Articles by Date : June 01 2007 - June 30 2007

Technology: Cooking by numbers?
Experienced chefs know all about the importance of gross profit margins and the like, but now there are computer programs that let you analyse every.... more
(21 June 2007 00:00)

Menuwatch: Compleat Angler hotel, Marlow
In his new restaurant at the Compleat Angler hotel in Marlow, Dean Timpson explains that he can focus much more on the food offering. Gaby Huddart.... more
(21 June 2007 00:00)

Maternity provisions
Companies' obligations over maternity leave and pay changed earlier this year. Employment solicitor Jane Smith describes the new provisions more
(21 June 2007 00:00)

David Blythe - June 2007 Star of the Month
David Blythe, gardener at country house hotel Stapleford Park in Leicestershire, is Caterer's June Star of the Month. more
(21 June 2007 00:00)

Feeding the stars - more trouble than it's worth?
A celebrity bash can mean enormous kudos for the caterer. But some clients are a nightmare, and star-struck staff could pose a problem. Kerstin Kühn.... more
(21 June 2007 00:00)

Strawberries, Pork, Mussels
There's a plentiful supply of young, fresh broad beans on the market, both British and French (English are about £3.50 per kg) The French are.... more
(21 June 2007 00:00)

Unique opportunity For sale - Restaurant/Bistro
Situated in an ever increasing client based area the restaurant has amazing coastal views, a seating capacity of around 60 inside and 15/20 outside,.... more
(21 June 2007 00:00)

Hotel for sale in Turkey
18 rooms with pool, situated in Olu Deniz .The hotel has a 1 year guaranteed income contract. more
(21 June 2007 00:00)

Freehouse/Restaurant, Essex
Close to Stansted Airport,15th Century Freehouse with 4 e/s letting bedrooms more
(21 June 2007 00:00)

The rise of Arora
Former BA customer services officer Surinder Arora has quietly built up his company Arora International to become operator of two of the UK's latest.... more
(21 June 2007 00:00)

London's Metropole Buildings to become hotel
London’s Metropole Buildings, the Government offices on Whitehall that have stood vacant since 2004, are to be transformed into a hotel. more
(20 June 2007 16:40)

Hooters heads for the Middle East and other international news
Essential news from around the world, including: Hyatt launches own wine brand; Fairmont to open resort in Anguilla; New Traders hotel for east.... more
(20 June 2007 15:52)

Malmaison owner denies accusations of Vector mismanagement
Malmaison owner Marylebone Warwick Balfour (MWB) has refuted claims by its largest institutional shareholder that it mismanaged Vector, the planned.... more
(20 June 2007 14:54)

Beverages: Market Liquidity - US Food Trends
To help operators capitalize on beverages’ profit-center potential, R&I explores consumer trends for all things sipped. more
(20 June 2007 13:10)

Salads Beef Up - US Food Trends
Protein-packed salads drive repeat business from consumers who want healthful, one-plate meals. more
(20 June 2007 13:06)

Four Stars: Garlic Press - US Food Trends
Keep it simple or kick it up, but any way it’s sliced, buttery garlic bread is a can’t-miss choice as starter or side. more
(20 June 2007 12:57)

Ask CESA your kitchen equipment questions
CESA, the Catering Equipment Suppliers' Association, answers your kitchen equipment queries more
(20 June 2007 12:56)

Equipment: Microwave ovens
The ability to accelerate food reheating has made the microwave ovenindispensable for food service operations. But will recent improvementsextend the.... more
(20 June 2007 12:51)

Kitchen designs
Designing a kitchen within a small area throws up numerous challenges. Tony Galvin shows how to make the most of a small space more
(20 June 2007 12:42)

Gordon Ramsay to be sued over Kitchen Nightmares show
Gordon Ramsay is being sued by a former restaurant manager that he had fired on the US version of his reality TV show Kitchen Nightmares. more
(20 June 2007 12:02)

Park Plaza hotels to float on AIM
Hotel operator Park Plaza is planning to float on the Alternative Investment Market in a listing that will value the company at about £270m. more
(20 June 2007 10:54)

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(20 June 2007 10:37)

Employers need to scrutinise CVs thoroughly
Employers have been warned to scrutinise CVs thoroughly when recruiting senior management following the resignation of a leading hotel executive who.... more
(20 June 2007 07:15)

Stressed managers to be given hotel destruction therapy
Stressed out Spanish managers are being offered a chance to vent their frustrations by smashing a hotel to bits. more
(20 June 2007 07:00)

Plaice with spring vegetables and a butter fondue - by Peter Weeden
Leave the skin on the plaice to help keep the fish together. Pan-fry each fillet, fillet side down, in a little olive oil seasoned with sea salt and.... more
(20 June 2007 00:00)

What’s on the menu? - A round-up of the latest restaurant reviews
A round-up of the latest restaurant reviews including, Skylon and Semplice in London, Bon Appétit in Ramsgate, London’s Mulberry Street pizzeria.... more
(19 June 2007 17:29)

