The Institute of Hospitality has appointed Lord Thurso as its president from 1 January 2023 as Arora Hotel Group founder and chairman Surinder Arora steps down at the end of the year.
Rail unions announce further January strike
Rail services will be crippled for five consecutive days in January after train drivers’ union ASLEF announced a walk out on the 5 January.
Gleneagles back in the black with £7m profit
Gleneagles is back in the black and has reported a pre-tax profit of over £7m, compared to a loss of nearly £9m last year.
Great British Menu chefs to serve up charity dinner for International Women’s Day
Some of the country’s best female chefs are to prepare a dinner in aid of Hospitality Action in the same week as International Women’s Day.
Reflecting on 2022 with The Caterer’s cover stars
*The Caterer’s* 2022 covers featuring chefs, hoteliers, entrepreneurs, illustrations and dishes provide a glimpse of a year gone by.
Treasury postpones energy support announcement until New Year
The Treasury has postponed an announcement on the continuation of energy support for businesses beyond March 2023 until the New Year.
Andrew Watts named head chef at the Tawny
Andrew Watts has been appointed head chef at the Plumicorn restaurant at the Tawny hotel in Staffordshire.
Former Flor head baker crowdfunds East Dulwich bakery
Former Flor head baker Helen Evans has raised more than £11,705 towards opening a new bakery in East Dulwich in London.
Alcohol duty freeze extended by six months
The government has confirmed that the alcohol duty freeze has been extended by a further six months to 1 August 2023.
Honey & Co, Cavita and Kenny Atkinson’s Solstice added to Michelin Guide
Michelin’s latest monthly update has revealed a further 25 restaurants will be included in its 2023 Great Britain and Ireland Guide.

