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Chestnut grows wine arm with Bijou acquisition

FIFTY TWO Rudding park to open a new immersive dining experience

Design & Architecture

8 - Duxiana

The ultimate sleep experience

14 - Holiday Inn

Holiday Inn Oxford unveils £12million extension block

22 - Idol Hotel

A tale of romance and delight

26 - Porto Elounda

Your golden ticket to a luxury resort

Hotels & Resorts

32 - Hilton Curio

Lindian Village Beach Resort Rhodes

36 - Adagio

Adagio accelerates its franchise development

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Food & Drink

48 - MOMO Kombucha MOMO Kombucha collaborate with Natoora to launch Watermelon Kombucha

52 - Fifty Two Rudding park to open a new immersive dining experience, with great British menu chef at the helm

58 - Chestnut Chestnut Grows Wine Arm with Bijou Acquisition

Editor’s Choice

74 - The Club Jersey This summer’s most idyllic family package in Jersey

78 - Missoni Missoni brings its signature style to the Verdura Resort

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New collaboration of two pattern powerhouses

- NEWMOR -

Newmor are well known for championing British design, whether that’s their own studio or through their amazing Designer collaborations. Their latest collection with Print Pattern Archive reimagines historical designs, bringing a fresh twist to timeless classics.

The six new designs are an eclectic mix of styles that demonstrate the power of this partnership. Together, Newmor and PPA have revitalised heritage patterns. We caught up with Rose Campbell, Head of Design and Marketing at Newmor, and Cheryl O’Meara, Founder and Co-Director of PPA to hear more.

“Pattern has the power to evoke emotions. Whether you’re designing for a 5-star hotel, workplace, or healthcare, the clever use of pattern and colour are essential components in creating memorable spaces that resonate and inspire us. I have loved working with PPA on this diverse mix of adaptable designs,” said Rose Campbell.

Cheryl O’Meara adds, “In the world of interior design, pattern, colour and heritage are the heartbeats of transformation, breathing life and narrative into space. Our new collection speaks volumes, the six designs are an eclectic mix of heritage and modernity – bringing the hip into heritage.”

The six new designers are:

Gilded Garden - A gilded cornucopia of lush botanical flora and fauna full of intricate detail. The mylar base elevates this design bringing the organic elements to life as the light catches them!

Shikoku - Delicate etchings capture the tranquil scenic beauty of this Japanese island’s botanical wonders. Evoking a sense of peace and harmony in any space.

The Persian Painter - Arts and Crafts-inspired florals, vibrant pomegranates, delicate moths and birds sit gracefully, adding to the warm and enchanting ambiance of this archive musing.

Vintage Verdure - An enchanting reinterpretation of 16th-century Flemish verdure tapestries. The woollen embossed base adds real depth and a tactile quality to enhance the design.

Gilded Garden

The Persian Painter

Shikoku

Mythical Dynasty - Mythical creatures converge with the rich tapestries of Russian folk art. Each tile reveals burnished metallic magic, where majestic dragons and graceful phoenixes are framed amidst celestial patterns.

Optic Tropic - A futuristic fusion of oriental allure and geometric grandeur. This ornate structured trellis is softened by the barely there whisps of bamboo shoots peeping through and delicate shimmer of mylar.

Cheryl O’Meara shared her development journey for the new collection, “Last summer, I spent time in the Far East visiting family in Singapore. It was such an inspiring melting pot of Eastern and Western culture and history, with futuristic organic architecture entwined with lush tropical foliage. There is really no other place like it on earth where the future meets the past in such synergy and celebration. It was fresh in my creative energy as I started to design this collection, so it’s no wonder we have everything from French verdure tapestry to Japanese ethereal scenes”.

This seeming paradox in styles is PPA’s signature approach to design. Their archive houses antique gems from every culture that inspire design direction. Over a decade in the industry, PPA has inspired and

created designs for hundreds of brands across fashion and home, including industry titans such as Alexander McQueen and Soho House.

Cheryl O’Meara explains why the collaboration with Newmor is particularly significant and how PPA approached the project, “Having spent years working behind the scenes as ‘the industry’s best-kept secret’, it feels lovely to step out from behind the curtain and have the opportunity to debut our own creations. Having a blank canvas was quite a new experience, so we just went with our intuition and didn’t overthink it. Kerri and I found ourselves transported to magical spaces, imagining who was there and what they were doing, how they were feeling. Then we would look through the archive for wallpapers and fabrics inspired by the aesthetic and mood of the magic. It was so exciting to see the first samples come to life. From imagination to paper, to computer to real life, we never tire of seeing ideas come to reality”.

Rose Campbell explains why Newmor selected PPA for their newest collaboration, “The first time I met Cheryl and Kerri I knew they would be a great fit for Newmor and bring something really unique to our range. Their contemporary heritage vibe, or ‘hipstorical’ aesthetic as PPA say was exactly what we were looking for and seeing the archive for the first time gave me a tingle down my spine! Cheryl and Kerri have done a fabulous job pulling the designs together, paired with Newmor’s expertise in choosing the right bases from metallics to silk effects really made the designs sing - it’s where the alchemy happened, and the collection came together. It’s been an absolute pleasure working with them both on this project”.

To view the full collection visit www.newmor.com

Vintage Verdure

Above, Mythical Dynasty. Below right, Optic Tropic

FIRMAN GLASS PROJECTS

Firman Glass bring an innovative approach to the structural-design industry, specialising in project design, manufacturing and installation.

From bespoke one-off items through to larger commercial installations, they work hand-in-hand with clients, architects, engineers and builders to develop aesthetically pleasing solutions to their initial design concepts.

Established over 45 years ago, Firman have cemented their position as an industry leader, pioneering architectural glass technology and creating glass structures that were once unthinkable.

Let their highly experienced creative team assist you in realising your concepts and designs, delivering a finished product that will stand apart from their competitors.

From standard mirrors and commercial glazing through to walk-on-glass floors, glass staircases, structural glass boxes and extensions, fire and nonfire rated screens, glass doors, architectural frames and glazing. Firman Glass deliver their projects on-time and to an extremely high standard, always aiming to exceed your expectations.

In the project pictured, starting from an architect’s hand-drawn sketch. Firman were responsible for developing the design using a full turn-key approach. This includes the full structural and fabrication design drawings, manufacturing all the glass and metalwork components in-house and the installation using highly experienced operatives.

The project consisted of a three-story, all-glass staircase, utilising a structural glass stringer and core. glass stair treads and a fully concealed structural steelwork package.

The ultimate sleep experience

- DUXIANA -

A host of stars and celebrities turned out for the launch of a new collaboration between luxury bed maker DUXIANA and Hi-fi giants Bang and Olufsen.

The launch, at the DUXIANA show in Marylebone, London, attracted the world-renowned chef Aldo Zilli, TV presenter and psychotherapist Melinda Messenger, Spurs football legends Ossie Ardiles and Ledley King and pop stars Ben Ofoedu of Phats and Small and Angie Brown.

Soul singer Angie Brown, who had a string of hits in the 90’s, namely “I’m Gonna Get You” performed on the night and said: “This bed is amazing, it’s made for loving!”

Former England footballer King, said: “These DUX beds are really state of the art, they can be tailored to your size, muscle density, and weight to give you the opportunity for a night of perfect sleep, rest and recovery.”

The iconic beds, popular with celebrities around the world, are made by renowned Swedish company DUXIANA. They already supply more than 150 luxury hotels worldwide, and exclusively to the Tottenham Lodge, the club’s world-class training facility, and the Spurs first team who have had the beds fitted at home.

The latest headboard, available from £41,750, crafted from either solid oak or walnut features integrated Beosound Level speakers with a powerful two-way setup, premium woofers, built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth connectivity, long-lasting battery life, and wireless charging capabilities.

Renowned for their exceptional sound quality and sleek design, the Beosound Level speakers are also the world’s first Cradle to Cradle Certified , which means the component arts can be sustainable replaced. This certification also signifies that they meet global standards for safety, circularity, and responsible production while their modular design allows for easy upgrades as technology advances.

Kevin Slade, director of growth at DUXIANA, said: “Our collaboration with Bang & Olufsen marks a milestone in luxury living, blending sleep performance with cutting-edge audio technology to craft unparalleled experiences.”

Tiina Alahuhta-Kasko, Head of Industrial Design at Bang & Olufsen, added: “This partnership pushes the boundaries of design and technology, redefining luxury with integrated audio and sleep solutions.”

The evening also marked another significant milestone in the brand’s history with the launch of the latest version of the legendary DUX bed from the new Sustainable Comfort collection. The collection features a fully re-engineered, advanced customisable, and replaceable component bed with the unique DUX spring system, complemented by the finest natural materials and handcrafted attention to detail.

Guests had the opportunity to experience the superior sleep performance of DUX beds firsthand, testing out the new mattresses to feel their renowned restorative and rejuvenating qualities. Additionally, they explored iconic furniture pieces such as the Jetson and Karin chairs, which have solidified the brand’s reputation for exceptional design and comfort.

www.duxiana.co.uk

Luxury Furniture, Exclusive British Design

- MY FURNITURE -

My Furniture have perfected the neutral trend this season. Their organic, curved silhouettes inspired by nature will add flow, movement and balance to any interior. Create a calm, cosy and relaxing atmosphere by embracing a neutral palette of ivories, chalks and taupes.

With an extensive knowledge of interiors and a forward-thinking approach, My Furniture are constantly creating fresh and original designs. An increasing number of design professionals are favouring this dependable and affordable furniture provider; including architects, interior designers and property developers.

Early 2020 saw My Furniture substantially extend their warehouse and showroom, resulting in increased stock availability and further streamlining the ordering process for the customer. With over 12,000 Trust Pilot reviews and consistent 5-star ratings, customers can buy in confidence.

Designing in-house in the UK enables this luxury interiors brand to do what they do best – offer unique luxury pieces at affordable prices. Equipped with an inhouse upholstery team, it allows them the flexibility to provide bespoke fabric options to suit their customers’ specific needs.

My Furniture regularly add new collections to their portfolio. Whether your preference is hotel luxe or simple elegance, you will undoubtedly find the perfect piece that can be in your home in as little as a couple of days.

New to their collection this season, is the Jolie dining chair. An elegant chair inspired by luxurious hotel interiors.

Also available from their showroom in Nottingham and online are a wide range of products, from bedroom and dining furniture to elegant lighting and accessories. Alternatively, all products can be viewed via a video call facility with a member of the sales team.

My Furniture are passionate about providing excellent customer service and offering luxury items at affordable prices. Authentic, reliable and honest with FAST AND FREE DELIVERY TO UK MAINLAND. Delivery available throughout Europe.

Discover luxury furniture and a wealth of home décor inspiration, visit: my-furniture.com or call freephone 0800 092 1636 to discuss your next project.

Transform Your Hospitality Spaces with Posterlounge

At Posterlounge, we specialize in high-quality, on-demand art prints perfect for transforming hospitality spaces. Catering to business and private customers, our diverse range of art solutions is ideal for serviced apartments, hotels and other hospitality venues.

Exceptional quality, made in Germany Our prints and frames are crafted with meticulous attention to detail in Leipzig, Germany. We uphold the highest quality standards, ensuring each piece meets demanding specifications. From our advanced printing processes to the durability and elegance of our hangings and frames, Posterlounge delivers art that stands the test of time.

