51% of UK hospitality employees say job demands are now worse than during the peak of COVID 64% describe their teams as understaffed 26% want a task management tool to make their job easier Two thirds (66%) of the UK’s hospitality frontline report feeling so exhausted at the end of their shift that they don’t […] More
In 2022, more and more people are taking the road less travelled on their own. Solo travel isn’t a new concept, and a while back, we were all taking inspiration from YouTube vloggers who were documenting the glamorous lifestyle of a solo traveller. More
The humble lido is a great way to embrace the healing power of nature, have fun with loved ones and cool down in the summer heat. If you didn’t know, a lido is an open-aired swimming pool or bathing beach is open to the public. They’re an icon of the traditional beach holiday and with […] More
Grapefruit, Coffee, and Tonka Vodkas Crafted From Fresh Ingredients Using Cold Vacuum Distillation Award-winning distillers at The Spirit of Manchester Distillery have launched three premium vodkas using fresh, natural ingredients that have been peeled, ground and crushed by hand, then distilled under pressure to capture the cleanest, most vibrant flavours in every drop. More
The team behind 12:51 have opened a brand-new bar on Upper Street, providing a permanent home for the lockdown success story, Around the Cluck by James Cochran. Valderrama’s has officially opened its doors to the public. A bar that shows sport, but not a sports bar as we know it, serving Beavertown beers on tap, quirky cocktails, frozen margaritas and accompanied by James […] More
The Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) in partnership with the Greater Gwent Food Group and Trading Standards Wales has released several new translations of the popular “Allergen Awareness Resources”. More
Study shows hospitality firms are holding back from training opportunities despite benefits to staff retention Almost two-thirds (62.5%) of hospitality businesses have struggled to retain staff over the past two years More
Are your hospitality apprentices assessment-ready? Paul Kelly, Qualifications Director at Professional Assessment Ltd (PAL), shares his top five tips on how to ensure your apprentices have the support they need to pass with flying colours … “As the hospitality sector continues to be hit by staff shortages, training has become more important than ever. For […] More
Restaurant booking technology innovation means constantly staying ahead of the game and delivering a functional product to make clients’ lives easier, explains Jaipal Yadav, Managing Director at restaurant software business Favouritetable in this exclusive interview. More
Hospitality and retail workers want engagement and opportunities for personal growth YOOBIC, the digital workplace leader, today announced the publication of the 2022 State of the Frontline Employee Experience survey — a major global report offering unique insights into the challenges facing hospitality and retail workers and their employers in an era of COVID-19, labour shortages, supply […] More
Rockwell – the destination cocktail bar on Trafalgar Square – has launched Tipple Tea; designed for cocktail lovers and not to be confused with Afternoon Tea. Tipple Tea sees the bar and kitchen team combining their flair for cocktails and love of food to create a perfect pairing. Guests can enjoy a selection of four […] More