Aviko Foodservice has released its annual Food Trends 2021 report to help businesses navigate the latest challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic.
VAT petition surpasses 10,000 signatures
A petition to extend the VAT cut for the hospitality industry until at least March 2022 has surpassed 10,000 signatures, meaning the government must respond to it.
International Food & Drink Event partners with The Vegan Society
The International Food & Drink Event (IFE) has announced the addition of a vegan and plant-based food and drink section to the show for 2022.
Government having ‘serious conversation’ about hospitality minister
The government is understood to be having a “serious conversation” regarding the creation of a dedicated minister for hospitality position.
Guests hopeful for 2021 events as hotels see booking interest
Hotels are seeing booking interest around major UK events, suggesting guest optimism in the vaccine roll-out and reopening of the hospitality sector later in the year.
Bella Italia operator agrees six-year deal with Center Parcs and reveals plans for new concept
Big Table Group, the operator of Las Iguanas, Bella Italia and Café Rouge, has agreed a six-year deal with Center Parcs that will see a significant investment programme across its 12 restaurants and the introduction of a new premium Italian restaurant concept.
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Chefs step up to support UK shellfish suppliers after export ban
Chefs are stepping up to support UK shellfish suppliers as a ban on live exports to the European Union (EU) threatens the industry’s future.
Minute on the clock: Tim Smith, Valor
The head of business development EMEA at hotel management company Valor explains how his team keeps the hotel machine running smoothly using the power of its people.
Furlough estimated to cost hospitality industry more than £542m a month
The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme is estimated to be costing the hospitality industry more than £542m a month in National Insurance contributions, pension costs and holiday accrual.