Sustainable and customizable solutions Sustainability is integral to our operations. We minimize environmental impact through short production routes and CO2-sensitive shipping options across Europe. Enhance your spaces.

Diverse and curated art collections Explore over 80,000 designs, including works from old masters, contemporary art, photography and illustrations. Whether a classic Monet for a lounge, Klimt’s ‘The Kiss’ for a spa or vibrant modern prints for a bar, we have art to suit every style.

Tailored services for the hospitality industry We provide more than art prints; we offer a comprehensive, personalized service. Our expert team will guide you in selecting art that aligns with your brand and interior design vision. We excel in creating bespoke solutions that bring your ideas to life.

Exclusive business benefits As a business customer, you benefit from exclusive advantages:

• Attractive offers and individual pricing based on order size

• Special discounts for returning customers

• A free sample box with material samples

• Flexible payment options

Wide range of products Choose from a diverse product range, including:

• Posters: premium paper with a glossy finish

• Canvas prints: durable, stretched across solid wood frames

• Acrylic prints: vivid colours with depth effect

• Gallery prints: glossy acrylic glass with aluminium composite panel on the back

• Aluminium prints: modern, satin finish

• Foam board prints: lightweight and colourful

• Wood prints: rustic charm with natural wood grain

• Wall stickers: easy to apply and to remove

• Framed art prints: high-resolution, stylish frames

Contact us Enhance your hospitality spaces with stunning art. Contact our Business Account Manager, Katrine Hartmann, at b2b@posterlounge.com. Discover the creative richness of Posterlounge and let us help you create an unforgettable experience for your guests.

Transform your space with Posterlounge – we live art.

Holiday Inn Oxford unveils £12million extension block

- LGH -

The Holiday Inn Oxford has unveiled a £12million extension block including 66 additional bedrooms, new meeting facilities and a locally inspired courtyard mural featuring some of the biggest films set in Oxford, following growing demand from tourists and businesses in the area.

The extension block features its own reception area and check-in desk for full on-site support for guests and delegates. The homely new bedrooms feature modern interiors and amenities with calming neutral colours plus warm pops of colour and locally inspired artwork. Designed with tourists and business guests in mind there is space to relax or work with a comfortable sofa and spacious desk, with many rooms featuring scenic green views. Family and accessible rooms are also available.

The new meeting and event room can be adapted for a wide range of business or social occasions with space for 100 guests with the latest audio-visual equipment, full catering and on-site parking.

Holiday Inn Oxford guests can discover a bespoke mural in the extension block courtyard, designed by local artist Chrissy Grainger from Indigo Art, with inspiration drawn from a wide range of blockbuster films shot nearby in the historic city. The colourful and vibrant abstract piece features key details from iconic movies including Harry Potter, X-Men: First Class, Saving Private Ryan, Brideshead Revisited, 102 Dalmatians, The Italian Job, A Fish Called Wanda and Howards End. Eagle-eyed movie buffs can enjoy spotting and linking the artist impression references to their favourite films and visit the nearby locations of where they were shot.

Gavin Webster, General Manager for the Holiday Inn Oxford Hotel, commented: “We are delighted to unveil this new extension block, it blends seamlessly with the rest of the upgraded hotel with thoughtful design elements, both practical and visual. We have invested greatly and spared no expense to ensure we are delivering the best possible facilities for our growing guests, for now and many years to come. An important aspect was to showcase Oxford in the best possible light to our visitors with locally inspired artwork and a commissioned mural to reflect the cultural significance of this influential and unique city.”

Following on from the recent successful Open Lobby refurbishment in the main building, the additional investment to the extension block will greatly expand

the hotels services, allowing them to cater for the growing demand of tourists and business needs in Oxford.

According to the Oxford council, Oxford tourism numbers recorded last summer were at a staggering 8.5 million, which has surpassed pre-pandemic levels. In line with this, the area of North Oxford has ample developments in the pipeline as well as exciting new cultural offerings including a new music festival this September in Banbury. In addition, the local ‘Oxford North Project’ is well underway which will include new workspaces and labs for biomedical science, 480 new homes, public parks, shops, restaurants and much more attracting greater numbers to the area.

The Holiday Inn Oxford is ideally located, close to the city centre and within easy access to Oxford Parkway train station for direct links to London and designer outlet shopping at Bicester Village Retail Park. Popular nearby attractions include The University of Oxford’s historic buildings, the Ashmolean Museum, birthplace of Winston Churchill and baroque Blenheim Palace which is just a 10-minute drive from the hotel. The Holiday Inn Oxford offers on-site parking, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service and a popular restaurant. The hotel is also very family friendly, where children can stay and eat for free. The hotel is well equipped to host meetings and events with 11 modern meeting rooms across the Academy Conference Centre. www.lghhm.com

Embracing rustic charm: The timeless appeal of hand-crafted furniture in hospitality

- OLD HICKORY FURNITURE -

In an era where mass-produced furniture dominates many hospitality spaces, there’s a growing appreciation for the unique allure of hand-crafted rustic furniture. Beyond mere functionality, Old Hickory pieces tell stories of craftsmanship, authenticity, and a deep connection to natural materials.

Craftsmanship Beyond Compare

Hand-crafted rustic furniture embodies the skill and passion of our artisans who meticulously shape each piece. Unlike factory-made counterparts, these pieces bear the marks of individuality—subtle variations in wood grain, hand-carved details, and the warmth of hand-applied finishes. Such attention to detail not only enhances the aesthetic appeal but also elevates the overall ambiance of any hospitality environment.

Creating Memorable Experiences

In hospitality, where guest experiences are paramount, the atmosphere plays a crucial role. Our hand-crafted rustic furniture contributes significantly by creating a welcoming and cozy environment. Whether it’s a charming country inn, a boutique hotel nestled in nature, or a rustic-themed restaurant, these pieces effortlessly evoke a sense of authenticity and comfort that resonates with guests seeking a retreat from the ordinary.

Sustainability and Longevity

Beyond aesthetics, hand-crafted rustic furniture often aligns with sustainable practices. Many artisans use responsibly sourced wood and eco-friendly finishes, ensuring minimal environmental impact. Moreover, the durability of these pieces—crafted with timehonored techniques—means they can withstand the rigors of daily use in hospitality settings, offering long-term value and reducing the need for frequent replacements.

Tailored to Tell Your Story

One of the most compelling aspects of Old Hickory’s hand-crafted rustic furniture is its versatility in storytelling. Each piece can be custom-designed to reflect the unique identity and narrative of the hospitality venue. Whether it’s a rugged frontierinspired lodge or a cozy urban retreat, these furnishings can be tailored to complement and enhance the

thematic elements of the space, thereby creating a cohesive and memorable guest experience.

Embrace Authenticity

In a world where trends come and go, the appeal of hand-crafted rustic furniture endures as a timeless choice for hospitality settings. It speaks to a desire for authenticity, craftsmanship, and a deeper connection with nature—all qualities that resonate with today’s discerning guests. As hospitality professionals seek to differentiate their offerings and create memorable stays, integrating our hand-crafted rustic furniture can be a transformative choice that leaves a lasting impression.

Conclusion

Hand-crafted rustic furniture isn’t just about furnishing a space; it’s about curating an experience. Its ability to evoke nostalgia, create a sense of place, and embody sustainability makes it an invaluable asset in the hospitality industry. By embracing the charm and authenticity of Old Hickory pieces, hospitality venues can elevate their ambiance and create memorable guest experiences that resonate long after check-out.

www.oldhickory.com

A Slice Of American History

For over 120 years, Old Hickory

Our furniture is made-toorder in much the same way as it was in the 1890’s.

From iconic National Park Lodges to small private clubs and restaurants, Old Hickory has products that are beautiful, comfortable, sustainable, stylish and stand up to the most rigorous settings like ski lodges and family resorts. We work directly with hospitality designers and decision makers to ensure that each property is unique and special. Old Hickory also offers superior custom designs that will elevate every corner of your space with handcrafted pieces tailored to your unique style and space requirements. Unlock the potential of your space with furniture that speaks to your individuality.

Bespoke tailored soft furnishings, curtains, blinds and upholstery

- CURTAINCRAFT LTD -

Curtaincraft are specialists in all areas of bespoke soft furnishings as well as curtain and blind making for domestic and commercial environments. We supply and install poles, tracks and interior design accessories using the highest quality materials and expertise.

As an independent, Sussex-based team formed over 30 years ago we are able to assist and complete your vision from inception to installation, providing a professional, personal experience for all our clients.

We pride ourselves on providing all clients with the highest standards throughout the process. From our expert guidance on site, in our showroom and at the point of installation, our dedicated team will always endeavour to fulfil your requirements.

We have an appointment-only showroom in Sussex so we can fully dedicate our time to each client. For our local area, an in-home visit can also be arranged to suit your needs. Our team are always happy to advise the best approach to assisting you with your specific requests.

We supply fabrics from a vast array of designers, whether your taste is simple elegance and classic design or a subtle combination of traditional luxury and contemporary living. Very few elements in interior design offer as much versatility and possibility as decorative textiles which can give a room its authenticity and personal stamp.

With our exceptional attention to detail, we are proud to play a vital role with our Architect & Design Clients, many of which have won renowned global awards. From high-end profile clients to our commercial manufacturing of anti-blast/bomb blast systems for worldwide embassies, our specialist skills serve a wide range of clientele in the south east, Surrey and London areas.

For more information about our bespoke soft furnishings, fabrics and services, please call us on 01825 790766 or visit us at www.curtaincraft.co.uk

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The top luxury stays: choosing Simba’s contract mattress tech

- SIMBA -

In the competitive world of hospitality, exceptional guest experiences are paramount, with a key component of this experience being the quality of sleep offered to guests.

Simba Sleep, a pioneer in sleep technology and dedicated to engineering the perfect night’s sleep, is redefining luxury sleep experiences as it expands into some of the UK’s most distinctive hotels and unique stays.

The new Contract Mattress Collection features three distinct models: the Simba Pro Contract, Simba Luxe Contract, and the Simba Green Label Contract. At the heart of the collection lies the exclusive, awardwinning Hybrid® technology, ensuring guests enjoy unparalleled comfort, support, and temperature regulation. Key to this are Simba’s incredible upper comfort layers and supportive base layers.

The upper comfort layers feature Simba’s patented titanium alloy Aerocoil® springs for optimal airflow and pressure relief. They are designed to flex and compress individually, absorbing impact, creating a soothing sensation of being cradled. Localised support and weight distribution ensure that motion transfer is limited, allowing partners to sleep undisturbed by the other’s movements.

The base layers play a critical role in maintaining proper body alignment, offering personalised support and cushioning for the shoulders and lower back. For temperature regulation, the Simba Pro Contract and Simba Luxe Contract incorporate cooling graphiteinfused Simbatex® foam. This innovative material draws excess heat away from the body, ensuring a comfortable sleeping temperature throughout the night.

As a certified B Corp™, the Green Label contract is Simba’s most sustainable option, which uses a natural latex layer infused with cooling graphite, Simba Renew Fibres, made with up to 75% recycled content, and a natural wool layer with temperature-regulating properties that offers comfort and deters dust mites. And, Simba’s advanced duvet tech and adjustable pillows complete every contract mattress, giving every guest the ultimate, cocooning sleep experience.

