Articles by Date : December 01 2007 - December 31 2007

Capital allowances
From April 2008 a new system of capital allowances will be in operation. Accountant Chris Lane explains how this will affect your business more
(06 December 2007 00:00)

Is a Christmas gift of a £50 store voucher money well spent?
"Having had a better year than usual, I'm trying to decide how best to reward my employees this Christmas. I have 200 staff and was thinking of.... more
(06 December 2007 00:00)

Hilton Prague Old Town, Czech Republic
Hilton's second hotel in Prague is in the heart of the city near the Old Town Square and other historical attractions. It includes the 138-cover Zinc.... more
(06 December 2007 00:00)

WorldSkills 2007 - the winners
WorldSkills 2007 was a tough event at which the nerves, as well as the skill levels, of young competitors were vigorously tested. Janet Harmer flew.... more
(06 December 2007 00:00)

Maison, Hong Kong
This café in Hong Kong's Putnam hotel is inspired by a 1960s Parisian brasserie and features simple interiors with high ceilings, white walls and.... more
(06 December 2007 00:00)

Le Couvent d'Hérépian, France
Located inside the Regional Park of the High Languedoc, this boutique hotel in the village of Hérépian is housed in a converted 17th-century convent..... more
(06 December 2007 00:00)

The Ring Vienna, Austria
This five-star hotel in Vienna on the city's famous Ringstrasse is housed in the historical building of a former bank and combines both new and old.... more
(06 December 2007 00:00)

Hibiscus: A mixed welcome
Claude and Claire Bosi closed their two-Michelin-starred restaurant in Ludlow and reopened in London in October. Joanna Wood charts their arrival in.... more
(06 December 2007 00:00)

My life in hospitality: Anthony Flinn, executive chef, Anthony's, Leeds
Anthony Flinn, executive chef, Anthony's, Leeds more
(06 December 2007 00:00)

Number Twelve, London - Menuwatch
In the newly refurbished Ambassadors hotel in Bloomsbury, Santino Busciglio's menu at restaurant Number Twelve is a fine balance of British and.... more
(06 December 2007 00:00)

Drink and drug abuse in the industry: An addict's tale
During 12 years in the hospitality industry, Chris Mordue found the perfect environment to take his drink and drug habits to the extreme. It was only.... more
(06 December 2007 00:00)

Hotel For Sale
Operational 21 Bedroom Hotel, including surplus vacant buildings with potential for residential development (subject to planning). more
(06 December 2007 00:00)

Exciting Olympic Opportunity
Business partner required to buy into a 50% share of a large established public house converting into a 11 bed Ensuite hotel/ gastro pub in Stratford.... more
(06 December 2007 00:00)

Excellence in Food and Drink Awards 2007
Our judging panel of industry experts has selected the products best suited to the growing demand for new flavours and healthier options. Meet the.... more
(05 December 2007 18:23)

Steng Ingredients - Slow Roast Tomato Tapenade: Award winner
Winner of the Accompaniments and Ingredients category in the Excellence in Food and Drink Awards 2007 more
(05 December 2007 18:11)

Shepherds Purse - Yorkshire Blue: Award winner
Winner of the Cheese, Dairy and Milk Products category in the Excellence in Food and Drink Awards 2007 more
(05 December 2007 17:57)

Southover Food Company - Cooked Smoked Back Bacon: Award winner
Winner of the Meat, Game, Poultry and Fish category in the Excellence in Food and Drink Awards 2007 more
(05 December 2007 17:39)

Bakehouse - Mini Croissants: Award winner
Winner of the Bakery and Sandwiches category in the Excellence in Food and Drink Awards 2007 more
(05 December 2007 17:35)

Tyrrell's - Mixed Root Vegetables: Award winner
Winner of the Impulse Snacking category in the Excellence in Food and Drink Awards 2007 more
(05 December 2007 17:29)

Speciality Desserts - Caramelised Orange Torte: Award winner
Winner of the Desserts and Puddings category in the Excellence in Food and Drink Awards 2007 more
(05 December 2007 17:23)

La Maison des Sorbets Foods - Madagascan Bourbon Vanilla Ice-Cream Balls: Award winner
Winner of the Ice-creams category in the Excellence in Food and Drink Awards 2007 more
(05 December 2007 17:18)

Brakes - Fioruchi Sliced Antipasto mono pack: Award winner
Winner of the Starters and Buffet Products category in the Excellence in Food and Drink Awards 2007 more
(05 December 2007 17:02)

The Authentic Food Company - Aromatic Thai King Prawn Curry: Award winner
Winner of the Main Courses and Centre of Plate category in the Excellence in Food and Drink Awards 2007 more
(05 December 2007 16:54)

Delicious Alchemy - Wheat/Gluten and Lactose Free Ginger Mini Loaf: Award winner
Winner of the Healthy, Organic and Ethical category in the Excellence in Food and Drink Awards 2007 more
(05 December 2007 16:49)

