Accessibility in Hospitality: ESG vs. EDI Frameworks. In the evolving landscape of corporate responsibility and social equity, the accessibility of hospitality venues for people living with disabilities is key to both. But, is one more aligned than the other? Determining whether this responsibility fits more naturally within the framework of Environmental, Social, and … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2024
Maybe Sammy, in residency soon at Vesper Bar, The Dorchester
One of Australia’s most innovative and awarded cocktail bars, Maybe Sammy, will take up residence at Vesper Bar for an exciting one night takeover of the illustrious and lively bar. The takeover on Thursday June 20, 2024, will also celebrate summer solstice, marking the longest day in the year in the northern hemisphere. Booking available via The Dorchester’s … [Read more...]
The Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation, combating food insecurity in local communities
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services The Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation is a platinum partner to Chapter One, a charity aimed at improving educational outcomes, addressing a root cause of food insecurity. This National Volunteers Week (3-9 June) Sodexo is recognising around 140 employees and young family members who have supported Chapter One this academic … [Read more...]
BaxterStorey Chef Academy celebrates record number of graduates
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services A record number of chefs have graduated from BaxterStorey’s chef academy this year, with female chefs making up approximately a third of graduates. 89 chefs graduated from the academy this year, with 27 women completing their development programmes. The total number of chefs increased by a third - reflecting the company's … [Read more...]
Students seek salaries for sightseeing
Growing numbers of young people are swapping gap years in South East Asia and Australia for trips closer to home amid the rising cost of living, according to a new report from Caterer.com. The report, which surveyed 2,000 UK adults and 250 full-time students, reveals that 417,000 students (aged 16-24 in full time education) are planning on taking a gap year within the … [Read more...]
Mandarin Oriental Mayfair opens
Mandarin Oriental Group’s second property in London, Mandarin Oriental Mayfair opened today on Hanover Square. The new sister property to Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park comprises 50 guestrooms and suites, 77 private residences, award-winning Chef Akira Back’s London restaurant debut, two bars and a beautiful spa. Designed by Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners, Mandarin … [Read more...]
Litmus test of Citadines Trafalgar Square
By Denis Sheehan, FIH: Litmus test of Citadines Trafalgar Square. If like me you are based outside of London, and most of your business contacts are in London, scheduling meetings, travel, and stays requires much planning. The equation to achieve optimal efficiency of course is a moving feast, and one that has too many nuances to fully explore here. The outcome of such … [Read more...]
Levy UK raises £50,000 and counting for ParalympicsGB
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Sports and entertainment hospitality provider, Levy UK, has announced that it has surpassed its £50,000 fundraising target for charity partner, ParalympicsGB, with the total currently standing at £52,534. This comes after almost 250 Levy employees took part in a 5-week, 43-leg, 1,000-mile relay visiting 50 Levy-catered partner … [Read more...]
Royal Patronage of His Majesty King Charles III retained by The Royal Academy of Culinary Arts
The Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) has announced that His Majesty, King Charles III, will continue to serve as Patron of RACA. The announcement follows a Buckingham Palace review of patronages organised by the royal household and the RACA’s former patron, the Prince of Wales, extending to over 1,000 charities and organisations across the United Kingdom. Lisa … [Read more...]
Stonegate invites everyone to celebrate Pride through June and beyond
Stonegate Group, the UK’s largest operator of LGBTQIA+ venues, is launching its 'Serving With Pride' campaign to coincide with June being Pride Month. The campaign highlights Stonegate’s commitment to inclusivity, transforming its venues into vibrant hubs of celebration and unity throughout Pride Month and beyond. ‘Serving with Pride’ builds on last year’s success, … [Read more...]
The Beaumont appoints new CEO
The Beaumont appoints new CEO. Stuart Procter has been announced as Chief Executive of The Beaumont hotel in London’s Mayfair. As one of Britain’s leading hoteliers, with over 20 years’ experience, Procter has a wealth of experience of the international hospitality market and an abiding love of service that began at a very young age. In addition to … [Read more...]
Pub opens community café extending a warm welcome to Horncliffe Hookers
A community café at the Fishers Arms in Horncliffe, near Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, is bringing local people and groups together to help combat loneliness and isolation. Expert help and a Community Services Fund grant from Pub is The Hub, the not-for-profit organisation that helps pubs to diversify their services to help support people living in rural communities, was … [Read more...]