With outstanding comfort and quality, Simba contract mattresses have been selected by an expanding list of top destinations and retreats around the UK that offer exceptional surroundings, including; House of Gods in Glasgow, The Ellen Hotel in Kensington, Wilderness Reserve, an extensive collection of luxury accommodation set within 8000 acres in Suffolk, Deer Park Country House in Devon, The Lookout in Cornwall, and Room Home Stay in the City of London, and further afield, including Domaine Terra di Gaya in Corsica.

Simba Sleep has been at the forefront of sleep innovation since 2016, has over 300,000 five-star ratings worldwide, more than 60 industry awards, and has sold over 1,000,000 high performance sleep products worldwide. Simba’s reputation for excellence makes it a top choice for discerning hoteliers aiming to provide the ultimate guest experience.

For further information please contact wholesale@simbasleep.com

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A boutique hotel suite is transformed into a warm and cosy retreat by the addition of this contemporary electric fire.

The DRU Virtuo Evolve fits neatly into a clever room-dividing wall, creating a haven of rest and relaxation.

It’s just like a real log fire but cool to touch, with convenient remote or app controls and no harmful emissions. There is a selection of sizes and it is easy to install, needing only a standard domestic electricity supply.

To receive our Hospitality Look Book or a consultation from one of our designers, email: info@drufire.co.uk or visit www.drufire.com

Scan the QR code to see video, full details and download our Hospitality Look Book. www.drufire.com

A tale of romance and delight

- IDOL HOTEL -

Paris is the city of love. Idol Hotel, located in Paris, emanates romantic vibes. DelightFULL has the power to romanticize the hotel.

Idol’s decoration is inspired by the 60s to the 80s in Paris. Illumination ushers in a new era, with midcentury vibes complementing the colors of the space and other furniture pieces.

BOTTI SUSPENSION LAMP

Incredible piece of illumination, the Botti suspension lamp shines as the star of the 60s decade party. Could be the star of every division. Here you can see its glow in this lobby. Botti modern chandelier exudes the electrifying ambiance of a Chris Botti concert. Crafted meticulously from lustrous brass and adorned with a radiant gold-plated finish, this mid-century masterpiece pays homage to the soulful melodies of jazz music.

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BOTTI

COLTRANE WALL LAMP

Coltrane is ubiquitous, gracing every wall with its magnificent light.

The Coltrane mid-century wall sconce, inspired by John Coltrane, creates stunning lighting indoors and outdoors. Handcrafted in steel, it showcases a contemporary style with matte black and gold powder paint finishes. Designed for use in humid environments, it’s perfect for both modern home decor and minimalist hotel rooms.

BOTTI

LAINE SUSPENSION LAMP

You’ve seen a wall lamp and a suspension lamp, but now you’ll appreciate a floor lamp. It’s not just any lamp; it’s the sibling of the Botti suspension, offering a unique and elegant lighting solution.

The Botti floor lamp, inspired by jazz musician Chris Botti, is a stunning mid-century piece crafted from brass with a gold plated finish. Standing at 70.9 inches tall, it features eight spotlights for soft, impactful lighting. Ideal for classic living rooms or mid-century hotel lobbies.

www.delightfull.eu

Project Spotlight: The NinetyThird by Qatar Airways - O2 Arena

After five years of meticulous planning and overcoming pandemic challenges, the latest commercial project by Chaplins Trade - the ‘NinetyThird by Qatar Airways’ Lounge at The O2 is finally live.

Tasked with curating a luxurious furniture and fabric collection that complements each room’s unique aesthetic while supporting large-scale events, the Chaplins team, led by Darren Smith, successfully delivered a space offering the “best seat in the house.”

The project, initiated by AEG Europe and designed by Platform Group, sought a consultative furniture supplier to bring the project to life, while meeting durability and fire regulations. Despite the complexity, Darren and those at Chaplins Trade embraced the challenge, collaborating seamlessly with numerous brands. Chaplins’ contribution to the project’s success was attributed to understanding of the project’s essence, access to diverse manufacturers within budget constraints, and effective project management skills.

The Chaplins Trade department provides a one-stop solution to trade professionals, giving them access to an enviable roster of products, without the headaches that often come from sourcing from multiple suppliers. You can sign-up for a trade account or book a consultation with an experienced project manager to discuss your latest project via their website www.chaplins.co.uk

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The Healey & Lord Modern Doc M Collection includes toilet packs, changing room packs, TMV3 DDA shower sets and Doc M shower packs ideal for high quality hospitality projects. The Modern Doc M Collection is available in chrome, matt black and brushed brass as standard with bespoke finish options available by request.

Your golden ticket to a luxury resort

- PORTO ELOUNDA -

Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort in Crete – part of the family-owned Elounda Collection – is delighted to share its newly transformed Sea View Premium Suites, marking the second phase of the collection’s renovation.

Available to book now, the 48 newly renovated premium suites feature state-of-the-art updates that enhance the hotel’s existing offering. Key highlights include:

• Interior design by Wimberly Interiors – Porto Elounda worked closely with the award-winning design studio combining all five-star standards with touches of Greek decoration throughout.

• Many of the new suites feature private or shared pools.

• All the new suites feature sea views from a private terrace.

Leading design firm Wimberly Interiors – renowned for its collaboration with internationally recognised luxury hotel brands – has overseen the layout and interior design of the new suites. Founded in New York in 2011, the independent interior design firm’s recent work includes Four Seasons Resort and Residences at The Pearl in Qatar, Waldorf Astoria Lusail in Doha, Rosewood Baha Mar and the design of six ultra-luxurious private ‘Grand Suites’ aboard the seminal Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.

Porto Elounda was the second hotel that the Kokotos family developed in Elounda, Crete as part of Elounda Collection, housing the first golf course on the island of Crete. Whilst the resort opened in 1992, it has continuously been expanded and improved, with the addition of numerous features over the years.

About Elounda Collection

Elounda Collection owns and manages three luxury properties in the area of Elounda in Crete, Greece. Elounda Mare Hotel was the first hotel entirely owned by the family of Spyros and Eliana Kokotos. The hotel now has 92 rooms, suites and villas and it is the only member of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux association on the island. Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort was the second hotel that the Kokotos family developed in Elounda, encompassing some of the

latest trends to emerge in the international luxury market, including the first golf course on the island of Crete, the first spa in Elounda, as well as a whole independent wing of seafront bungalows and suites that later became an independent hotel in its own right: Elounda Peninsula All Suite Hotel.

Elounda Peninsula All Suite Hotel soon became a market leader in the Greek luxury hospitality market, offering the largest private-pool seafront suites in the entire country, and having its own range of dedicated facilities for its very special clientele: a beautiful spa with indoor pool, sauna, and authentic hammam, a unique home theatre, a fully-stocked wine cellar, the Ferragamo dinning concept Il Borro Tuscan Bistro and the multi awarded Japanese restaurant Sumosan. At the same time, guests of the Elounda Peninsula have access to all facilities of the resort such as the golf course, Six Senses Spa, Kids Ark, tennis courts and other.

The latest project of Spyros and Eliana Kokotos, includes the Elounda Peninsula Diamond Residences complex. A whole seafront wing of the resort has been set aside for the development of privatelyowned holiday homes, built to the highest standards and offering its services throughout the year and access to their own private beach.

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St. Regis Hotels & Resorts and Alfardan Group unveil a glamorous coastal haven

- MARRIOT

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts and Alfardan Group have announced the highly anticipated opening of The St. Regis Al Mouj Muscat Resort, marking the debut of the brand in Oman. Blending local heritage, avant-garde design and the timeless glamour of the St. Regis brand, the resort introduces the signature hallmarks born at New York’s finest address of Fifth Avenue and 55th Street, to the region’s luminaries.

“The debut of the St. Regis brand in Oman marks a significant milestone as we continue to grow our portfolio of the best addresses around the world,” said Jenni Benzaquen, SVP The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis and Bulgari Hotels & Resorts. “Oman is known for its vibrant cultural heritage, pristine landscapes and warm hospitality. We look forward to inviting guests to experience this thriving leisure destination, coupled with the anticipatory service and cherished rituals for which the St. Regis brand is renown.”

As part of the renowned Alfardan Group, The St. Regis Al Mouj Muscat Resort stands as a testament to the

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group’s dedication to setting new standards in the luxury hospitality industry.

“The opening of The St. Regis Al Mouj Muscat Resort perfectly showcases our dedication to luxury and outstanding hospitality,” said Omar Hussain Alfardan, President and CEO of Alfardan Group. “This resort exemplifies our commitment to providing top-tier experiences and solidifying Oman’s position as a premier destination for discerning travellers and residents. It is a destination that complements ancient heritage with contemporary modernity, offering an exceptional experience that reflects the genuine Omani hospitality.”

Located in the heart of Al Mouj, one of Oman’s most exclusive neighbourhoods known for its luxurious beachfront living, the exquisite resort is a gateway to the captivating cultural wonders of Oman including the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, the Al Hajar Mountains, the natural pools of Wadi Shab, and the crystal water of Daymaniyat Islands.

The resort is positioned on the tranquil shores of the Al Mouj waterfront with direct access to a secluded white sand beach and views across the lush, manicured greens of the adjacent, award-winning golf course. The resort’s curved superyacht-style architecture, designed by Ibrahim Jaidah Architects and Engineers, draws inspiration from the surrounding environment and features a unique wave design while the interior design is curated by Smallwood. A soothing palette of oceanic tones imbued with rich tan and local natural stone set the tone for the design, a nod to Oman’s breathtaking landscape. Elegant décor accented with patterned screens and textured fabrics flow through the public spaces. The resort showcases an artwork collection with pieces from renowned Omani artists including Anwar Sonya, Alia Al Farsi, Sami Al Syabi, Hassan Meer, Budoor Al Riyami and calligraphy expert Fahad Al Balushi, alongside prominent international artists including Arne Quinze, Barnaby Barford, Lorenzo Quinn, Zhuang Hong Yi and Rana Begum.

The St. Regis Al Mouj Muscat Resort features 250 lavishly appointed guestrooms and suites including one-to-three-bedroom duplexes, offering expansive ocean, golf course or city views. Guestrooms feature private balconies, walk-in wardrobes, large bathrooms and luxurious amenities and are filled with natural light by floor-to-ceiling windows. The legendary St. Regis Butler Service, a personalised hallmark of the brand for more than a century, ensures that each guest’s individual preferences are anticipated at every turn.

A new vibrant destination in the capital, the resort presents exceptional culinary journeys through the nine distinct dining venues, featuring internationally acclaimed and Michelin-starred concepts. Hakkasan, a renowned modern Cantonese restaurant, offers world-class mixology and dramatic design. Em Sherif, a fine-dining restaurant, presents a meticulously crafted tribute to the art of Lebanese dining. Roberto’s serves contemporary seafood-inspired Italian cuisine. COYA, a global luxury destination, embodies Latin American culture with authentic Peruvian cuisine, innovative Pisco drinks, and vibrant events. Novikov Café blends Mediterranean-inspired dishes with French, Italian, and Asian flavours, using indigenous ingredients and offering a modern brasserie setting. Karibu serves a fusion of Zanzibari and Omani cuisine, providing a unique culinary experience, while Zorba offers a menu of Greek specialties.

The Lounge offers a quiet corner to enjoy a locally inspired take on the acclaimed signature St. Regis Afternoon Tea, while Sukkar offers a world of sweet desserts and delicacies. The Stage, inspired by The St. Regis New York, features a curated menu of classic expertly crafted cocktails. The intimate space also

features an expansive mural by Omani artist Hassan Meer, depicting the cultural hub, port city and historic site of Muttrah, the old town of Muscat. At sunset, the nightly St. Regis sabering ritual begins in The Stage to celebrate the transition from day to night, while live entertainment sets the tone for the night.

