Articles by Date : March 01 2007 - March 31 2007

Spirit Group launches management learning centre
The Spirit Group, the managed division of Punch Taverns, has launched a new learning and development centre, designed to boost the group’s managerial.... more
(02 March 2007 10:00)

JD Wetherspoon reports 20% rise in profits
UK pub operator JD Wetherspoon reported a 20% increase in pre-tax profit for the first half of its financial year driven by strong sales of coffees.... more
(02 March 2007 09:29)

Gourmet Holdings puts Bel and the Dragon up for sale
Bel And The Dragon, the pub-restaurant business, has been put back on the market after exclusive sale talks with gastropub group Cross Oak Inns.... more
(01 March 2007 16:57)

Tottenham Hotspur FC snubs Marriott West India Quay hotel
Tottenham Hotspur Football Club has confirmed the team will not be staying at the Marriott West India Quay hotel before this weekend’s match with.... more
(01 March 2007 15:30)

Pamela Fowlis becomes first female chef to win Knorr Scottish Chef of the Year
Pamela Fowlis, chef lecturer at Adam Smith College in Fife, has become the first female chef to be crowned Knorr Scottish chef of the Year 2007. more
(01 March 2007 15:01)

Luminar appoints The Restaurant Group man
Nightclub operator Luminar has appointed The Restaurant Group’s John Jackson, 60, as a non-executive director. more
(01 March 2007 12:50)

London revpar rises by nearly 12%
London hotels boosted revenue per available room (revpar) by 7.8% in the week ending 25 February, according to figures from hotel benchmarking.... more
(01 March 2007 12:20)

The Bench: London weekly hotel performance to 25 February, 2007
London hotels boosted revenue per available room (revpar) by 7.8% in the week ending 25 February, according to figures from hotel benchmarking.... more
(01 March 2007 11:46)

The Bench: West Midland hotel performance in December 2006
Hotels in the West Midlands boosted revenue per available room (revpar) by 6.6% during the month of December 2006. more
(01 March 2007 11:43)

Rod Taylor to head hosptality and tourism at Europe Arab Bank
Hotel banking expert, Rod Taylor, has joined Europe Arab Bank (EAB) as its head of hospitality and tourism. more
(01 March 2007 11:30)

Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire names new general manager
Colin Clark has become the new general manager at Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire. more
(01 March 2007 10:59)

Industry leaders criticise level of gambling licence fees
Industry leaders have expressed disappointment at the high level of gambling licence fees set by the Government. more
(01 March 2007 10:24)

Ultimate Leisure shareholders approve new share scheme
Shareholders in Ultimate Leisure have approved a new share scheme that will help provide the bar and club operator with up to £75m to spend on.... more
(01 March 2007 09:53)

Conran Restaurants starts a new life as D&D London
Conran Restaurants is to change its name to D&D London following the recent buyout from Conran Holdings, Caterer can reveal. more
(01 March 2007 09:00)

Colleges hit out at Learning and Skills Council as decision on VRQs is delayed
Catering colleges have attacked the Learning and Skills Council (LSC) for failing to commit to funding City & Guilds' new professional cookery.... more
(01 March 2007 08:30)

Ma Potter founder sees a future in Coal
Ma Potter's founder John Gater plans to extend the fledgling Coal brand into a chain after selling his 16-strong restaurant group to Café Rouge owner.... more
(01 March 2007 08:00)

Obesity harassment
Can staff teasing an employee about their weight amount to harassment and lead to a constructive dismissal claim? Louise Brenlund explains the law more
(01 March 2007 00:00)

With TripAdvisor now publishing public videos, how can I prevent guests posting their videos of my hotel?
Travel review website TripAdvisor is now letting the public publish videos of their visits. I have nothing to hide, but amateur films look so.... more
(01 March 2007 00:00)

Fairtrade forum
With Fairtrade Fortnight now in full swing, Caterer, supported by Cafédirect, brought together a group of leading caterers to discuss the use of such.... more
(01 March 2007 00:00)

Mike Sunley, managing director at Lexington Catering
When Lexington Catering catered for the opening of Cancer Research's Cambridge Research Institute in the presence of the Queen last month, the meal.... more
(01 March 2007 00:00)

Mondrian Scottsdale, Arizona
With interiors inspired by the Garden of Eden, this latest addition to Morgans Hotel Group's portfolio of luxury hotels is a self-contained urban.... more
(01 March 2007 00:00)

Personality counts at Harbour & Jones
Upmarket caterer Harbour & Jones places great importance on training its staff in food knowledge and professional techniques, but, when recruiting,.... more
(01 March 2007 00:00)

Nathan Outlaw, Fowey, Cornwall
Followers of Nathan Outlaw's career look set to seek out the Michelin-starred chef in his new abode in Fowey, Cornwall, where his menu is big on.... more
(01 March 2007 00:00)

Young nettles, San Marzano tomatoes, wild trout
Ingredients in season... more
(01 March 2007 00:00)

Taillevent restaurant downgraded by Michelin
Famous Parisian restaurant Taillevent, which has held three Michelin stars for 34 years, lost one in the 2007 edition of Michelin's France guide. more
(01 March 2007 00:00)

Union anger at Kingston upon Hull school meal cuts
The GMB union has added its weight to demands for Kingston upon Hull City Council to reverse plans to scrap free school meals. more
(01 March 2007 00:00)

Jesmond Dene House restaurant appoints two senior chefs
Jesmond Dene House, the Newcastle hotel and restaurant, has revealed details of two senior chef appointments. more
(01 March 2007 00:00)

Cotswold House and Noel Arms for sale
The Cotswold House hotel and its sister property the Noel Arms in Chipping Campden are up for sale for an estimated £14.85m. more
(01 March 2007 00:00)

School Food Trust in lottery cash plea to fund kids' cookery clubs
The School Food Trust (SFT) has made a bid for National Lottery funding to pay for a network of cookery clubs that it hopes will change.... more
(01 March 2007 00:00)

Food service has major role to play in social issues, says BHA head
Food service operators have a central role to play in tackling the issues of the day: obesity, corporate responsibility and the environment,.... more
(01 March 2007 00:00)

Peace brings prosperity to Belfast
The impact that acts of terrorism have on tourism is immense. The effects of the London bombings, the Sharm el-Sheikh attacks or the Luxor shootings.... more
(01 March 2007 00:00)

Sofitel Riverside, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Situated along the banks of Chiang Mai's Ping River in northern Thailand, this resort offers a peaceful retreat close to the city's busy centre. Its.... more
(01 March 2007 00:00)

Bur Juman Rotana Suites, Dubai
Just minutes from the Dubai World Trade Centre and the Convention Centre and near the city's international airport, this hotel is ideal for business.... more
(01 March 2007 00:00)

Nobu, Hong Kong
Marking Nobu Matsuhisa's 17th eaterie across three continents, this new restaurant at Hong Kong's InterContinental hotel offers views over Victoria.... more
(01 March 2007 00:00)

Traditional Welsh cawl (lamb and vegetable soup) by Bryan Webb
Bring to the boil, skim and add the parsley and thyme. Simmer for about an hour, adding the potatoes after 30 minutes of cooking and more water if.... more
(01 March 2007 00:00)