A shortage of delivery drivers would have led to thousands of pubs and restaurants being unable to open fully on the original ‘Freedom Day’ of 21 June, the Federation of Wholesale Distributors (FWD) has revealed.
The new brew: how technology is creating the next generation of coffee machines
Whether you go super-automatic or choose a hybrid machine, there has been plenty of innovation in the beverage equipment market. Ian Boughton discovers the latest technology.
Government not considering a coronavirus recovery visa
The government is not considering a coronavirus recovery visa despite calls from the industry for support during its well-documented and widespread staffing shortage, which threatens its recovery.
Bar Boulud in London closes after 10 years
It has been confirmed that Bar Boulud will not be reopening at the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park London in Knightsbridge.
Revelations: Elody Tchuente, private chef, London
What was your best subject at school? Languages
Young Pastry Chef of the Year 2021 revealed
The final of The Chefs’ Forum, Young Pastry Chef of the Year 2021 held this week saw patisserie and confectionery diploma level 3 student, Unaisa Hussein, take the reins as champion.
UKHospitality unveils 12-point plan to tackle staffing crisis
UKHospitality has unveiled a 12-point plan to tackle the staffing crisis facing the hospitality industry.
Radisson Hotel Group stays ahead of the curve with extensive expansion plans
As the post-pandemic return to travel continues, Radisson Hotel Group stays ahead of the curve with new hotel openings and signings in the UK and further afield across the EMEA region.
Pathways: Cathy Wilcox, managing director, Wilcox Burchmore
The managing director at Wilcox Burchmore speaks to Lisa Jenkins about bouncing back from redundancies to found an award-winning foodservice design and installation company.
The UK hotels making a splash with vineyards, from Michael Caines’ Lympstone Manor to Star Castle
Hotels are cultivating a different path with vineyards catering to the wine-savvy staycationer looking for a glass of homegrown English fizz before settling in for the night.