The first Guerlain Spa in the country will be a place of serenity and rejuvenation with 11 treatment rooms including 2 exclusive couple suites, steam rooms, and saunas, and will offer a bespoke wellness menu inspired by Omani philosophy and traditions. The resort offers a variety of fitness and recreation facilities including a fully equipped gym, personal training and yoga sessions, multiple swimming pools, a private beach lined with plush loungers and cabanas, a padel court, and access to Al Mouj Golf course designed by Greg Norman. Through the brand’s Family Traditions programme, the Adventure Hub Children’s Club is a colourful and lively space for younger guests to enjoy.

The resort awaits celebration as a timeless event space offering breathtaking settings for cherished weddings, gatherings, and meetings, embodying the glamour and heritage of the St. Regis brand. Two opulent ballrooms can host receptions for up to 1000 guests, while the private beach and gardens are idyllic settings for intimate occasions.

“The St. Regis Al Mouj Muscat Resort heralds a new beacon of resort glamour to Oman. We are excited to welcome both local and international guests seeking unparalleled luxury to experience the first St. Regis in the country,” said Tarek Mourad, General Manager, The St. Regis Al Mouj Muscat Resort.

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts is part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands. Opening offer includes breakfast for two and a room upgrade starting at $325 (125 OMR) per night.

Redefining world-class luxury hospitality

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Located at the edge of Akamas National Park in Paphos, Cyprus, Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort is a five-star destination nestled on a stunning natural seafront. Surrounded by olive groves and built from distinctive Cyprus stone, the resort exudes authentic local charm. It’s just 25 minutes from Paphos city center and 40 minutes from Paphos International Airport.

Cap St Georges offers expansive, premium accommodations with 202 sea-facing rooms and suites, ranging from the 7-bedroom Presidential Villa Suite with a private pool to interconnecting family suites. The resort features a 130-meter beach cove, three outdoor pools, an indoor pool, Quiet Zone Beach, and an outdoor playground for younger guests.

Culinary experiences at Cap St Georges are exceptional, with each dining venue offering a unique gastronomic journey. Following the success of the 2023 Michelin Culinary Events, the resort continues to host monthly Michelin chefs in 2024, including Danielle Lippi from Italy. The Sky7 Restaurant provides world-class cuisine with panoramic views of the Mediterranean. Other chefs on the roster include Edwin Vinke from the Netherlands, Peter Gast from France, Luis Brito from Portugal, Anton Gschwendtner from Germany, and Wilco Berends from the Netherlands.

Dining options include the Kohili Beach Bar, offering innovative summer recipes and signature cocktails, and the Kohili Restaurant Bar, which serves fine Mediterranean dishes. Bonsai provides Asian cuisine with teppanyaki stations, while Sapori offers Italian gastronomy with premium wines. Yeronisos serves organic food from the Perivoli farm, and Thalassa Pool Bar offers curated refreshments. Chroma Lounge & Lobby Bar features 180-degree sea views, music, and sunsets. Gelato in the Agora Square delights with ice cream, crepes, and artisanal coffees.

The spa at Cap St Georges is a sanctuary of luxury, offering bespoke therapies and treatments using high-end products like Valmont, Cinq Mondes, and Kypwell. The 2,585m2 spa includes hydrotherapy whirlpools, cold plunge pools, thermal saunas, steam rooms, and aromatherapy showers, providing a holistic retreat for mind, body, and soul.

Entertainment at the resort includes an openair cinema in Agora Square for family movie nights and a state-of-the-art Game Lounge with professional computers and game consoles. Sports facilities include tennis, paddle tennis, mini football courts, two UEFA-sized football pitches, a horse ranch with 54 horses, an archery range, beach volleyball, and basketball courts. Water sports like kayaking, snorkeling, and diving offer extraordinary experiences.

Beyond the resort, guests can explore rich archaeological, historical, cultural, and natural sites, such as the ancient baths of Adonis, the Avakas Gorge trail, and the Sea Caves, home to Monachous Monachous seals.

For more information, visit www.capstgeorges.com or contact your preferred travel agent.

Lindian Village Beach Resort Rhodes

- HILTON -

Curio Collection by Hilton is a global portfolio of remarkable hotels hand-picked to immerse guests in one-of-a-kind moments in the world’s most sought-after destinations. Each hotel in the Curio Collection evokes a bespoke story through distinctive architecture and design, world-class food and beverage and curated experiences.

Lindian Village Beach Resort Rhodes is a breathtaking addition to the growing Greek portfolio of Curio Collection by Hilton hotels. Set on a private beach overlooking the glistening Aegean Sea, this is the perfect secluded destination for curious travellers looking to relax, unwind and enjoy the best of what the Greek island has to offer.

Mr Anestis Daneos Michaloudis, General Manager, Lindian Village Beach Resort Rhodes said,

“At Lindian Village, our philosophy revolves around providing an exceptional and holistic guest experience,

where comfort and luxury are paramount. We have chosen to invest in premium Hypnos mattresses because we believe that a restful and rejuvenating night’s sleep is the cornerstone of a memorable stay. Hypnos is renowned for its dedication to quality, craftsmanship, and sustainability, mirroring our commitment to excellence. By offering our guests the unparalleled comfort and support of Hypnos mattresses, we ensure they wake up refreshed and revitalized, ready to enjoy the serene beauty and hospitality of Lindian Village. This investment not only enhances our brand’s value but also elevates the overall prestige of our resort, reaffirming our dedication to the highest standards of guest satisfaction.”

The 188 spacious rooms and suites have an inviting minimal ‘boho’ design, exuding refined elegance. Earthy tones and natural textures create a harmonious flow between the stunning surrounding nature with views of the Aegean Sea, and the relaxed indoor atmosphere.

Each suite comes with either a private pool, veranda, or Jacuzzi, for an added touch of luxury. Every detail to enhance the guest experience has been considered, including elevating this tranquil escape with a sumptuous Hypnos bed in every room and suite.

The hotel’s Calli Spa celebrates the rejuvenating benefits of local herbs, essential oils and minerals with a variety of healing and results-oriented treatments. Guests can also participate in “Eudaimonia” spirituality sessions, meaning ‘happiness’ in Greek, which is an exclusive experience for body, mind, and soul, specially curated to achieve the “soul’s glory”.

Guests also have access to a private beach, freshwater swimming pools, eight restaurants and bars, spa, gym, tennis court, numerous experiences, and a kids club for the ultimate getaway for both couples and families.

David Baldry, Group Managing Director at Hypnos said, “Sleep is integral to achieving a positive guest experience, and we work closely with hospitality brands all over the world to ensure their guests have the ultimate nights’ sleep. As a luxury British bedmaker, Hypnos has been handcrafting mattresses and beds for over 120 years, perfecting the art of sleep for the wellbeing of people and the planet.

For us, comfort and sustainability are intrinsically linked, having invested in trusted international

licensees and supply chain networks to reduce our environmental impact and meet the global demand for Hypnos beds both effectively and sustainably.”

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Adagio accelerates its franchise development

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In addition to its development model based on direct leasing or management contract, Adagio is strengthening its growth through the franchise segment with the openings of the Adagio Access Rouen Center Cathédrale, the Adagio Access Porte de Camargue, and the Adagio Access Brussels Airport. The Adagio franchise network has quadrupled in 6 years, going from 5 franchised aparthotels in 2018 to 28 today, i.e., nearly 20% of the sites operated under the Adagio brand. A fourth opening will take place this year, this time in Master Franchise, with the Adagio Original Abidjan Marcory, the group’s first site to open its doors in sub-Saharan Africa.

The development of the franchise is proof that the aparthotel concept defended by Adagio has found its place in the hospitality offering. Indeed, the Adagio brand and the tools that allow franchisees to be its ambassadors are attracting more and more partners in the sector wishing to expand their hotel portfolio and their activities in an agile manner. Resulting in Adagio

receiving many expressions of interest from potential partners during the last International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) which was held in Berlin from 15th – 17th April, and during the congress of the

Accor Franchise Association (AFA), which took place last March in Antibes.

The development of franchising constitutes one of the axes of the Next Adagio strategic plan: in the coming years, 2/3 of openings, both in France and abroad, will be carried out using this model, with the objective to reach a percentage of franchises of 35% before 2030.

For this, Adagio will be able to rely on the Accor group, a 50% shareholder, which benefits from a Master Franchise partnership strengthening the growth of the Adagio network beyond its geographical zones, particularly in more distant locations: subSaharan Africa, the Middle East or Asia. This mode of operation will in particular make it possible to create a “combo” offer bringing together two brands (Adagio and another brand from the Accor group) within the same walls, allowing the manager to mutualize areas dedicated to customers or to technical facilities, and to optimise costs.

The strategy of using franchising as a growth driver consolidates Adagio’s economic model; and the balance between the various modes of operation ensures at the same time rigorous management of the brand, the development of innovative concepts like the coliving offer tested in Adagio Original Paris Bercy and soon deployed in Adagio Original London Whitechapel (both directly operated by Adagio), the permanent transmission of knowledge and also faster

development of the number of sites under the Adagio brand, thanks to the help of partners.

Focus Adagio Access Rouen Center Cathedral

The Adagio Access Rouen Center Cathédrale (75 apartments) is located in an exceptional location, in the heart of the historic city centre, on the site of the former Palais des Consuls. Located within the walls of the historic building rebuilt in 1956, it benefits from a completely reinvented interior architecture.

Complete hotel services are offered: parking, reception, catering, swimming pool, all in a world of inventive and inspiring design.

Focus Adagio Access Porte de Camargue

3 minutes from Saint-Martin-de-Crau train station, the Adagio Access Porte de Camargue (51 apartments) is ideally located in the immediate vicinity of the Alpilles Natural Park and the Camargue Regional Natural Park.

This aparthotel is developed as a “combo” with an Ibis Budget opened in 2015, with which it shares part of its infrastructure. It has its own lounge bar, coworking space, a swimming pool, reception and a separate breakfast area.

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Keith Prowse launch Beyond The Game; A new insights paper exploring event hospitality insights, trends and their drivers

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Have you ever thought about what drives people to attend a live event – and after that decision is made, why opt for a premium experience?

Keith Prowse are the premium Experience Experts, and have been for over 220 years and counting –what started as a theatre ticket enterprise in London’s West End in the 1800’s is now the UK’s leading hospitality provider. As part of Levy UK – the sports, leisure and hospitality division of Compass Group UK & Ireland – they hold official appointments at The Championships, Wimbledon, Twickenham Stadium, Edgbaston Stadium, LTA Championships, The Kia Oval and American Express presents BST Hyde Park.

Keith Prowse (keithprowse.co.uk) have a contentdriven ‘always on, always providing value’ marketing strategy designed to continue to elevate their position as the thought leader within the world of hospitality - and that’s exactly why they recently launched a brand-new insights paper (an annual approach to whitepaper work), entitled Beyond the Game!

Download the full paper (complimentary of course) via the QR code on the right, but to whet the appetite – pun intended - here is a summary of the key insights gleaned:

• Time is our richest asset; 78% of whitepaper survey respondents state they’d rather receive the gift of time as opposed to a physical gift - and when choosing an experience, guaranteeing quality time together (diaries marked!) is the predominant factor. Going out is most definitely in.

