Staffordshire
Explores hospitality and catering developments across a diverse Midlands county, from bustling market towns and canal-side communities to rural destinations and visitor attractions. Coverage spans restaurant and pub openings, hotel refurbishments, menu innovation, and investment in venues, along with seasonal tourism opportunities, workforce updates, and regulatory changes impacting operators. Profiles of local entrepreneurs and event highlights showcase the county’s dynamic food and drink offer.
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Sep- 2025 -29 SeptemberPubs and Bars
RedCat Hospitality sales up 2% in ‘transformational year’
RedCat Hospitality has revealed that its like-for-like sales rose 2% in the year ended 30 March 2025, a year which CEO Richard Lewis has branded “transformational”. In the period, the company saw its adjusted EBITDA rise 290% to £8.8m, up from £2.2m, and its site EBITDA rise 42% to £18.7m,…
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23 SeptemberAwards & Events
Full list of winners for AA Hospitality Awards 2025 unveiled
Chef Gareth Ward of Ynyshir and sommelier Nataliia Maiseionok of Fischer’s Baslow Hall were among the headline winners at the AA Hospitality Awards 2025 in London. The event, held at JW Marriott Grosvenor House, brought together more than 960 guests from across the sector. Awards were presented in 18 categories,…
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Aug- 2025 -14 AugustAwards & Events
AA unveils shortlists for Hospitality Awards 2025
The AA has unveiled the shortlists for eight major categories for its annual Hospitality Awards, set to take place on 22 September at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House, London. These include shortlists for the AA Sustainable Award, AA Restaurant Team Award, AA Spa Hotel of the Year, and AA Housekeeper…
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Apr- 2025 -29 AprilCatering Companies
Accent Catering appoints new regional director
Staines-based Accent Catering Services Limited has appointed Rachel Wilson to its new regional directorship post to support its growing business in the Midlands. Wilson joined the independent catering company in February. She is now responsible for Accent’s strong portfolio of independent and state schools, as well as B&I contracts throughout…
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Jan- 2025 -21 JanuaryPeople
Upstairs appoints new commercial development chef
Upstairs by Tom Shepherd, Staffordshire’s first and only Michelin-starred restaurant, has announced the appointment of Dan Jones as its new commercial development chef. With a wealth of experience at some of the UK’s “most celebrated” Michelin-starred establishments, Jones will play a pivotal role in further enhancing Upstairs’ culinary offerings while…
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8 JanuaryNews
Mediterranean-inspired restaurant Willow to open in Mere Green
Mediterranean-inspired dining concept Willow will open its doors in Mere Green, Sutton Coldfield in February. The launch marks a new chapter for Parogon Group’s expansion plans following the launch of the second Willow site in Telford last year. Willow is part of the brand’s portfolio of restaurants and establishments. Founded…
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Apr- 2023 -28 AprilNews
Punch Pubs adds two pubs to growing portfolio
Independent Pub Company Punch Pubs and Co has recently acquired two new community pubs to add to its 1,300-strong portfolio. The pub company, based in Burton upon Trent, had been seeking more quality acquisitions, including packages and single-site opportunities that fit with its modern and progressive vision and growth plans.…
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13 AprilNews
AiP secures over £3m in school meals contracts
Alliance in Partnership (AiP), specialists in education catering, has recently secured £3.6m in new and retained contracts since the beginning of the academic year. The new contracts comprise a total of 28 schools, including seven in Staffordshire, six schools in Aylesbury, nine in Worcestershire, two in Gloucester, three in Derby…
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Dec- 2022 -21 DecemberPeople
The Tawny Hotel appoints new head chef
The new luxury hotel in Staffordshire, The Tawny, has announced the appointment of Andrew Watts as the head chef of its flagship restaurant, The Plumicorn. Watts takes up the role with 19 years of experience, as prior to joining The Tawny, he was group executive chef at Hawkstone Hall and…
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Sep- 2022 -6 SeptemberRestaurants
Nearly 40% of hospitality services facing worker shortages, study finds
Nearly two fifths of hospitality businesses are facing worker shortages, according to a new study of government data by digital marketing agency Koozai. The new data analysis, which looked at the latest figures from the Office of National Statistics, reveals the extent of worker shortages across different industries and areas…
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