Hotel closures raise many issues and need to be implemented carefully to avoid creating additional adverse consequences. Akerman’s Hospitality Sector Team and Coronavirus Task Force are working with hotel owners to help them during this tumultuous t…
Minute on the clock: Gary Foakes, Delaware North
Gary Foakes is the executive head chef at the London Stadium, operated by Delaware North. He reveals his extensive hospitality experience and how the contract catering sector has changed
Like-for-like restaurant and pub sales fell 58% in March
Like-for-like sales in pubs, restaurants and bars fell 58% last month as trading slowed dramatically even before the official lockdown on 20 March.
Revelations: Sameer Taneja, executive chef, Benares, Mayfair, London
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Lockdown diaries: how operators are coping with the coronavirus crisis
Once the finances are dealt with, lockdown is a time for maintenance, marketing and maintaining relationships. We ask hospitality leaders how they’re filling their days and keeping their properties safe and secure while empty – and how they are coping with video calls
Benares Mayfair appoints Harsh Joshi general manager
Fine-dining Indian restaurant Benares in London’s Mayfair has appointed Harsh Joshi as its new general manager, marking his return to the restaurant after 13 years.
Rule the school: global flavours score top marks in school food
Creating excitement and harnessing global food trends are vital for caterers in the education sector. Richard McComb reports
Colliers launches free real estate helpdesk for independent London restaurants
Property advisory firm Colliers International has launched a free helpdesk to provide London’s independent restaurant, retail, and leisure companies with real estate advice during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Food and drink supply chain must be protected, government told
Government must ensure the “continuation of critical imports and exports of food and drink at this critical time”, voices from across the supply chain have said.
Government-backed loan scheme for large businesses expanded
The government-backed business interruption loan scheme has been expanded to cover all companies with a turnover of more than £45m.