Chartwells Independent, the education arm of Compass Group UK & Ireland, has secured two new three-year contracts with South Hampstead High School and Wimbledon High School for an undisclosed sum.
Niche Cocktails to craft drinks with Adnams and the English Distillery
Ready-to-drink cocktail brand Niche Cocktails is teaming up with pub group Adnams and whisky distiller the English Distillery to augment its beverage portfolio.
Government to impose ban on fake reviews and ‘dripped fees’
Businesses will be banned from posting fake reviews and introducing drip pricing under new government legislation.
Lisa Goodwin-Allen to be the face of HRC 2024
Hospitality trade show HRC has signed up Lisa Goodwin-Allen as its chef ambassador for its 2024 edition.
Sweet fantasy: the superstar baked goods getting all the attention
From TikTok doughnut sensations to gourmet sandwiches, baked goods are having their moment in the spotlight, says Will Hawkes
Charlotte Horler wants Birmingham’s Grand to become an icon of the city
The hotel manager at Birmingham’s Grand has used the hotel’s ‘pockets of uniqueness’ to develop the guest experience. Emma Lake reports
Wetherspoon’s reports 10% rise in like-for-like sales
JD Wetherspoon’s has reported like-for-like sales 10.1% higher than the same period a year ago for the 25 weeks to 21 January 2024.
Donia has exploded onto the London food scene
Maginhawa Group has been gathering rave reviews for its food, combining the best of British ingredients with Filipino flair
Flat Cap Hotels enters administration
Flat Cap Hotels, which was founded by two former Acorn Award winners, has entered administration after nine years of trading.
Bab Haus secures third site at new Caerphilly food hall
Leyli Homayoonfar’s Tex Mex barbecue operation will open its third Bab Haus site at the new Ffos Caerffili Market, due to open this March.

