Nestle Toque d’Or 2011 winners announced
The College of Food, University College Birmingham, has won the Nestle Toque d’Or competition, which recognises culinary talent and business acumen in the next generation of chefs.
Archives for July 10, 2011
IDEAS FROM YOUR PEERS
Travelodge and JD Wetherspoon among companies improving corporate social responsiblity
Restaurants, pubs and hotels, including Travelodge and JD Wetherspoon, share information about the charity initiatives they're involved in for our special corporate social responsibilty themed Ideas from your Peers.
Eating out market continues to grow despite economic pressure
The UK eating out market is expected to grow by 2.8 per cent in 2011 to £42bn, with the low-mid value sector and lunchtimes showing the greatest signs of growth.
Venue caterers urged to study consumer food trends to benefit from sector growth
Event and venue caterers are being urged to check that their food and drink offerings are in line with consumer trends so they can take advantage of predicted growth across the sector in the next four years.
Wetherspoon to open three hotels this summer
Pub group Wetherspoon is preparing to open three new hotels this summer, bringing up the number of hotels in its portfolio to 23.
Anonymous buyer acquires Indian restaurant group V8 Gourmet
Indian restaurant group V8 Gourmet has been acquired by an unknown investor after falling into administration last month.