What’s on the menu? - A round-up of the latest restaurant reviews
A round-up of the latest London restaurant reviews including: Fortnum & Mason; Sake No Hana; Brickhouse; Le Gavroche more
(05 December 2007 16:04)

The Authentic Food Company Sweet Potato, Chick Pea and Spinach Curry - Award winner
Winner of the Vegetarian category in the Excellence in Food and Drink Awards 2007 more
(05 December 2007 16:02)

Hospitality and travel staff most likely to pull a sickie
People working in the hospitality and travel industries are among the most likely to stay home because of a cold or flu, research claimed today. more
(05 December 2007 15:26)

Bakery goods: something for everyone
Nearly everyone likes a sweet treat to munch with a cuppa, and the ever-increasing range of bakery products means there's something to suit every.... more
(05 December 2007 13:22)

Christmas log - a masterclass
Christophe Michalak's "treasure chest" is, perhaps, the acme of Christmas cakes. Michael Raffael discovers how the celebrated pâtissier creates.... more
(05 December 2007 13:13)

First Choice Coffee - Grand Café 100% Rainforest Alliance Certified: Award winner
Winner of the Hot Beverages - Coffee category in the Excellence in Food and Drink Awards 2007 more
(05 December 2007 11:58)

Mighty Leaf Tea UK - Chamomile Citrus Pouches: Award winner
Winner of the Hot Beverages - Tea category in the Excellence in Food and Drink Awards 2007 more
(05 December 2007 11:48)

Clapham House Group confident of Gourmet Burger Kitchen success
Clapham House Group has seen an increase in turnover and profits despite the underperformance of its Tootsies chain more
(05 December 2007 11:41)

PLB Wines - First Step Shiraz 2005: Award winner
Winner of the Alcoholic Drinks category in the Excellence in Food and Drink Awards 2007 more
(05 December 2007 11:39)

Pasta King - Bolognese Pasta Meal: Award winner
Winner of the Kids' Main Meals category in the Excellence in Food and Drink Awards 2007 more
(05 December 2007 11:31)

The light lunch opportunity
As demand for fresh, lighter options at lunchtime increase, Tony Horton, chief executive of Tricon Foodservice Consultants, asks why caterers aren't.... more
(05 December 2007 11:24)

Brakes - Baked Jam Doughnuts: Award winner
Winner of the Kids' Snacks category in the Excellence in Food and Drink Awards 2007 more
(05 December 2007 11:20)

Starwood to launch Westin brand in South America and other international hotel news
Essential news from around the world, including: Accor plans Russian expansion; Marriott to enter Maldives; Manila Peninsula reopens after seize more
(05 December 2007 10:44)

Jamie Oliver Fifteen
Fifteen restaurant opened in east London in 2002, with the aim of both opening a top class restaurant and giving disadvantaged young people the.... more
(05 December 2007 10:43)

Trioni Daioni - Chocolate Flavour Welsh Organic Milk Drink: Award winner
Winner of the Kids' Drinks category in the Excellence in Food and Drink Awards 2007 more
(05 December 2007 10:10)

Alcohol tax is too high, say wine drinkers
Almost three-quarters (74%) of wine drinking adults believe that current taxes on alcoholic drinks are “too high”. more
(05 December 2007 09:00)

Premier Inn goes green with greywater system
Premier Inn has become one of the first hotel chains to install an environmentally friendly greywater recovery system, at their newest hotel in.... more
(05 December 2007 08:00)

Wetherspoon has best pub toilets
Pub operator JD Wetherspoon is flushed with success after winning the 2007 Loo of the Year Awards for the pub/wine bar category. more
(05 December 2007 07:00)

Waiting staff lowest paid in UK
Waiting staff are the lowest paid employees in the UK, according to new analysis from the GMB. more
(04 December 2007 16:59)

Consumers set to splash cash over December eating out
British consumers will spend an additional £700m eating out this December, according to research released today. more
(04 December 2007 15:32)

Greene King shrugs off industry concerns
Pub and restaurant operator Greene King has confidence in the resilience of its business model to survive tougher the times ahead. more
(04 December 2007 14:45)

P&G Professional - Best Places to Work winner's profile
In the countdown to the 2008 Best Places to Work in Hospitality awards, run in association with recruitment specialist Corecruitment, Emma White.... more
(04 December 2007 12:02)

Lee Cash - My life in hospitality
Lee Cash, co-founder, Peach Pub Company more
(04 December 2007 11:43)

How do I fix my prices at the right level?
A few years ago, a guesthouse owner was asked how much his room cost for one night. A shout came from the other side of the hedge: "Whatever he said,.... more
(04 December 2007 11:27)

Carluccio’s signs first international franchise in Ireland
Italian restaurant group Carluccio’s has signed its first international franchise and will open a new store in Ireland next spring. more
(04 December 2007 10:28)

Radio’s Chris Evans buys third pub
Radio DJ and TV presenter Chris Evans has bought his third pub. more
(04 December 2007 07:00)