modern Pantry, London EC1; Terry Durack visits The Harwood Arms,.... more
(05 January 2009 11:50)

Hyatt focusing on the Middle East and other international hotel news
Essential news from around the world, including: Hyatt focusing on the Middle East after outperforming competition; Hilton Hotels signs management.... more
(05 January 2009 11:21)

The Restaurant Group warns over consumer spending
Consumers are still eating out at weekends but are having second thoughts about going to restaurants during the week, the chief executive of The.... more
(05 January 2009 10:44)

Wetherspoon’s 99p pint set to spark price war - For more hospitality stories, see what the weekend papers say
A round-up of the weekend's news affecting the hospitality industry. News includes: Inns fight recession with £1 menus; India Dining restaurant.... more
(05 January 2009 10:21)

2008 year of two halves for hotels
Hotel operators in London experienced a “year of two halves” in 2008, according to a study by consultancy Deloitte. more
(05 January 2009 08:00)

Ramsay Nightmare restaurant Love's Fish closes
Gordon Ramsay has turned around many restaurants since the launch of Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares but even a makeover by the celebrity chef could not.... more
(05 January 2009 07:00)

Flash at the Royal Academy is hottest restaurant in town
Metro visits Flash at the Royal Academy in London and declares it the hottest restaurant ticket in town. more
(02 January 2009 15:46)

Hospitality figures in New Year Honours list
The hospitality and tourism industries were well represented in the New Year Honours list, unveiled this week. more
(02 January 2009 13:19)

JD Wetherspoon cuts meal and drink prices to tempt customers in
JD Wetherspoon is to offer five meals for just £2.99 each, as it seeks to keep cash-strapped consumers spending during the early months of 2009. more
(02 January 2009 12:40)

Folio to be rescued from administration
Folio Hotels has reportedly been rescued from administration in a deal that will see some of its properties taken over by Bespoke Hotels. more
(02 January 2009 11:49)

What's on the menu? A round-up of the latest restaurant reviews
A round-up of the latest restaurant reviews including Richard Vines's best restaurants of 2008 and Metro at Flash at the Royal Academy, London. more
(02 January 2009 11:29)

Artizian adds to management team with arrival of former Avenance sales director
Contract caterer Artizian has recruited Avenance regional sales director Suzy Kitcher as its head of national sales. more
(01 January 2009 08:00)