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Palé Hall Hotel Celebrates Culinary Excellence and Sustainable Practices with Retained Accolades under New Head Chef Sam Griffiths

Anna Startin — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 15:28:04 +0000

Palé Hall Hotel, nestled in the serene landscapes of Snowdonia, proudly continues its legacy of culinary excellence and sustainability with the retention of its prestigious Green Michelin Star. The hotel’s Henry Roberton restaurant has also been reinspected and awarded 3 AA Rosettes under the leadership of new Head Chef Sam Griffiths. These accolades reaffirm the hotel’s unwavering commitment to delivering unparalleled hospitality experiences while championing environmental stewardship in the heart of North Wales. Palé Hall Hotel’s dedication to sustainability is exemplified by its clean, completely carbon-neutral source of electricity, produced from an on-site hydro-electric generating plant. This pioneering initiative, recognized with Wales’ first Green Michelin Star in 2021, underscores the hotel’s unwavering commitment to minimizing its environmental footprint while providing guests with an eco-conscious luxury experience. Further bolstering its culinary prowess, Palé Hall Hotel proudly retains its 3 AA Rosettes, following reassessment with Sam Griffiths at the helm. A testament to the exceptional quality and innovation showcased in its fine dining restaurant, The Henry Robertson Dining Room. The culinary team continues to push the boundaries of gastronomic excellence, sourcing locally wherever possible to support Welsh farmers and reduce carbon emissions. “While we are immensely proud of our team’s culinary achievements, [...]

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New boutique ‘Hotel Indigo Coventry’ opened its doors on 24 January!

Anna Startin — Sat, 24 Feb 2024 09:00:36 +0000

Hotel Indigo Coventry opened its doors on 24 January after the completion of a multi-million-pound project which took just 19 months from start to completion. The stunning, boutique new-build property reflects the unique ethos of Hotel Indigo, part of the IHG Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio, by creating an immersive hospitality experience that draws on the history, rhythm, and pulse of Coventry’s vibrant city, for both leisure and business guests. The hotel features ‘Cogs Restaurant & Bar’ which celebrates the amazing growers’ and producers in Warwickshire and the British Isles. The kitchen is open and fully integrated, allowing the Chefs to be a part of the diner’s experience. The Bar, with 100 seats, is both stylish and captivating, creating the perfect atmosphere for pre- and post-dinner drinks. The hotel also boasts a Fitness Suite, a Wine Wall, and an intimate Meeting Room for up to 12 people. Just as no two neighbourhoods are alike, no two Hotel Indigo properties are alike. Each is designed to uniquely reflect the local culture, character, and history of the surrounding area. Comprising of 101 stylish bedrooms, the rooms are designed around three themes reflecting the vibrance and style of Coventry’s historic neighbourhood – The Spinning [...]

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Heritage hotel and wedding venue gives guests 21st century EV charging

Anna Startin — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 13:43:28 +0000

Abbey House Hotel & Gardens has tied the knot with electric vehicle charging network Be.EV to install 10 EV charging bays at the grade II-listed luxury hotel and wedding venue. The site is the largest ultra-rapid charging hub on the Lake District’s south coast, and the chargers will be available to hotel guests, the general public, local businesses and NHS workers – all of whom can access them via the national Be.EV network. It’s the largest public charging network in the North West, and boasts an impressive operational availability rate of 99.6%. On Wednesday, Be.EV and Abbey House representatives and the general public gathered to celebrate the launch of the site, with over 2,750 miles of free charging given away by Be.EV. Drivers who charged their car on the day, or use the site this week, will also be automatically entered into a prize draw to win a free one night stay at the luxury hotel. The site contains two state-of-the-art Kempower ultra-rapid chargers and three fast chargers – a carefully considered mix to meet the local area’s increasing demand for EV charging. The ultra-rapid Kempower chargers mean that drivers can charge their EV to 80% in as little as [...]

