Articles by Date : April 01 2009 - April 30 2009

Contract caterers caught up in G20 protests
Contract caterers have been caught up in the G20 protests in central London. more
(01 April 2009 17:14)

Hospitality industry braces itself ahead of London G20 summit
The hospitality industry is bracing itself ahead of expected protests at the G20 summit in the capital. more
(01 April 2009 13:08)

Government rules out minimum pricing for alcohol
The Government yesterday ruled out minimum pricing for alcohol but confirmed that it will ban promotions that encourage people to drink excessively. more
(01 April 2009 12:16)

Significant new player in Scotland’s contract catering market launched
Cordia, the new limited liability partnership created by Glasgow City Council out of its Direct and Care Services (DACS), has been officially.... more
(01 April 2009 11:50)

Information is power - IT at Yo! Sushi
Billy Waters never wanted to work in computers... but that hasn't stopped him throwing himself into the role of IT manager at restaurant chain Yo!.... more
(01 April 2009 11:44)

Hospitality industry gives muted reaction to business rate reprieve
The 5% rise – which would have hit the hospitality industry with a tax bill rising into the hundreds of millions – was due to come into effect today. more
(01 April 2009 11:20)

Promotions help keep Carluccio's buoyant
A series of promotions have kept cash-strapped consumers visiting Carluccio’s Caffes, the restaurant company said today in a trading statement. more
(01 April 2009 09:55)

Hoteliers look to international events calendar to provide respite
UK hoteliers are putting their faith in the international events calendar and the weakened sterling value to soften the impact of a difficult trading.... more
(01 April 2009 08:30)

May opening for Bjorn van der Horst’s first solo restaurant
Former Greenhouse and La Noisette chef Bjorn van der Horst will launch his first solo venture, the Eastside Inn in Farringdon, in May. more
(01 April 2009 08:00)

Near bankruptcy a ‘steep learning curve’ for Paul Rankin
Celebrity chef Paul Rankin has spoken of his relief over having bankruptcy proceedings against him dismissed, saying the experience had been a “steep.... more
(01 April 2009 07:30)

Petersham Nurseries Café future hangs in the balance
The future of the Petersham Nurseries Café hangs in the balance following a dispute with Richmond Council over the amount of traffic it generates. more
(01 April 2009 07:00)