All news articles for April 08, 2015

Pret A Manger trials evening service

08-Apr-2015 By Emma Eversham

Pret A Manger is trialling an evening service at its branch on The Strand following requests from customers for an early evening menu.

UK hotel investment up 47 per cent year-on-year

08-Apr-2015 By Sophie Witts

Investment in the UK hotel market reached £1.89bn in the first quarter of 2015, up 47 per cent year-on-year, property expert Savills has reported.

Simon Hulstone takes over tea rooms in Torquay

08-Apr-2015 By Emma Eversham

Simon Hulstone, chef-owner of Michelin-starred Torquay restaurant The Elephant, has taken over Burridge's Cafe Tearooms in the seaside town.

Calcot Hotels developing fourth site as restaurant with rooms

08-Apr-2015 By Sophie Witts

Gloucestershire based Calcot Hotels have acquired The Cotswolds88 hotel in Painswick as their fourth site.

Benugo to open wine bar and café at London Coliseum

08-Apr-2015 By Emma Eversham

Benugo is planning to open a wine bar and café at the London Coliseum as part of a £1.2m renovation of the building's foyer.

New business-focused diploma tackling chef skills shortage

08-Apr-2015 By Sophie Witts

Tante Marie Culinary Academy has launched the UK's first business focused culinary qualification to tackle the shortage of skilled chefs in the industry.

Value conscious consumers shunning independent outlets in favour of chains

08-Apr-2015 By Sophie Witts

Diners are shunning independent restaurants in favour of better perceived value and quality of food at larger casual dining chains, according to new research by NPD Group.