Articles by Date : June 01 2007 - June 30 2007

The Bench: South-western hotel performance in March 2007
Hotel revenue per available room (revpar) grew by 4.3% in the South-west during the month of March. more
(06 June 2007 17:35)

Industry data: TRI HotStats - monthly European hotel figures
Moscow hotels were the most profitable in March 2007 of the 10 European cities listed in the monthly Europe HotStats survey from TRI, despite having.... more
(06 June 2007 17:05)

Hilton Molino Stucky, Venice, Italy
After a development project lasting more than four years, this hotel has opened in the 13 buildings of Molino Stucky, a 19th-century flour mill in.... more
(06 June 2007 16:30)

Agua Resort & Spa, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Located in the north-east of the Dominican Republic, this luxury resort is set alongside a private beach and has 18 villas with 53 suites. The spa.... more
(06 June 2007 16:30)

Yun Fu, Hong Kong
This restaurant aims to take diners on a culinary journey through the Chinese regions and features a strong Tibetan influence in its food. Interiors.... more
(06 June 2007 16:30)

Ramada Plaza, Antwerp, Belgium
The first Ramada Plaza property in Belgium is designed for both business and leisure travellers. It is located in the heart of Antwerp's business.... more
(06 June 2007 16:30)

Hilton announces major expansion plans
Hilton Hotels has announced major expansion plans in Russia, the UK, Caribbean and central America. more
(06 June 2007 15:55)

Survey: Tell us your concerns within the hospitality industry
To mark the centenary of the British Hospitality Association (BHA) Caterer has invited the organisation’s chief executive Bob Cotton to guest edit.... more
(06 June 2007 14:53)

Huntsbridge Group disposals complete
Catey winner John Hoskins has completed the sale of his three-pub restaurants to concentrate on his Old Bridge hotel. more
(06 June 2007 13:30)

Master Innholders enrols new general managers
Five new general managers are to join the prestigious Master Innholders association this year, Caterersearch can reveal. more
(06 June 2007 12:38)

BBC TV looking for young guns and golden oldie chefs for new show
Production company Twenty Twenty Television is on the hunt for a chef aged over 50 that is keen to show old doesn’t mean past it and an enthusiastic.... more
(06 June 2007 12:00)

Win a barbecue from Unilever
Buy It! has teamed up with Unilever Foodsolutions, which is currently running a "Brands to be seen with this summer" promotion featuring its Flora,.... more
(06 June 2007 11:34)

What’s on the menu? - A round-up of the latest restaurant reviews
A round-up of the latest London restaurant reviews including: Rhodes W1 Restaurant; Olivomare; The Diner in Soho more
(06 June 2007 11:25)

Gifts with Twining teas
Twinings has launched a new national trade promotion on Twinings Everyday Tea 1100s. It runs until September and offers caterers a range of items.... more
(06 June 2007 11:17)

Sporting events from Nescafé
Nescafé is offering caterers the chance to experience one of Britain's favourite events. Whether it's Wimbledon or Six Nations Rugby, each.... more
(06 June 2007 11:13)

Marriott and Nickelodeon team up to launch family-friendly hotels
Marriott International and children's TV channel, Nickelodeon, have teamed up to launch a chain of family-friendly hotels. more
(06 June 2007 11:00)

Tussauds trips from Farm Frites
Farm Frites says that by frying in half the time of regular frozen chips and with an extra 25% yield per box, its Yes Fry chips enable caterers to.... more
(06 June 2007 10:35)

Starwood continues expansion in Greater China and other international news
Essential news from around the world, including: Casa Group to build Cape Verde resort; Marriott adds third Renaissance hotel in Paris; MHG to open.... more
(06 June 2007 10:30)

Fairtrade freebies from Cafédirect
Cafédirect's extensive Fairtrade food service range covers Roast & Ground Coffees, new Organic Espresso Coffee Beans, Espresso Beans, Freeze Dried.... more
(06 June 2007 10:29)

Free Lion dressings from Prep
The sandwich market continues to grow, with total sales up to £3.6b in 2005, according to Mintel. For caterers producing sandwich selections, the.... more
(06 June 2007 10:17)

Unilever offers sunglasses and Paris trip
The soaring temperatures of the summer months increase the number of consumers seeking a lighter option for both lunch and dinner - and sandwiches,.... more
(06 June 2007 10:04)

First hotel REIT drops its share price
Vector Hospitality, the first hotel real estate investment trust (REIT), has dropped its share price in a bid to attract sufficient investment. more
(06 June 2007 10:04)

Supplier News: Lincat add Electric Salamander Grill to Opus series
To meet rising demand for electric alternatives to gas powered equipment, Lincat has added a new Electric Salamander Grill (model OE7304) to its Opus.... more
(06 June 2007 00:00)

Jersey Royals, Wild Salmon, Venison
The main crop of Jersey Royals has started now so the price will be down. Nettles and spring greens are also still around and English microcress -.... more
(06 June 2007 00:00)

Sea trout with nettle velouté, asparagus and Jersey Royals - by Mike North
Pan-fry sea trout skin side down in a hot pan with olive oil for four minutes, turn and cook other side for two minutes. Add nettle purée and butter.... more
(06 June 2007 00:00)

