Ruth Hinks becomes first woman to win UK Chocolate Masters
Ruth Hinks, owner of Edinburgh chocolate shop and patisserie school Cocoa Blacks, has been named UK Chocolate Master 2012 following a gruelling three-day final in London.
Archives for September 4, 2012
John Penrose stands down as Tourism Minister as DCMS is reduced in size
John Penrose has stood down from his position as Tourism and Heritage Minister following David Cameron's decision to reduce the size of the Culture, Media and Sports department (DCMS) after the London 2012 Olympics.
Hilton Worldwide reveals growing Middle Eastern market for hotels
The Middle East is becoming one of the fastest growing markets for the London hotel sector, with research from Hilton Worldwide revealing that one in four guests at London Hilton Park Lane come from the region.
Turtle Bay and Red Hot World Buffet to open in Nottingham’s Cornerhouse development
Nottingham’s retail and leisure complex The Cornerhouse is set to welcome the 13th and 14th businesses to its food and beverage portfolio with the openings of Turtle Bay and Red Hot World Buffet restaurants.
Immigration laws cause Masala World to scrap UK expansion plans
Masala World, one of the world's most respected Indian restaurant groups, has scrapped its UK expansion plans and shifted its focus to overseas because current immigration legislation prevents it from employing skilled Indian chefs.
Hospitality industry veteran launches second Heritage Inns venue - Baroque Café Bar & Grill
Andrew Marler, the businessman behind the refurb and launch of the Shepherd's Bush Empire and several pub businesses, has opened Baroque Café Bar & Grill; the second venue in his Hertfordshire-based Heritage Inns company.
Rumble in the Kitchen: Chefs and restaurateurs to enter the boxing ring for charity
Chefs and restaurant managers, including Marcus Wareing, Will Holland, Fred Sirieix and Michele Caggianese are among those who will be entering the boxing ring later this month in a bid to raise money for industry charitable programme Galvin's Chance.
London 2012 Olympics: Will the future for hotels match up to the golden sporting legacy?
London hoteliers have questioned the assertion from the Government and tourism agencies that the hospitality industry will see a boost in trade from the Olympics in the next two years as hotels begin to assess the impact of the Games.