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London 2012 Olympics: Six months left and businesses not prepared, says People 1st survey
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With six months to go until the London 2012 Olympics begin the majority of businesses have not prepared themselves for the Games, according to a survey from People 1st who are running a customer service training programme for companies. Related news |
Masterchef's Gregg Wallace to launch retro restaurant in Bermondsey Square Hotel
Masterchef's Gregg Wallace is to open a 1970s themed restaurant in the Bespoke Hotels venue, the Bermondsey Square Hotel, close to the area where the TV host and former greengrocer grew up.
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Valentine’s Day Special: Cupid Concierge at May Fair hotel and Aphrodisiac Menu at Blakes restaurant
Love is in the air this week as hotels and restaurants, including May Fair, Blakes, One-O-One and The Royal Horseguards, tell BigHospitality about special events and promotions they’re running to attract more customers this Valentine’s Day.
Legacy to run Arinza Star Hotels on behalf of administrators
Legacy Hotels and Resorts has stepped in to run two hotels owned by Arinza Star Hotels Ltd after the owner/operator went into administration.
Fuller's reports sales growth ahead of busy 2012
Fuller's, the brewer and pub operator, has reported like for like sales growth of 4.1% for the 42 weeks up to 21 January 2012 ahead of a busy year of sport and acquisition openings for the London-based company.
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Live Music Bill for pubs needs to be implemented sooner, says BBPA
The Live Music Bill was passed by the House of Commons on Friday 20 January but some in the pub industry are calling for it's implementation to be sped up alongside more deregulation for pubs.
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Maximising dessert sales with chocolatier Will Torrent
Ahead of Valentine's Day leading patissier and chocolatier Will Torrent shows us some top recipes for maximising restaurant dessert sales when diners are increasingly looking for lower fat, lower calorie or lower cost options which can provide a challenge for pastry chefs.
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Kenco relaunch professional instant coffee range
Kraft Foods have relaunched their instant coffee range for trade as Kenco Professional complete with a new branding, logo, website and plans for new products in 2012.
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 ASK THE EXPERTSHow to open a restaurant in a hotel: run it yourself or contract out?Gordon Cartwright, managing director of Visionary Dining, advises hoteliers on what to consider if they want to... |
 Career Profile: Will OakleyWill Oakley has over 14 years’ experience working in the luxury hospitality sector. Prior to his new... |
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