Greene King is to launch a new boutique hotel brand as it looks to tap into the premium market.
Various Eateries plots expansion despite losses
Various Eateries, which is behind restaurants Noci and Coppa Club, reported a loss before tax of £6.7m but said it remains confident in the “long-term prosperity” of the group.
Allen Simpson named deputy chief executive of UKHospitality
Allen Simpson has been appointed deputy chief executive of UKHospitality, joining from a role at London & Partners.
The Alchemist to open 10 new bars with £15m investment
The Alchemist bar and restaurant group has secured a £15m investment to support the opening of 10 new sites over the next three years.
MPs back calls for hospitality VAT cut in parliamentary debate
Cross-party MPs have backed calls to offer more support to the hospitality industry, including a cut in VAT.
Viewpoint: Why small goals matter when going green
Today’s travellers want a hotel with strong sustainability credentials, in anything from biomass boilers to buying locally, says Giles Fuchs
Nine licenced premises per day shut in 2023’s fourth quarter
The number of licensed premises across Britain dropped by 0.8% in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the latest Hospitality Market Monitor from CGA by NIQ and AlixPartners.
Secrets of service: Invisible strategies to influence guest experience
When it comes to intuitive, brilliant service, there are certain practical aspects that can be taught to ensure guests feel completely welcome
Fort Road hotel in Margate to relaunch flagship restaurant
Margate’s Fort Road hotel is set to relaunch Daisy Cecil’s restaurant as Colina under new head chef Luis Freitas.
Michelin-starred Cellar in Fife up for sale
The chef-owner of the Michelin-starred Cellar in Fife has decided to sell the restaurant after 10 years of trading.