• Purpose is key; Values as to why we attend events are more disparate – and more innovation/ diverse formats (i.e. the growth trajectory of women’s sport e.g. Red Roses) means more choice.

• Multigenerational days out; With the economic landscape as it is, it is the ‘grandparent’ generation that are ‘premiumising’…but often taking their kids and grandkids along for the ride. A favourite genre of event within this trend industry-wide is concerts, which Keith Prowse are witnessing first-hand being the Official Hospitality Partner of American Express presents BST Hyde Park!

• Premium experiences provide ease (e.g. guaranteed seats), elevation (e.g. better seats/ views of the action) and access (e.g. early, private access for some events).

• Contributors within include luxury events consultants who have worked at the likes of the FIFA World Cup (Fernanda Graeff), Elle, Esquire and Women’s Health Magazines (Victoria Archbold) – and the CEO of the Women’s Sport Trust, Tammy Parlour

Download your very own complimentary copy of the full whitepaper via the QR code on the right!

REPRESENTATIVE OF 12,000 CURRY HOUSE IN THE UK

About BCA

Bangladesh Caterers Association UK (BCA) is the umbrella organization of approximately 12,000 British-Curry restaurants across the UK BCA was established in 1960 to represent the Catering Industry run by the ethnic Bangladeshis At present, the industry employs more than 100,000 people, wit an estimated yearly turnover of £4.2 billion. BCA organises various activities to promote all aspects of Bangladeshi culture with priority on Bangladeshi cuisine in Great Britain as well as in Europe

CA is a democratically run nonprofit making organization having an elected executive committee taking control every 2 years The NEC is the highest forum within the BCA and three key personnel, i.e. President, Secretary General and the Chief Treasurer, run the day-to-day activities under the overall supervision and monitoring of NEC

Current office bearers are, President- Mr Oli Khan MBE, Secretary General- Mr Mitu Chowdhury, Chief Treasurer- Mr Tipu Rahman.

Over the years BCA has established itself as the herald of Asian Community by facilitating, advocating and promoting the interests of the curry industry With the passage of time BCA has grown its capacity to be able to generate huge business potentials for all suppliers, be it small cash & Carry or a giant trade body like Cobra, Kingfisher or Coca-cola

BCA has been representing the Bangladeshi curry industry for the last 64 years. The Association exists to ensure that the views of the Bangladeshi Curry industry are represented in a forceful, coherent and coordinated way to government and policy makers in the UK and internationally As the national trade association for Bangladeshi caterers, our primary role is to lobby with the local and central government across the UK, representing the views of the curry industry

BCA National Executive Council 2023-2025

Oli Khan MBE FRSA PHF Hon’ble President of BCA

Proven Track record n Leadership, former ecretary general of BCA, Current president of BCA

Oli is an n t e r n a t i o n a l l y chef, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist and one of the leading inspirational personalities of the British Asian community His emergency response for NHS staff, Care homes and vulnerable peoples in the community during the unprecedented Pandemic He distributed over 15,000 complementary hot meals to NHS staff, key workers, homeless, bin workers, care homes, fire, police, ambulance services, Post Office, GP, and to isolated elderly and disabled people

Oli has the Guinness World Record title for the World Largest Onion Bhaji weighed 175 48 kg one-piece bhaji, that was made in February 2020 and feed over 500 homeless peoples Oli has been recognised by Late Her majesty the queen with an MBE 'Member of the Order of the British Empire' given for an outstanding achievement or service to the hospitality industry and charity in the UK and Abroad during COVID-19

This panel’s vision is to bring change within BCA and the curry Industry Focusing on strengths and skill sets our aim is to combine experience and expertise along with passion and energy. A dynamic and innovative team, that wants to build trust and confidence Decisions will be made based on discussions and debate for the betterment of the industry “Together we can make BCA stronger is the way forward”

Mitu Chowdhury

Secretary General of BCA

Mitu Chowdhury was born and brought up n Sylhet, Bangladesh n 1964 He went to he local school and hen studied science at he MC College and ory and sociology at MC College, Sylhet After graduating he left for England and settled in Maidstone, Kent joining his brother He studied BTEC business and finance at Mid Kent college in Maidstone whilst at the same time having a part time job working at the family restaurant so that he could learn the business After three years Mitu opened his first restaurant in Harrietsham and then in 1993 opened the Mughal Dynasty in Maidstone - a restaurant which he runs very successfully to this day At the same time that he was running the restaurant he also studied for an Hon ours degree in Politics at Christ Church University in Canterbury, Kent At the same time he launched a successful property development business His interest in politics led him to join the Conservative party in Maidstone where he actively campaigned on behalf of his local MP, Helen Grant He has been a member of the BCA since opening his first restaurant and was elected Vice President then Joint Chief Treasurer and, he is current running as a successful secretary general of BCA and serving the curry industry

He is focusing on efforts on tackling the current issues facing our curry industry, energy cost cap on hospitality sector, need for a reduction on VAT and freeze the Business rates and so on

Tipu Rahman

Chief

Treasurer of BCA

When Tipu Rahman moved to the UK rom Bangladesh 30 years ago Starting with his Brother Restaurant in Leicester he that would shape his career as a chef and creator of South Asian cuisine

He established the Bangladeshi and Nepalese restaurant "Tamarind" in Northampton and went on to win numerous important honours In addition to winning "International Chef of the Year 2009–2010," Mr Rahman also accepted Lady Frazer's award for "Best Vegetarian Dish " Mr Rahman also holds the title of Official Guinness World Record Holder for the Tallest Stack of Poppadoms (2012) in addition to receiving the Midlands Curry award for "Best Restaurant in the East Midlands" and the BCA title of "National Chef of the Year 2011-2012 " Mr Rahman prepared his signature dishes for an Official Scout Jamboree formal ceremony and was requested to cook for Bangladesh Honourable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who recognises him as the country's culinary ambassador Mr Rahman is currently the President of the East Midlands Region and the Senior Vice President of the Bangladesh Caterer Association. He successfully organised and hosted the BCA Official Chef Competition in Northampton College in 2015–16, which was covered by the National media BBC and ITV In 2022, Mr. Rahman ventured internationally and launched a flagship fine-dining establishment called "TR Lounge" in the heart of Gulshan -2 Dhaka, Bangladesh

Jamal Uddin Mokaddus Senior Vice President

Mohd Faizul Haque Senior Vice President Shah A Malik (Azad) Senior Vice President Muzahid Ali Choudhury Senior Vice President

Syed Hasan Ahmed Senior Vice President Moin Uddin Senior Vice President

Meher-ul Islam Senior Vice President

Manik Miah Senior Vice President

Masud Ahmed Senior Vice President Abdul Latif Kawsar Senior Vice President Atikur Rahman BEM Senior Vice President

Khan Senior Vice President

Karim Nazim

Vice President Hussain Ahmed Senior Vice President

Zia Ali Senior Vice President

Suruk Miah Senior Vice President

Abjol Hussain Senior Vice President

Wahid Rahman (Bulu) Senior Vice President

Shabbir A Choudhury Senior Vice President

Pabel Kadir Chowdhury Senior Vice President

Abdul Hafiz Senior Vice President

Shakur Ali Vice President A Khalique Choudhury Vice President

Ahmed Vice President

Miah Vice President

Shelu Miah Vice President

Badrul Uddin (Raju) Vice President

Malik Uddin Vice President

Misbah Uddin Vice President Abdul Hye Vice president

Abdul Haque Vice President

Abdur Rahman Vice President

Tahir Ullah Khan Vice President

Abdul Mannan Vice President

Mohd Abdul Kadir Vice President

Jila Miah Vice President

Mujibur R Junue Deputy Sec General

Mohd Nasir Uddin Deputy Sec General

Abdul Sufan Joint Chief Treasurer

Sam Haque Joint Chief Treasurer

Forhad H (Tipu) Organising Secretary

Shohidul Hoque Chy Deputy Organ Sec

Yameem R H Deedar Membership Sec Mohd Saiful Shipu Jnt Membership Sec

Naz Islam Press & Publication

Jakir Ahmed Chy Ass Press & Public Sec

Shamsul A Khan (Shahin) Marketing Secretary Makdad Khan Ass Marketing Zakaria Chowdhury Training and education sec

Abdul Kuddus Public relations sec

Shah Emran Hussain Asst Public Relation Sec

Mohd Ruhul Alom Asst Public Relation Sec

Fazla Rabbi Chy Social & Cultural Sec

Khaliur Rahman Sports Secretary M A Munim OBE NEC Member M M Kamal Yakub NEC Member

N R Khandaker MBE (Pasha) NEC Member Bajloor Rashid MBE NEC Member Parvez Ahmed NEC Member Mohd Fozul Uddin NEC Member A S M Babla NEC Member

Mohd Abdul Sulman JP NEC Member M Nazam Uddin Nazrul NEC Member

Abidur Rahman (Babul) NEC Member Aminur Rashid Shelim NEC Member M Kamruz Zaman (Jewel) NEC Member Abdul Hannan NEC Member Gulam Nurani Khan NEC Member Muhibur Rahman Muhib NEC Member Gulam Robbani Ahmed NEC Member

Lodue Miah Chy NEC Member Karim Miah Shamim NEC Member

Abdul Haque NEC Member

Ahmed Ali NEC Member

Salim Chowdhury NEC Member Cllr Anamul Haque NEC Member

Abdul Razak NEC Member

Jayed Ali (Kushnu) NEC Member

Syed Abul Monsur Lilu NEC Member Saliqur Rahman NEC Member

Masum Ahmed NEC Member Jakir Chowdhury NEC Member

Mustafizur Khandaker Payel NEC Member

Moh Altafur Rahman (Shaheen) NEC Member

Towfiqur Rahman Lucky

Kamaly

Guljar Khan

Zuned Abedin

Member Waliur Rahman Chy Tipu

Member

Rashid Salim

Muhith Shabul

Mohd Abdus Sahid

Jomjom Rashid

Shamim

Shahid Chowdhury

Member Mushahidur Rahman

Tarif Miah

Mohd Ash Miah

Member Md Abdul Hannan

Member

Abdul Rouf

Member Delwar Ahmed

Member

Syedur Rahman Chy

Member Kasru Miah

Member

Rahman

Muhidur Rahman

Khaled Ahmed

Member Md Miftaur Chy

Member Mohd Khayrul Islam

Abu Bakkar Khan

Member Rasel Ahmed

Bringing real flavour to the table

- OTC BEVERAGES -

My brand of non alcoholic beverages was born as idea in 2017, when I attended my fathers birthday party. I felt there was a gap to be filled as the drinks tasted good, were made with minimal ingredients and had benefits associated with drinking them. I wanted to take the same products and elevate them. Create the same recipes with quality ingredients, refreshing taste and wrapped in packaging that had a premium look and feel. I realised early on that I did not want to just create a drink, I wanted to create a Brand. A brand that could make a difference and leave a legacy for my children and my nephew. I researched a manufacturer, did a course on Public food Health and passed the exam. Within three months of launching, we were shortlisted for the best drinks category at the Food Matters Event in Excel: in 2020, we were shortlisted in the Fruit Juices and Mixers category, in 2021, E2 Media Food & Beverages award and I won international Business Woman’s of the Year Award 2022.

In addition to the above, we have been included in the Mah Rainey Movie and MoBo celeb Xmas hampers in 2020.