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The Athenaeum Hotel & Residences and Molton Brown announce new partnership to launch a first ever hotel-exclusive collection

Francesca — Tue, 17 Oct 2023 12:00:18 +0000

British heritage fragrance brand, Molton Brown, and The Athenaeum Hotel and Residences, has announced a new partnership to launch a first ever hotel-exclusive Molton Brown collection, providing guests with a sumptuous experience with sustainability and a conscious care for the wider world at its heart. To further enhance its experience for guests, The Athenaeum will offer Molton Brown’s brand-new Reviving Rosemary collection in its guest rooms and public spaces. The range, which is Molton Brown’s first aromatherapy collection, has been created using sustainably-sourced rosemary, and Tamanu Oil collected in Madagascar when the nuts fall from the trees, eliminating waste in the production. The collection offers a fully holistic experience for guests, allowing them to both enhance their bathing experience and enjoy the benefits of aromatherapy. Reviving Rosemary will be available for guests throughout The Athenaeum’s Residences, using Molton Brown’s popular refillable dispensing solutions, which help to reduce waste and add the brand’s classic British styling to any room or space. As a leader in providing sustainable dispensing solutions for hotels for decades, Molton Brown offers solutions to suit every need. At The Athenaeum, this will include the use of the brand’s refillable double and triple dispenser solutions for Bath & [...]

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Green Bar at Hotel Café Royal unveils new absinthe menu

Jade — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 13:13:47 +0000

Hotel Café Royal is proud to announce the launch of its new absinthe menu at the Green Bar. This new menu crafted by the bar’s mixology team to suit all guests, offers a unique experience to explore the world of absinthe with traditional absinthe foundations and creative cocktails. The Absinthe Selection Guests at the Green Bar will be able to explore absinthe from around the world through ‘Absinthe Revival’. The list features different varieties and strengths of the spirit and will be served in an absinthe fountain, a traditional process called louching, in which a sugar cube is slowly dissolved over absinthe using iced water from a fountain. Limited Release Bottles Guests will also have the rare opportunity to try exclusive, limited release bottles of La Fée absinthe, including La Fée X•S Suisse, which is distilled in small quantities in Val-de-Travers in Switzerland, the birthplace of absinthe, as well as La Fée X•S Française, which is made using the highest quality, locally grown herbs in stills dating back to 1870. Absinthe Cocktails The Green Bar’s team has created a selection of absinthe-based cocktails, using a wide variety of spirits, liqueurs and unique ingredients, to ensure there is a cocktail to suit every guest. Femme Au [...]

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Molton Brown take luxury care to the next level with first ever aromatherapy collection for hotel partners

Francesca — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 10:22:37 +0000

Molton Brown is delighted to announce the debut of Reviving Rosemary, the British fragrance brand’s first ever aromatherapy collection, featuring a striking new design to elevate the experience for both guests and hotel partners. Reviving Rosemary caters to the growing consumer demand for aromatherapy and self-care products; the stunning new collection offers an invigorating and uplifting experience, delivered in line with Molton Brown’s exceptional principles of sustainability and conscious care for the environment. As Molton Brown’s first complete collection offering a fully holistic experience for guests, Reviving Rosemary features a fresh, consistent design and the introduction of a sensorial new format, which allows guests to both enhance their bathing experience and enjoy the benefits of aromatherapy. Aromatherapy has become a huge trend as consumers increasingly turn to self-care in the wake of the pandemic. Molton Brown understands that providing a full, luxury service for hotel guests demands delivering an experience which goes beyond scent to deliver a product which cleanses deeply while also uplifting the senses. Revising Rosemary invites guests to slip away from the everyday and into a rejuvenating bathing ritual with its dual benefit aromatherapy offer. The collection is crafted in line with Molton Brown’s core values of [...]

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Luxury Hospitality Magazine speaks with newly appointed Executive Head Chef at The Grand, York, Kevin Bonello

Francesca — Wed, 13 Sep 2023 11:57:54 +0000

Firstly, congratulations on the new role, what do you love the most about The Grand, York? Thank you – I’m very excited about this new chapter in my career. The Grand Hotel has a lot to offer and the people who work at the hotel are amazing. As I have progressed through my career, I have come to realise that it is the people who make the place. I love the history of the hotel – there are so many stories! I also really love the city of York and everything that there is to discover within reach of the hotel; there truly is something for everyone. Talk us through your journey into the industry; did you always know that this was the career for you? From a young age, I was always behind my Granny and Mother in the kitchen. We all loved to entertain and cook. As a child, I wanted to be a pilot or an engineer but at 16 I did a summer job in the kitchen and loved it. I did half a day in pilot training and decided it wasn’t me, so I went back to the kitchen. I never looked back. I learnt [...]

