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Tax man reissues guidance on catering and takeaway after successful court challenge

HM Revenue and Customs has published new guidance to catering on its website following last year’s successful court challenge over VAT liability on takeaway food.
Posted: 27 March 2007 | 12:03

Greene King signs new £50m contract with supplier 3663

Pub company Greene King has renewed its existing contract with food supplier 3663 First for Foodservice in a deal worth £50m a year.
Posted: 27 March 2007 | 11:21

Lavazza buys India coffee chains and other international news

world newsEssential news from around the world, including: Burger King to launch in Poland; Starwood to launch in Eastern Europe; Duabi to get new Sofitel and more...
Posted: 14 March 2007 | 09:30

Starwood to launch hotel in Syria and other international news

world newsEssential news from around the world, including: Accor sells German assets; McDonald’s expands coffee range; Mandarin Oriental completes sale of New York stake and more...
Posted: 05 March 2007 | 08:30

Friday Wrap: A round-up of the week's hospitality news

Happy with the new Gambling Act? Don’t bet on it.
Posted: 02 March 2007 | 16:30

Nestlé boss attacks ban on sweet ads

Nestlé logoThe head of confection and foodservice giant Nestlé has spoken out against the UK’s plans to ban ads for chocolate and junk food.
Posted: 28 February 2007 | 14:45

Famous Brands buy Wimpy and promises to 're-energise' it

WimpyBeleaguered burger chain Wimpy has been bought by Famous Brands for £3m amid promises to return the brand to its former glory.
Posted: 28 February 2007 | 13:00

How to coax children to eat healthier food

Vicki Edgson, co-presenter of Five's Diet Doctor and nutritionist Restaurants should offer healthier menus for children, says Vicki Edgson, co-presenter of Five's Diet Doctor and nutritionist at recipe and menu planning website ChewChew
Posted: 28 February 2007 | 11:46

Prince Charles slams the Big Mac

McDonald's Big MacPrince Charles slammed fast-food giant McDonald’s yesterday and seemed to call for a ban on the Big Mac.
Posted: 28 February 2007 | 11:05

McDonald's pays chief executive £4.5m for boosting business

McDonald'sMcDonald’s has paid its chief executive, Jim Skinner, a bonus of $8.8m (£4.5m) for boosting business over the past three years.
Posted: 23 February 2007 | 10:38

Ofcom to begin phasing out fast-food ads during kids programmes

burger and chipsMedia regulator Ofcom has confirmed details of its ban on fast-food operators advertising during TV shows watched by under-16s.
Posted: 22 February 2007 | 17:46

McDonald's bites back

In the past few years, the ups and downs at McDonald's have been well documented, and yet it just keeps rolling along. Nic Paton looks at the burger giant's ever-evolving strategies
Posted: 21 February 2007 | 12:26

Hope fades for Benjys after new collapse

Benjys' days look numbered after the troubled sandwich chain collapsed into administration for the second time in a year.
Posted: 15 February 2007 | 00:00

Marriott expands in India and other international news

world newsEssential news from around the world, including: Subway set to open 340 outlets in the Middle East; High prices in Switzerland is damaging tourism; Jumerirah to open first resort in Bermuda; Domino's to spend $700k opening Malay outlets
Posted: 14 February 2007 | 08:30

Platinum award and restaurant and bar groups with 11 or more sites

PLATINUM AWARD AND RESTAURANT AND BAR GROUPS WITH 11 OR MORE SITES Winner McDonald's Employees 67,000 Judges were unanimous in their decision to make McDonald's an overall winner of winners. The company was applauded for being "outstanding with people" and for "assuming everyone can go to the top". A recruitment policy of hiring staff based on attitude, rather than experience, has been praised by the Work Foundation and Investors in People for creating opportunities for people from marginalised communities. A dedicated training website offers e-learning, leading to national qualifications, and for added convenience, exams can be taken in specially accredited restaurants around the UK. Numerous flexible working initiatives are available, including the Family Contract, which allows family members working in the same restaurant to cover shifts without prior notice. Staff
Posted: 31 January 2007 | 15:46

Domino's Pizza to be free from hydrogenated fats

Domino's PizzaDomino’s Pizza has announced that it will remove all hydrogenated fats from its products by the end of July 2007.
Posted: 31 January 2007 | 10:22

Northern Ireland to ban high fat snacks from schools

Northern Ireland looks set to ban high fat snacks and sugary fizzy drinks in schools from September this year.
Posted: 31 January 2007 | 09:49

Burger King achieves record revenues

Burger King logoConcerns over healthy eating continue to have no impact on fast-food chain Burger King, will company revenues hitting a record high.
Posted: 30 January 2007 | 16:26

Restaurant operators sign up to Bristol centre redevelopment

A host of restaurant operators have signed up to the £500m regeneration of Bristol's central shopping area, it was announced today.
Posted: 30 January 2007 | 16:02

InterContinental opens new Los Angeles hotel and other international news

world newsEssential news from around the world, including: Corinthia signs deal with Lafider s.p.a; Burger King to open 40 restaurants in Mexico; Brussels get three new Thon hotels
Posted: 29 January 2007 | 08:30

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