In 2022, we attended the NOPE Event in Excel London, an event we had waited to attend for 2 years. It was a great success for us, as we were finalists in our category, Best organic Drink. the following morning one of the judges visited the stand to congratulate us on creating a great drink.

In the midst of the pandemic we launched our new flavour, Butterfly Pea Flower with Juice. The new flavour was well received and we entered the product in the Great British Food awards. The judges give a high mark of 15 as an assessment, our new flavour scored

12/15, which is a great watermark that confirms we are doing the right thing with our product development.

In 2021, we worked with an up and coming Director on a movie called ‘On the Other Foot” our beverages were used as product placement in the movie and we were recognised in the credits as a partner. We will be working with the same director on his next movie which is being filmed right now. We are so excited about these partnerships. WE have a number of events coming up in the year, one of which is us being a partner of the St James House Group Platinum Jubilee Celebrations - Strive for Perfection - with the Rolls Royce Enthusiasts Club. OTC will be featured in a commemerative book that will be issued to all the owners of Rolls Royce and Bentley’ along with all of the showrooms. We have achieved a lot in the 5 years that we have been in business and we are looking forward to gaining more customers and becoming a household brand.

Thank you for your support, as we could not do this without you. www.otcbeverages.com

IT’S ALL ABOUT

THE MOMENT

when the coffee completes the perfect stay.

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MOMO Kombucha collaborate with Natoora to launch Watermelon Kombucha

- MOMO KOMBUCHA -

South London based husband and wife team, MOMO Kombucha, create Great Taste Award winning kombucha using natural methods; 24th June 2024 saw the New Covent Garden Market based brewery launch collaborative Watermelon Kombucha (RRP £4.50 per 330ml glass bottle) with Natoora (www.natoora. com), available from MOMO, Natoora, Gail’s Bakery, Selfridges, Planet Organic and Whole Foods Market throughout the summer.

MOMO’s unfiltered kombucha blends perfectly with Sentinel Watermelon, resulting in a burst of sweet, fruity flavour perfectly balanced by the classic zingy tones of Kombucha. The Sentinel Watermelon is grown by Oscar Zerbinati, in Mantua, Northern Italy, an area renowned for its melon growing; the Zerbinati family is one of the most celebrated growers in the region. The watermelons are grown slowly, reaching up to 18kg, Oscar grows one melon per plant to ensure the plant puts all its energy into the one fruit; he carefully restricts their water intake, forcing them to cling to the nutrients in the mineral rich clay soils, resulting in dense, rich flesh.

This may be the lightest, most refreshing kombucha MOMO has ever made, and really highlights both the quality of the produce and kombucha as a medium. Zerbinati’s Watermelon is rich, with juicy, sweet flesh making the kombucha ideal for summer sipping; reach for this one at a picnic, BBQ, or after a long, hot tube journey.

Founder of MOMO Kombucha, Josh Puddle says of the collaboration, “We are so grateful to have partnered with Natoora and to have been able to combine Zerbinati’s expertly grown watermelons with our kombucha. I wasn’t sure the flavour would cut through the kombucha, but it really does and has totally surpassed our expectations – all credit to our Head Brewer Matt Canham. We’re also happy to be supporting Natoora’s Farm Fund through this partnership, a fantastic organisation supporting young farmers committed to agroecological methods.”

Natoora is committed to revolutionising the supply of fruit and vegetables to shape the future of food for the better. They work with over 2,000 of the world’s most

influential chefs across the globe, as well as engaging directly with home cooks to change the way people think about and consume fruit and vegetables. Their goal is to create a more meaningful and responsible food system that preserves seed varieties, growing techniques and flavours that are threatened by modern industrial farming and supermarket culture.

MOMO Kombucha is on a mission to produce the best tasting and highest quality kombucha, which they achieve by using finest ingredients, including a blend of the finest teas and slow pressed juice; brewing in glass jars, in super small batches, and leaving the liquid completely unfiltered to offer the maximum health impact.

WHAT IS KOMBUCHA?

Kombucha, or fermented tea, has been around thousands of years. When properly brewed it is a delicious, slightly fizzy and refreshing soft drink that is low in sugar and naturally contains probiotics and healthy organic acids. Kombucha is made using four simple ingredients: tea, water, sugar and a SCOBY (Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast).

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Rudding park to open a new immersive dining experience, with Great British Menu chef at the helm

- FIFTY TWO -

Rudding Park, the luxury resort in Harrogate, North Yorkshire is to open a new immersive dining experience. FIFTY TWO will open on Thursday 16 May and fresh from his appearance on this year’s Great British Menu, Adam Degg has been appointed Head Chef and Host.

Previously Head Chef at Horto, the contemporary fine dining restaurant at Rudding Park, Adam was awarded 3 AA rosettes and has worked with multiMichelin starred chefs including Tom Kerridge.

Inspired by the number of raised beds in Rudding Park Kitchen Garden, FIFTY TWO will take its cue from ‘mother nature’ with dishes created using the highest quality ingredients cultivated in the kitchen garden or selected from trusted local producers and purveyors, whilst carefully selected wines,

Adam Degg, Head Chef FIFTY TWO, Rudding Park

freshly made juices and garden-inspired cocktails complement the food.

Adam explains: “We have been developing the concept for some time and want guests to feel as though they are at a relaxed dinner party at home with great food and drink, great company and great conversation.

Given ‘the best parties always happen in the kitchen’, the space is literally an open kitchen, featuring a bespoke seven metre kitchen island. Five tables with social seating offer prime views of the action. Like a dinner party with friends, you don’t see a menu in advance and guests place their faith in the cooking skills of the host, so in this case, me and my team!

From the moment guests arrive they will be immersed in the Kitchen Garden which they can explore with a drink and snack before making their way through an espalier hornbeam hedge linking the Kitchen Garden to FIFTY TWO.

Here the evening continues with a series of dishes starting with a selection of snacks, freshly-baked bread and an assortment of plates leading up to our signature sharing dish, followed by desserts and treats.

A key part of the concept, we want guests to feel at home! We’ll have aprons on hand for those who are keen to get involved, a pack of cards to spark the ‘art of conversation‘ and over pudding, we couldn‘t resist ‘dessert‘ island disc - the chance for guests to select a track for the FIFTY TWO playlist.”

The building is made up of five shipping containers. In the spirit of its industrial beginnings, steel elements have been incorporated into the scheme with oversized raw steel window reveals to retain

the industrial character of the containers. Large picture windows and sky lights have been cut into the containers to bring the outside in and add a light and airy feel.

The Kitchen Garden is quite literally a key ingredient of the FIFTY TWO dining experience where Kitchen Gardener, Emma Pugh and her team grow over 500 different edible plants. Using organic and nodig principles, the gardeners enrich the soil with a variety of organic matter so the crops are packed with nutrients giving the freshest seasonal flavours and textures on your plate.

Karen Tyson, Resort General Manager comment: “The importance of providing amazing experiences, memorable for all the right reasons, continues to grow. FIFTY TWO is just that – an innovative concept and one we believe will become a Yorkshire destination dining experience. Adam is an extremely talented Chef and certainly one to watch – a star in the making!”

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A Taste of Bangladesh arrives in Camden Market’s Hawley Wharf

- DHAKAAH -

We are thrilled to announce the launch of Dhakaah, a casual dining restaurant in Camden Market’s Hawley Wharf, which will bring the very best of Bangladeshi cuisine to a London audience. The grand opening is set for 24th July, with a series of soft launch activations in the run-up to the main event.

Dhakaah is a celebration of the street food and specialities of Bangladesh and is named after the country’s vibrant capital Dhaka. The menu is split into bar snacks, small plates and bigger plates. Open the meal with a cold beer and Fuchka, Bangladesh’s answer to Pani Puri filled with spiced potato, chickpea and spiced tamarind water; Peyaju, deliciously crisp dhal fritters or Shingara – shortcrust pastry filled

with soft potato and spiced vegetables. Bigger plates include the Beef Kathi Roll, a heavily spiced mezbani beef curry, wrapped in handmade parota; and a real highlight, the Chicken Roast, free range chicken leg, caramelised with onion, mixed nuts and cardamon forward masala spices. Assorted Kulfi will be served to round out the menu.

On the drinks side, the focus is on bringing the incredible produce of Bangladesh to a London audience. The house gin and tonic is flavoured with Bangladeshi lemon, a hybrid between lime and mandarin orange for the ultimate refreshing G&T. The Dhakaah Dirty Martini is based on Jolpai a giant olive-like fruit found across the Indian sub-continent. An own-brand range of beer is in the making to be launched soon after the restaurant opens - a perfect stand-up to the heady spices of the main menu.

Soft drinks include Lassi and the refreshing yoghurtbased drink Borhani, made with natural yoghurt, green chilli, black salt, coriander, and mint. The restaurant prioritises the use of free-range British produce, ensuring the highest quality across the menu. Some elements are sourced directly from Bangladesh, including Kalijeera rice, a small Bangladeshi variety with a distinct nutty aroma and delicate texture.

Dhakaah is part of a larger vision to bring Bangladeshi culture and its specific cuisine to the UK, highlighting the individuality and diversity of this often overlooked culture. By bringing the essence of Bangladesh to a British audience in a way that has never been done before, Dhakaah aspires to update the representation of Bangladesh in the UK and bring it into the mainstream.

Dhakaah officially opens to diners on 24th July, so come and join them for their soft launch period with a series of tasting events around Camden Market in the weeks leading up. Follow along at their Instagram for more details.

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Chestnut grows wine arm with Bijou acquisition

- CHESTNUT -

Chestnut has acquired independent wine specialist Bijou Wine Merchant for an undisclosed sum, marking a significant step in Chestnut’s ongoing regional growth strategy.

Bijou, the Norfolk based trade-only independent wine merchants, bring with them a wealth of knowledge and passion of the wine industry and are known for their selection of premium wines, customer service, and partnerships with award-winning vineyards. The team bring with them over 50 years’ wine trade experience and will operate as part of Peter Graham Wines, which was itself bought by Chestnut in 2023.

Philip Turner, Founder and CEO of Chestnut, says the move demonstrates the company’s commitment to the wine arm of its growing regional business.

“This acquisition represents the coming together of two fantastic Norfolk heritage brands, both of which have built up a solid reputation, placing us in the enviable position of being able to cater for much of East Anglia’s independent wine demand. We are committed to building on that success and providing a platform for further growth as one team under the Peter Graham Wines wholesale brand.”

“Over the last year we have been building on the acquisition of Peter Graham Wines, which will see the launch of The Bottle Shop in a few of our properties and an online offering in 2024. We look forward to working with the team at Bijou and learning from their experience in this sector.”

Gordon Hall, Chairman of Bijou Wine Merchant will be staying on to provide valuable continuity and said: “Chestnut and Peter Graham Wines are the perfect guardians of our team and customers, and the perfect partners to continue the Bijou journey.”

“I have always admired the company’s commitment to the highest standards of quality and service and know the legacy we have built over the years will be in safe hands.”

For more information about Chestnut and Peter Graham Wines visit www.chestnutgroup.co.uk www.petergrahamwines.com.

Nikhil Mahale appointed as Head Chef of Farzi London

- FARZI -

This summer marks a new direction for Haymarket’s Farzi who have announced that the acclaimed Nikhil Mahale will be taking over as the new Head Chef of the credited modern Indian restaurant.

