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Middleby UK forms partnership with coffee solutions brand Wunder-Bar
Middleby UK has announced a partnership with its sister company, the Californian-based beverage dispensing specialist Wunder-Bar, to offer a range of coffee solutions to its customers.
Arena hosts virtual event on effects of Covid-19 on hospitality worldwide
The Arena networking group has announced a global leaders virtual event with experts from the UK, the US and the Middle East to discuss how the Covid-19 pandemic has impacted their sectors and the road to recovery.
The Caterer interview: Fuller’s Simon Emeny – ‘We won’t take the enjoyment away’
The chief executive of Fuller’s reveals his plans for reopening the estate of 393 pubs and hotels and why discretion is key to building customer confidence.
Wellbeing tool launched to support employees returning to work
A new tool has been launched for the hospitality industry to support the physical and mental wellbeing of employees as they return to work.
Hospitality VAT cut considered as industry bodies call for further action
Chancellor Rishi Sunak is set to unveil a series of measures to create more jobs for young people and further support the hospitality industry in a statement today.
Video: John Williams on why the industry must back British food production and invest in young chefs
John Williams, executive chef of the Ritz and chairman of the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA), says the industry must back British ingredients and young chefs to play its part in creating a sustainable food and staffing supply chain for the future.
VAT cut and discount scheme welcomed by industry as chancellor gives it a ‘fighting chance’
Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s decision to slash VAT for hospitality to 5% and introduce a “first of its kind” government discount scheme to encourage people to eat out in August, has been welcomed by the industry.
Menuwatch: Ormer at Home
Kerth Gumbs has shown no concessions to the hazards of delivery, with restaurant-standard dishes complete with theatrical flourishes for home diners.
Bartlett Mitchell launches Covid Info Hub to share learnings across industry
Contract caterer Bartlett Mitchell has launched a Covid Info Hub to share reopening advice with clients, customers and the wider sector.