Hospitality fails to back skills initiative
Just five hospitality industry employers have signed up to the Government’s long awaited skills pledge, which commits them to offer Level 2 training.... more
(19 June 2007 17:21)

Britain's QE2 to become a floating hotel in Dubai
Britain’s QE2 cruise liner is to become a floating hotel moored in Dubai after being sold by owners Cunard for £50m to a Dubai investment firm. more
(19 June 2007 16:14)

Clapham House turnover soars as openings programme goes into overdrive
Clapham House’s turnover has nearly tripled in a year that saw it open more than 40 new restaurants and venture outside its London heartland for the.... more
(19 June 2007 15:51)

Regent Inns to spend £4m on Old Orleans refurbishment
Regent Inns is to spend £4m refurbishing its Old Orleans just weeks after admitting the restaurant chain was dragging down group profits. more
(19 June 2007 12:00)

Whitbread to spend millions rebranding Premier Travel Inn
Whitbread is to change the name of its budget hotel chain Premier Travel Inn at a cost of £13m. more
(19 June 2007 11:05)

Hilton plans to turn out lights in support of green scheme
Hilton Hotels has joined some of the capital’s best known chefs to stage a one-hour blackout. more
(19 June 2007 07:15)

Finance director quits JD Wetherspoon
Jim Clarke, finance director at JD Wetherspoon, is to leave the pub operator in October to pursue other career opportunities. more
(18 June 2007 17:33)

Welsh rugby internationals to become restaurateurs
Welsh rugby internationals Dwayne Peel and Stephen Jones are hoping to break away from the pack and become successful restaurateurs. more
(18 June 2007 16:49)

Hospitality figures in Birthday Honour list
Our hearty congratulations go to the industry figures recognised in this year’s Queen’s Birthday Honours list. more
(18 June 2007 13:59)

Worldwide Briefing
Marriott hotels has teamed up with hotel designer-guru Ian Schrager to create the next generation lifestyle brand. more
(18 June 2007 12:14)

Pubs and restaurants set for more families after England smoking ban
A quarter of England’s families will use cafes, restaurants and pubs more frequently after the start of the country’s smoking ban on 1 July. more
(18 June 2007 11:36)

Ultimate Leisure completes pub chain buy to boost food business
Ultimate Leisure completed its acquisition of the Bel and the Dragon pub group for £8.75m to bolster its food offer. more
(18 June 2007 11:23)

Queen's Birthday Honours and what the weekend papers say
Industry figures in Queen's Birthday Honours list - For more hospitality stories, see what the weekend papers say more
(18 June 2007 10:37)

Provision of Catering Services: Ayscoughfee Café & The South Holland Centre
South Holland District Council is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Contractor to manage and operate catering services in Spalding,.... more
(18 June 2007 00:00)

Frenchman lands plum job at London’s Claridge’s hotel
Frenchman Philippe Leboeuf has been revealed as the new general manager of luxury London hotel Claridge’s. more
(15 June 2007 16:10)

Business confidence amongst restaurateurs and hoteliers soars
Business confidence among Europe’s hotels and restaurants has increased by more than 20% in the past year, a new report has found. more
(15 June 2007 15:48)

Pubs to get anti-terrorism guidance
Pubs across the UK are to receive guidance to counter the threat of terrorism. more
(15 June 2007 15:36)

Friday Wrap: A round-up of the week's hospitality news
We don’t like strangers ‘round here! Apparently radical Cornish activists (no I’m not making this up) have threatened to get chefs Rick Stein and.... more
(15 June 2007 14:43)

Government ponders slashing drink-drive limits
The Government is considering cutting the drink driving limit to just half a pint of beer or a small glass of wine, according to reports this morning. more
(15 June 2007 11:49)

Tewkesbury Council: Expressions of interest for the Provision of a Catering Service
Expressions of interest are invited from suitably experienced companies wishing to tender for the provision of a catering service to the elected.... more
(15 June 2007 00:00)

Apprentice winner to work on Stansted hotel
Simon Ambrose, who won a £100,000 a year job with Sir Alan Sugar on BBC1’s The Apprentice last night, will be part of a team developing a hotel and.... more
(14 June 2007 18:17)

John Nugent leaves Searcy to launch his own company
John Nugent, chief executive of caterer Searcy, has announced his resignation from the company and will leave early next year. more
(14 June 2007 17:30)

Scolarest leads a withdrawal from schools contracts
Caterers are being forced to pull out of school meals contracts because increasing regulations and public expectation are making the sector.... more
(14 June 2007 17:00)

MG Hotels buys Oxfordshire hotel for £5m-plus
MG Hotels has bought the Red Lion hotel in the Oxfordshire market town of Henley-on-Thames off an asking price of £5.5m. more
(14 June 2007 16:59)