Government to begin national review into alcohol pricing
The Government is to conduct an independent national review into the pricing and promotion of alcoholic drinks as part of a nationwide crackdown on.... more
(05 June 2007 17:20)

Global Hyatt recruits ex-Marriott man to head up property
Global Hyatt Corporation has recruited ex-Marriott man Stephen Haggerty as executive vice-president of real estate and development. more
(05 June 2007 17:15)

Compass Group officially unveils new fine dining brand
Caterer Compass Group has today officially unveiled its streamlined fine-dining identity that brings its many interests together as Restaurant.... more
(05 June 2007 12:14)

Eco-tourism site seeks hotel and spa investors
Hotel and spa operators have been invited by a consortium of developers to invest in an eco-tourism site, Eastgate Renewable Energy Village, in.... more
(05 June 2007 11:20)

Autogrill launches £193m takeover of Alpha Airports
Italian roadside services group Autogrill has made a formal offer for in-flight caterer and airport retailer Alpha Airports, valuing the company at.... more
(04 June 2007 17:45)

Opportunities to profit from pork are endless
Tasty, cost effective and - in the case of lean pork – healthy; the reasons for putting pork on the menu have never been more apparent, argues Tony.... more
(04 June 2007 15:49)

Aramark director seriously hurt in road accident
Aramark managing director of business and industry, Dean Lindsay, has been seriously injured in a road accident. more
(04 June 2007 15:37)

Marriott rebrands Paris hotel and other international hotel news
Essential news from around the world, including: New St Regis property opens in Florida; Carlson buys additional Rezidor shares; IHG launches first.... more
(04 June 2007 12:00)

Capital Pub Company floats on Alternative Investment Market
The Capital Pub Company has floated on the Alternative Investment Market (AIM) with a market capitalisation of £32.3m. more
(04 June 2007 11:30)

Whitbread sells David Lloyd Leisure for £925m
Premier Travel Inn owner Whitbread has agreed to sell its David Lloyd Leisure business to property company London & Regional Holdings and Bank of.... more
(04 June 2007 11:00)

Autogrill to make formal offer for in-flight caterer Alpha Airports
Italian Roadside services group Autogrill has taken its shareholding in Alpha Airports to more than 30% triggering a formal offer period for the.... more
(04 June 2007 10:30)

£2b hotel property float shunned by major investors - For more hospitality stories, see what the weekend papers say
A round-up of the weekend's news affecting the hospitality industry. News includes: Whitbread to sell leisure business for £920m; Carluccio’s in bid.... more
(04 June 2007 09:53)

Supplier News: Win and save with Hobart FXP!
To support the launch of its revolutionary FXP warewasher series, Hobart is challenging customers to see how much this new machine can save in both.... more
(04 June 2007 00:00)

Friday Wrap: A round-up of the week's hospitality news
Hoteliers are use to customers pinching things from their rooms – slippers, dressing gowns, gold baths – gold baths! Yes this most unusual fate has.... more
(01 June 2007 19:12)

Old Inn named Northern Ireland Hotel of the Year by tourist board
The Old Inn at Crawfordsburn has been named Hotel of the Year 2007 by the Northern Ireland Tourist Board, at a ceremony in Belfast last night. more
(01 June 2007 18:50)

Unilever relaunches Hellman’s dressings
Five of the eight dressings marketed under Unilever’s Hellmann’s brand have been revitalised for the summer with reformulated recipes for improved.... more
(01 June 2007 18:34)

Ethnic summer trio from Brakes
China, India and Morocco are the inspiration for a trio of summer ethnic dishes from Brakes. more
(01 June 2007 18:13)

Gold standard Brie from the Cheese Cellar
The award-winning Saint-Luc Brie de Meaux AOC - which scooped Gold at the recent World Cheese Awards - has joined the roster of more than 1,500.... more
(01 June 2007 18:11)

Elite Tropean onion relish from IB Food
The Tropea onion - a red, sweet, slightly elongated and highly aromatic bulb that grows for only a short season in the Calabrian town of Tropea - has.... more
(01 June 2007 18:08)

Healthier frying oils from ADM Pura
Growing concerns over the health risks of bad fats has prompted ADM Pura to launch a long-life oil under its Wesson Green line that contains no.... more
(01 June 2007 18:04)

Seafood for schools from MKG
Frozen food wholesaler MKG Foods has unveiled two new, competitively-priced seafood items to make school meals healthier and more interesting. They.... more
(01 June 2007 18:02)

Luxury fish cakes from Whitby Seafoods
Two luxury 80g fish cakes have joined the range offered by Whitby Seafoods. Made from freshly prepared potato pieces, they will deep-fry from frozen.... more
(01 June 2007 17:59)

Gammon and chips from Brakes
A reduced-fat gammon is one of three fine gammon steak options to be launched by Brakes with accompanying chunky British chips. more
(01 June 2007 17:56)

Seafood selection from 3G
A Par Fried Dim Sum Assortment is part of a new line of frozen, easy-to-prepare seafood products to be added to the 3G Foodservice catalogue. It.... more
(01 June 2007 17:54)

Choice cod from Kalkman
Lowestoft-based fish processor A Kalkman, a specialist supplier of frozen seafood and added-value products designed for the catering and food service.... more
(01 June 2007 17:50)