With over 23 years’ experience in the hospitality industry, Nikhil’s career has spanned continents beginning with his work in Mumbai, perfecting the diverse multi-cultural flavours whilst developing his modern edge and technical efficiency. Nikhil begun his professional career at Azok in Mumbai where he worked with the first Indian Michelin Star ChefVineet, hailed for his experimental fine-dining Indian food, a style which Nikhil adopted, developed and will be implementing at Farzi.

Since then, Nikhil moved to London in 2010 with a wealth of experience under his belt and took on notable Chef, Brand Design Chef, and Consultant roles. These include Simla Restaurant & Zenna Bar, Mumbai 7, Babel House in Mayfair, and his most recent role as Brand Chef at Noir bringing his modern skills and experience to each new venture.

Nikhil takes the helm at a pivotal moment in Farzi’s journey as they celebrate their 5-year anniversary with a new ethos. To celebrate this landmark birthday, Farzi curated a new menu championing Northern Indian cuisine inspired by Farzi’s philosophy that dining should be a joyful experience shared with loved ones. Launched this year, the new menu aims to make authentic, modern Indian cuisine accessible at all.

Nikhil is excited to continue Farzi’s new philosophy stating, “I have explored and travelled through many countries and tried a variety of cuisines for the past 2 years and now I aim, with high spirit, to get Farzi to the next level of accolades, using seasonal ingredients, whilst keeping it simple by serving real authentic Indian food. I am very excited to guide Farzi through the next stage of their journey in this momentous year”

Diners at Farzi can experience authentic Northern Indian dishes using seasonal ingredients which are

bursting with flavour. Summer menu highlights include, Farzi Summer Green, Burrata & Cous Cous Bowl with pear & apple, beetroot & tomato, spinach & kale, chilli lime dressing, Scallop & Turkey Chorizo Skewer – Scottish scallops, garlic & smoked paprika, raw-mango & chilli puree. Moving to the mains, highlights include Tandoori Mustard Salmon with pickled mustard & cream cheese marinade alongside menu classics such as Farzi’s Chicken Tikka Masala and Lamb Parda Biryani with saffron, basmati rice, Pastry Lid and Raita.

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Noci Pasta to open on Richmond Hill

- NOCI PASTA -

Richmond is about to get a new ‘favourite local’ when modern pasta restaurant, Noci, opened its doors back in May. Bringing fresh, seasonal pasta dishes, Sicilianstreet food-inspired snacks, and cocktails to one of SW London’s buzziest neighbourhoods, Noci’s laidback design, quality pasta and affordability make it a great spot to have on your doorstep.

Dishes are made with ingredients from producers and artisans across Europe and the chefs have taken inspiration from their heritage and travels throughout Italy to design a menu of classics, with a focus on seasonality that comes through in the fresh pasta and small plates.

Signature dishes include the silk handkerchiefs, a Noci staple that gets a seasonal twist, and the veal and pork Genovese ragu with Monks’ head cheese, which is served tableside. Noci’s signature brown butter cacio e pepe ziti, a foodie’s favourite, sits alongside dishes like the Tiger prawn gnochetti with roasted red peppers, orange and tarragon.

A great meal at Noci always starts with snacks and a spritz for the table. Focaccia is baked in the kitchen daily, perfect for nibbling on while choosing from small dishes like ‘Nduja arancini with Parmesan foam - a team and guest favourite - before the main event of the pasta. Noci’s dessert selection rounds off a relaxed meal, with options including the palettecleansing lemon and yoghurt bodino, or rich, plantbased chocolate mousse with olive oil, Maldon sea salt and Marcona almonds.

To complete the experience, Noci’s drinks menu offers a range of Italian wines and seasonal spritzes. Classic cocktails include Tommy’s Margarita, house Negroni and a summery Grapefruit & Elderflower Spritz.

The popular weekday lunch menu offers the perfect reason to step away from the screen and includes a drink, focaccia and pasta for just £15.

Parties and groups, up to 18 people, can celebrate in style with a £40 a head, three-course (plus snacks) sharing menu featuring nine different dishes.

Ben Shanks Pepper, General Manager of Noci Richmond, comments, “As a long-term resident of Richmond I’m excited to throw open the doors to the local community, who I hope will soon become regulars and friends. The restaurant landscape of

Richmond is really changing this year and we’re excited to be part of that and to share our menu with the pasta-lovers.”

Open from lunchtime and right throughout the day, Noci Richmond is just a short walk from the river on Richmond Hill. The perfectly crafted menu makes it a top choice for couples, families, groups, and even four-legged friends.

For more information and bookings, please visit: https://nocirestaurant.co.uk/ richmond/ | @nocipasta

Beautifully crafted outdoor furniture

- MAZE -

Maze is one of the UK’s largest and fastest growing premium outdoor furniture brands, committed to delivering style, comfort and quality. As an independent business we’ve had a different approach since we launched in 2009, one where we’ve innovated in the market to introduce new products and collections to match evolving consumer needs.

We understand how important our outdoor spaces are, so we’re passionate about developing collections that enhance consumers outdoor living whilst reflecting their personal style.

Our range includes products suited to all outdoor spaces, with Rattan, Aluminium, Rope Weave and Weatherproof fabric furniture collections to choose from, plus a growing range of outdoor living products and accessories.

2022 Maze revitalised their brand with a new logo and website to represent the companies fundamental core values: Innovation, Pioneering Spirit and mission to deliver both Style and Substance.

New for 2024

The UK consumer shopping trends during 2022-2023 has moved to more contemporary mixed material Garden furniture.

Outdoor fabric furniture has seen the largest growth with consumers looking for comfort of indoor furniture to the convenience of being able to sit outdoors 365 days a year.

Maze outdoor fabric range are produced from La Vita High Performance Fabric, allowing the cushions to quick dry and be water, mould and stain resistant. All outdoor fabric ranges now come with a 7 year manufacture warranty.

With many of Maze’s outdoor furniture range also offering dining and seating solutions, consumers have the added versatility from the furniture to create the desired set-up depending on what they require.

A recent survey listed having a fire pit as the third most popular garden trend. Fire pits are the hall mark of garden entertaining doubling as a functional centrepiece to entertain around, and this shows no sign of slowing down.

best seller. Maze has combined these tones to create a new exquisite new Outdoor fabric range with Oatmeal cushions fixed to a Dark grey aluminium frame.

Pergolas

The demand to create an outside living space, has seen the sales of pergola increase during 2023.

One of our contemporary garden pergolas can be used to create a chic space for relaxing and socialising. With their luxurious and cutting-edge roofing and drainage systems, our pergolas help you extend your interior living space outside.

Our metal pergolas have louvred roofs so you may choose how much shade you want. Slanted horizontal slats that may be opened or closed make up a louvred roof. Open the slats all the way when you wish to enjoy sunny days. Alternatively, you can keep them shut, making your new pergola totally waterproof.

Maze has offers pergolas in various size to suit all gardens and surrounding from 3m x 3m up to 4m x 7.8m. Maze pergolas can be customised to suit the customers requirements with the option of drop screens and louvre panels

Maze Eden Pergola offers Textilene privacy screens which are manually adjustable, therefore ideal for shielding unwanted sun or wind from any direction. The option of having louvre panels brings a new dynamic to the outside living space. In addition to this, there are remote-controlled LED mood lighting strips around the perimeter with integrated drainage system. As the evenings grow colder, keep relaxing in your new pergola. How about adding an Eden pergola heater so that your guests can enjoy their new outdoor retreat all year round in comfort?

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Trees are an important part of our natural life support system; they have a vital role to play in the sustainability of our towns and cities and we need to take better care of them, both now and in the future, yet we see them starved of natural food and water and damaged at their roots by earthworks, particularly in developed areas of towns and car parks.

As a result of the built environment soil compaction can inhibit or prevent natural root growth. CIS Slot Drain and Resin bound grilles are a great way of enhancing the sustainability of your project for future generations. Clients can use either resin or porous paving in any of these tree surrounds.

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CardsSafe for Hotels

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CardsSafe Ltd., with its twenty-year history of working with UK hotels, offers a wireless system that keeps bar tabs professional and secure. It helps staff upsell in the bar and restaurant and serves as a proven deterrent to dine-and-dash, chargebacks and in-room theft. Moreover, it increased trust between the venue and customers, which is one of the reasons why Hilton Hotels has been utilising the system since 2005.

The longstanding relationship between CardsSafe and Hilton Hotels for their tab-keeping systems now spans over 60 outlets nationwide. What started as a partnership at one of their flagship hotels in Cardiff soon rolled out across the UK. CardsSafe helps Hilton Hotels tackle their bar and restaurant tabs. With more and more hotels offering food and drink service to non-guests and thousands of people visiting daily, keeping track of customer spending and shift changes, CardsSafe provides the ideal solution to ensure that all tabs are up-to-date, accurate, and always settled. Matthew, Director at Hilton Hotels, explains, “All our customers are pleased that we look after their cards more securely with CardsSafe”.

CardsSafe’s cost-effective technology has revolutionised how the hospitality and leisure industry manage its customers’ tabs. The technology, which is not hard-wired and is GDPR compliant, can sit discreetly behind the reception or bar and work alongside existing points of sale. This added value ensures maximum profit while enhancing business operations.

The UK hospitality industry faces many challenges. With high energy costs and a need for more staffing, bar and restaurant managers needn’t worry about

dine-and-dash too. The good news is that CardsSafe is a genuine deterrent for walkouts. Too many dineand-dash cases are being reported in the UK from Wales to Yorkshire, Aberdeenshire and beyond. The simple solution is CardsSafe. It’s cost-effective and offers secure bar tabs to ensure dine-and-dash does not happen.

At just £9.95* + VAT per unit per month rental, CardsSafe you afford not to have CardsSafe as a part of your business?

For more information, please get in touch with their team on 0845 500 1040.

*Plus, a sign-up fee of £39.95 (plus VAT) for new customers.

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Welcoming glass - ESG -

Glass has many uses in the hospitality industry, both practical and decorative, as Susan Sinden, Commercial Manager for glass processing experts ESG Group Ltd, explains.

Glass is an ideal material for creating an alluring hospitality setting, thanks to its versatility, practicality and long-lasting beauty. Naturally, in a catering environment, a wipe clean surface is always a bonus, but glass comes with other properties that make it a wise choice for hotels, restaurants and spas.

Glass balustrades to protect outdoor guests, providing shielding from the wind without blocking the view, are rapidly becoming a favourite option. More hardwearing than fabric screening, they can be left out all year round, allowing the rapid addition of extra covers whenever the weather allows. However, we can also use glass balustrades to create defined zones within larger spaces, to create coffee shops or cafes within atriums, for example.

Using modern glass processing technology, we can go a step further than screening, by using technical interlayers laminated between two panes of glass. This makes for an extremely robust, secure barrier, but also allows us to add further properties such as sound attenuation, or privacy. Using an advanced ESG Switchable LCD interlayer, privacy is controllable at the touch of a button. Turn the small current on for transparent, and off for opaque. This could be used to create a window between dining room and kitchen, or, at full height, a private dining room, which can be secluded, or feel part of the main dining room, as the client prefers.

For treatment rooms in spas, we now offer LCD battery operated switchable Secure Vue door panels, which need no mains wiring. These allow the client perfect privacy during a treatment, but, when switched on, allow customers to see the inviting unoccupied treatment room, while therapists can see their next client arriving.

