US tourists are highest spenders, but visitors declining
US tourists are the highest spenders out of all holidaymakers to the UK, but their numbers continue to decline, according to new data released today by VisitBritain.
Archives for May 23, 2011
Cass Titcombe to open West London bistro
Former Canteen executive chef Cass Titcombe is to open a neighbourhood bistro and wine bar in West London next spring, BigHospitality can reveal.
BBPA calls for more dialogue on Scottish drinks’ policy
The BBPA has called for a new dialogue with the Scottish government, following concerns that the pub sector is at risk from certain aspects of the alcohol policy, including tax on beer.
Wagamama plans “aggressive” expansion to 300 UK restaurants
Wagamama has announced plans to ramp up its expansion within the UK to 300 sites at a rate of 20 per year, focusing mainly on London and the South East.
Battlesteads named Considerate Hotel of the Year
Battlesteads hotel and restaurant in Northumberland has been named the Considerate Hotel of the Year 2010/11 for its sustainability initiatives, which include a wood-chip boiler and a vegetable garden with a ‘field to plate’ time of four hours.
Savoy Gastronomes’ Olive Barnett 2011 Award winner revealed
Assia Riccio from Le Manoir Aux Quat’ Saisons has received the Savoy Gastronomes’ Olive Barnett Award 2011, which recognises hospitality employees below the age of 30.