'Poshtels' set to drive hostel growth in 2015
A new generation of boutique hostels will challenge the traditional hotel market in 2015, according to the latest report from Euromonitor.
Archives for November 10, 2014
Bocca di Lupo founders to open restaurant in London’s Seven Dials
Bocca di Lupo founders Jacob Kenedy and Victor Hugo will open a new affordable restaurant concept in Seven Dials in spring 2015.
Pubs and bars still a hit with UK adults
Pubs and bars are still the number one out-of-home leisure destinations for adults, according to a new report from Carlsberg UK.
Business profile: Five Guys
A year or so on from landing on British soil, US burger phenomenon Five Guys is on the cusp of becoming a national player. UK managing director John Eckbert and director of operations Marcel Khan discuss the past 12 months and the group’s future.
Twelve restaurants confirmed for Manchester Corn Exchange
Wahaca, Vapiano, Cabana and Pho are among the operators to have secured sites at new restaurant and café hub the Manchester Corn Exchange, with 12 of the building's units now filled.
Comment: Talking about a generational shift
Over the last few years there has been a generational shift in food awareness, a move that the New York Times recently referred to this phenomenon as a ‘gastronomic youthquake’. Food is the new rock ’n’ roll and chefs are the new rock stars.
Rosewood London named overall winner at European Hospitality Awards
UK hotel the Rosewood London scooped two titles including Outstanding Hotel of the Year at the 2015 European Hospitality Awards.
Foodservice failing on gluten-free, finds survey
Pubs, hotels, cafes and restaurants are still falling short when it comes to catering for gluten intolerances, according to a new survey.