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Riviera, Mayfair’s hottest new restaurant, announces dates for upcoming shows

Jade — Mon, 11 Sep 2023 11:39:41 +0000

The luxury Southern French restaurant is hosting spectacular complimentary shows for diners Riviera – the high-end Southern French-inspired restaurant in Mayfair – has announced it will be hosting complimentary evening shows for all diners, starting from September. Once a month, guests can expect a magnificent show at Riviera, with talented performers travelling from all over the world to put on the show of a lifetime. The breath-taking view of St James’s Street provides an impressive backdrop for the theatrical show. Guests will be treated to performances from dancers, incredible singers and extraordinary acrobats, as well as a charismatic Master of Ceremonies who will accompany revellers through an evening of sensational talent. Each show will be inspired by a different theme, ensuring that no two evenings are the same. From an Alice in Wonderland theme and a Sexy Halloween evening to a night in a Monaco Casino, guests are guaranteed a unique and awe-inspiring evening at Riviera. As guests watch the spectacle, they can indulge in the very best food from the French Riviera. Dine on Steak Tartar or the Truffle & Goat Cheese stuffed Courgette Flower for starters, before moving onto the Native Grilled Lobster & Yuzu [...]

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TREND: Oversized Pendants & Ethereal, Sculptural Lighting

Francesca — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 15:40:29 +0000

A statement pendant light can transform an ordinary living room into a captivating and stylish space. Opting for a hand-crafted sculptural design made from unconventional materials will add a touch of uniqueness and using an oversized pendant will create a sense of grandeur, making the space feel more impressive and inviting. Made entirely from zippers, Gong’s Kelopak pendant design fuses traditional craft with modern elements, resulting in a piece that is filled with stories and soul. Its eye-catching form becomes the focal point of the room, drawing attention upward, to create a striking ceiling feature even when the light is switched off. Kelopak Pendant £965.00 (Made from Zipper) “Bold and sculptural fixtures are predicted to take centre stage for AW23. These fixtures serve as pieces of art in their own right, creating a striking focal point in the room. Sculptural shapes and unique forms add a touch of individuality and character to interior spaces and look great even when the light is not in use. With an increasing focus on sustainability, artisanal and handcrafted fixtures which are made using natural materials are also predicted to be a big trend. Lights made from materials such as glass, cork, silk, linen and [...]

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LAVO opens at The BoTree in September

Jade — Thu, 17 Aug 2023 09:24:31 +0000

The coastal Italian eatery will debut along with The BoTree Bar The London incarnation of LAVO, an Italian restaurant from Tao Group Hospitality, will open in September at The BoTree. Serving lunch and dinner, LAVO joins Tao Group Hospitality’s renowned London portfolio, which boasts the prestigious Michelin-starred Hakkasan at Hanway Place and Mayfair, as well as Yauatcha, the acclaimed Cantonese dim-sum tea house with sites in Soho and the City. The menu, created by the group’s Chief Culinary Officer Ralph Scamardella, will be executed by Culinary Director Stefano Lorenzini. Hailing from San Severino Marche in Italy, Chef Stefano has over 24 years of experience in the culinary world, working at venues such as Santini, Cecconi’s Mayfair, Shoreditch House, and ME London Hotel before moving to New York and becoming Executive Chef for Tao Group. Signature dishes include fresh homemade pasta such as Tagliatelle al Limone infused with marjoram, sweet butter and Kaluga caviar, whole grain, single-source flour pizzas, a showstopper Wagyu meatball topped with whipped ricotta, a delicate Salt-baked mediterranean seabass and an indulgent 20-Layer Chocolate Cake. The cocktail program features dramatic iterations of classics and bold signature drinks, such as the LAVO Negroni, which allows guests to put their own twist on an iconic tipple alongside a curated wine offering, [...]

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