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Michael Caines: ‘Precision cooking technology helps us do stuff well’

Michael Caines: ‘Precision cooking technology helps us do stuff well’

Jerome Smail April 16, 2015 0

Winning a Michelin Star is a huge coup. Maintaining it is a major commitment, so significant equipment changes in the kitchen are something of a risk. Yet Michael Caines MBE has been so impressed

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The BIG Interview: Helder Pereira, CEO, Redefine BDL Hotels

The BIG Interview: Helder Pereira, CEO, Redefine BDL Hotels

Jerome Smail March 14, 2015 0

Helder Pereira, CEO of Redefine BDL Hotels, discusses the future for his company and the challenges ahead for the hotel industry as the pace of change continues to increase Can you tell us a

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Packexe provides simple solution for local hotel refurbishment

Packexe provides simple solution for local hotel refurbishment

Jerome Smail March 5, 2015 0

The Hotel Riviera is a well-known, prestigious hotel in Sidmouth, Devon. The building has existed since Regency times, formerly as three houses, and since being transformed to a hotel has been frequented by thousands

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Casual Dining confirms full exhibitor line-up for 2015

Casual Dining confirms full exhibitor line-up for 2015

Jerome Smail February 17, 2015 0

With all stand space now sold, Casual Dining 2015 – the award winning trade event for the UK’s £7bn casual dining market – will feature over 150 sector leading exhibitors showcasing a vibrant choice

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11 tips on turning your hotel into the ideal wedding venue

11 tips on turning your hotel into the ideal wedding venue

Jerome Smail January 30, 2015 0

By Sandy Moretta and Bernadette Chapman, directors of the UK Alliance of Wedding Planners • Bedrooms: From a couple’s perspective having on site accommodation is almost always a bonus, as guests generally book and

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Industry Insight: Superior access control for the hospitality sector

Industry Insight: Superior access control for the hospitality sector

Jerome Smail January 26, 2015 0

Paul Taylor, hotel locking and access control sales leader from Allegion, comments on the security issues faced by hotels… Superior access control is an absolute necessity for the hospitality industry, and security solutions must

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The New Indulgence Series: The COCOONING Line

The New Indulgence Series: The COCOONING Line

Jenny January 14, 2015 0

Small gifts let guests know that their hosts really value and appreciate them. Hoteliers to whom this is important will, without a doubt, find that something special in the new indulgence products of the

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Smartfil® – A bedding revolution from The Fine Bedding Company

Smartfil® – A bedding revolution from The Fine Bedding Company

Hotel Business January 14, 2015 0

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Intelligent & smart Wi-Fi solutions essential to guest experience in 2015

Intelligent & smart Wi-Fi solutions essential to guest experience in 2015

Jerome Smail January 13, 2015 0

It’s undeniable; Wi-Fi is a key part of a guest’s hotel experience, with many guests rating high quality Wi-Fi as more important than a good night’s sleep. Customer expectations of hotel Wi-Fi are at

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LoveBites set to get pulses racing for 2015

LoveBites set to get pulses racing for 2015

Jerome Smail January 12, 2015 0

Hospitality, like fashion follows trends but often the best ideas are based on modern twists of the classics and while canapés have been the staple welcome to the best dinner parties they now take

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