Behind the bar, glass is also a highly practical option, as glass splashbacks are extremely easy to wipe down, and need virtually no maintenance. Glass can be back-painted to reflect the chosen décor scheme, and we can also add corporate logos, or product categories such as wines or beers, signposting an array of tempting products to happy customers.

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Do Not Disturb: Steaming in Progress

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Does your hotel have Propress on its radar?

If not, it’s time to check Propress MINI, our handheld steamer, into your hotel. The Iron Age is over; there’s no need to clutter your guests’ storage space with a cumbersome iron and board.

Established in 1980, Propress is the original steaming brand supplying shops, soft furnishers, hotels, and resorts — removing creases in fabric wherever they appear. Our steamers are the highest-quality, longestlasting, and most reliable on the market.

In hotels, professional steamers have traditionally been used for housekeeping, banqueting and events, to provide a five-star freshening and anti-creasing touch to staff uniforms, curtains, tablecloths, and chair covers. (Steaming even kills bed bugs and their eggs almost immediately.)

Propress MINI can be used on a variety of clothing, from suits to dresses, and even delicate fabrics. It’s so versatile, it can be used vertically, for hanging fabric, or horizontally on bed linen and upholstery.

Guests often look to remove creases from clothes when unpacking or after a few days’ stay, especially those travelling for business or individuals attending events where wrinkle-free clothing is important.

Coupled with its ability to treat delicate materials, the Propress MINI is ready to go in just 45 seconds, making it a match made in heaven for wedding attendees. As the old saying goes: “Steam if you want to go faster!”

The Iron Age Is Over

• More wardrobe space without an ironing board

• Easier to use and more guest friendly

• Projects a contemporary image for your hotel

• Less damaging to clothes.

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This summer’s most idyllic family package in Jersey - THE CLUB JERSEY -

Families looking for a fun-filled island holiday this summer can now book The Ultimate Family Package at The Club, Hotel & Spa Jersey, just a short 1-hour flight from the UK.*

The package includes a three-night stay in a luxurious Family Suite and is complete with a full breakfast each morning, family surfing lessons, including all-day wetsuit and surfboard hire, and a Family Afternoon Tea Experience, where V.I.(Little).P’s will be treated to mocktail-making and a pastry masterclass with the Michelin-starred pastry team, all while parents kick back with a glass of champagne and classic afternoon tea.

Families will experience the perfect balance of funfilled adventures and relaxation at The Club. Start with a visit to St. Brelade’s Bay for sandcastle building before splash time in the hotel’s indoor or outdoor pool. For those seeking pamper time, The Club Spa has treatments for all the family whilst kids under 10 get to eat for free in The Club Bar.

Beyond the hotel, Jersey is brimming with exciting island activities that The Club can book for guests at any time. Enjoy a day of adventure with a private guided tour of St. Helier Market and fish market, a visit to the Jersey Zoo for immersive animal experiences, or even a Foraging Tour where the family will be whisked away to Jersey’s Wild West Coast to learn all the tricks to foraging.

Prices for a three-night stay for up to two adults and two children start from £1,413 in a family suite inclusive of breakfast, a family surf lesson, all-day hire of wetsuits and surfboards and a children’s mocktail and adult afternoon tea. Book now via The Club, Hotel & Spa’s website.

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Reduce your environmental impact

- BIOHYGIENE -

Great hospitality businesses create memorable experiences, turning first-time guests into loyal patrons who encourage new visitors. This requires strategic management; balancing guest needs, maintaining luxurious spaces, and addressing challenges like tight budgets, staffing shortages, and operational efficiencies. With green consumerism increasing — 7/10 restaurant-goers and 78% of global travellers prioritising eco-friendly options — highlights sustainability’s growing importance. Balancing these elements is vital for the modern guest experience but complicated without the right partner.

The Modern Solution

Traditional, petrochemical-based cleaning products forces businesses to compromise sustainability and health goals for cleanliness. Older Ecotech solutions often had poor formulations, penalising businesses with eco-premiums for lower efficiency.

BioHygiene’s next-generation Biotech cleaning products offer sustainable solutions without compromises. Since 2016, they’ve assisted over 10,000 UK businesses in operations, sustainability, and costs.

Enhancing Guest Experiences

Truly clean spaces enhance customer satisfaction and encourage return visits. Yet, traditional chemicals mask odours, demand more labour, and leave sticky residues that can mislead guests about cleanliness. BioHygiene utilises synergistic Biotech/Ecotec to tackle dirt, grime, and grease. These solutions elevate cleanliness while reducing cleaning intensity for high-traffic areas by removing organic matter and odours at the source, protecting surfaces with a natural biofilm, leaving no sticky residues—achieving the best cleanliness experience.

Improving Value

BioHygiene’s core products cover 80% of cleaning needs, simplifying stock management and streamlining operations. The residual cleaning effects reduce cleaning time, enhancing productivity - freeing up resources to enhance the guest experience. Efficient with cold water and no-rinse formulas, these products help cut utility costs. Addressing high staff turnover, BioHygiene’s low-hazardous formulas reduce risk, enhancing staff safety and making product training and compliance easier. Additionally, their reliable UK supply chain offers peace of mind despite societal challenges.

Reducing Waste and Enviromental Impact

BioHygiene’s sustainable ingredients reduce overall environmental impact from cutting CO2e from their technology to reducing aquatic toxicity. High-concentration formulas cut CO2 emissions in transport and significantly reduce plastic waste with less packaging - these products help businesses meet environmental goals.

Safe Spaces and Protected People

Traditional products harm the health and safety of users, causing headaches, allergic reactions, and respiratory issues equivalent to smoking 20 cigarettes a day. They also release VOCs, major contributors to indoor air pollution, which can trigger health effects for guests, and can have long-term health implications on staff. BioHygiene’s blend of Biotech/Ecotech ingredients ensures a safer environment. The formulas, once diluted, are non-hazardous, showing a business’s commitment to all levels of health and safety for staff and guests.

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Missoni brings its signature style to the Verdura Resort

- MISSONI -

Italian luxury fashion house Missoni has partnered with Rocco Forte’s Verdura Resort in Sicily, to create a stunning new beach club experience just in time for the summer 2024 season.

The Missoni Beach Club will be a haven for guests seeking relaxation and style against a backdrop of sun-kissed Mediterranean coastline and features the brand’s signature colourful patterns and designs to create a unique and vibrant atmosphere. From sun loungers to chairs to towels to cushions, guests can expect to find Missoni’s iconic motifs adorning every element of the beach club’s design, in a mixture of enchanting blue and green hues to reflect the hotel’s Mediterranean surroundings.

There will also be a Missoni pop-up store on site, where guests can purchase a selection of Missoni’s beachwear and accessories. The partnership extends from the beach to the bar with the Missoni and Verdura Resort cocktail list. Crafted by Verdura’s mixologists, the cocktails are inspired by the abundant nature of the island combined with the artistic flare of Missoni. Each drink is made with local Sicilian ingredients, including those grown on the of the Rocco Forte Hotels estate farm in Agrigento. The cocktail list includes Missoni Breeze, with Venturo Aperitif, fresh lemon juice, sugar syrup, Sicilian Brut

or Colore, with Agalia Sicilian tequila, blue curacao, agave syrup, orange liqueur.

The collaboration between Missoni and Rocco Forte Hotels is a natural extension of the brand’s identity of Italian craftsmanship and international allure. Every element of the club’s design combines Missoni’s creative energy with the sophistication and luxury of Verdura Resort.

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UK Rental Cost

£9.95 per unit per month

One-off sign-up fee of £39.95 prices ex. VAT + PP

One-off sign-up fee of

The CardsSafe system is specifically designed to securely retain customer credit, debit and ID cards while the cardholder runs a tab or hires a product or service.

CardsSafe cost-effective technology has revolutionised how the hospitality industry manages its customer’s tabs on or off their premises. A significant deterrent for walkouts, misplacement of hotels assets and vandalism, CardsSafe also offers customers security against credit card fraud. It ensures peace of mind that their cards are secure while they enjoy the facilities.

Now trusted by over 5000 brands in the UK, including Hilton Hotels, Lord’s – the home of cricket, and over

forty UK golf resorts, including Foxhills, Silvermere and the London Golf Club, the demand for the system is increasing.

The technologically is also not hard-wired, which means it can sit discreetly behind reception or bar and be mobile to offer customers alfresco services.

Matthew, Director at Hilton Hotels, explains, “All our customers are pleased that we look after their cards in a more secure manner with CardsSafe”.

CardsSafe helps Hilton Hotels to tackle their bar tabs, and hotel amenities hires. With thousands of guests visiting daily, keeping track of customer spending and borrowing and shift changes, CardsSafe offers the ideal solution to ensure that all tabs are up-to-date, accurate and always settled.

Tights in the Box -

FANCY PANTY KØBENHAVN -

With Fancy Panty København, women no longer have to compromise. The new brand from Copenhagen offers chic designs in Italian premium quality at a fair price and sets new and innovative standards in the use and storage of fine hosiery.

The concept of Fancy Panty København is all about simplicity and clarity, making it easy to shop for fine hosiery. The pre-packed Classic Box contains a selection of twelve essential items, i.e. tights and knee-highs for every occasion, whether for everyday wear, business or special events. With this convenient solution, all you have to do is choose between color and size. The MyStyle Box offers customers the opportunity to make their own selection from all the items in the current collections. In this way, classic pieces can be put together individually alongside more robust travel tights or colorful knee-highs. However, it is also possible to order only individual items in the CubeTight Box. The current collections are continually being extended with further exciting products that will expand the product portfolio.

The beautifully designed unique boxes specially created for storage allow you to keep your tights and knee-highs tidy and organized. Every woman will agree that it is incredibly annoying when you take a pair of tights out of the wardrobe and find that they are damaged due to incorrect storage. In addition, you often can’t find the tight you want to wear on a particular day for a particular event quickly and end up reaching for a new pack of tights. As a result, tights and knee-highs often become a disposable product and the consumption of a woman who regularly wears tights increases.

The robust boxes are reusable and refillable. The tights themselves do not require any plastic in such packaging, which makes the product concept sustainable overall. Fancy Panty København has created a travel bag for the safe transportation of spare tights that fits easily into any handbag or suitcase - the perfect solution for traveling.

Even though the originality of Fancy Panty København lies in its original packaging, the company has very high standards when it comes to the quality of its fine legware. The manufacturer is an Italian company with over 60 years of experience in the production of fine hosiery and so Fancy Panty København work with high standards and EU certifications plus with a very high value on yarn with high quality. The combination of traditional Italian production with rational and modern Danish design makes Fancy Panty København unique.

www.fancypanty.com

DRESS YOUR BEST ONE PIECE AT A TIME

At Fancy Panty København, we blend high quality with fair pricing, ensuring women no longer have to compromise on their legwear. Our products not only enhance wardrobe organization but also increase durability. Say goodbye to tights getting knotted or damaged by other clothes and accessories. Choose Fancy Panty København for longevity and style in every step.

Enjoy 30% off + free shipping on all orders

Thinking beyond the box -

BURLAND TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS -

Burland, originally established in 1993 has been designing and manufacturing electrical connectivity products for commercial interiors ever since. Demands for connectivity in the hospitality market is ever increasing and Burland has been addressing this new demand for many years.

Gazelle Elite is the latest evolution of the hugely respected Gazelle range of floor boxes from Burland Technologies. Since the range’s launch in Riyadh in February this year, the product, available for next day delivery, has been flying off the shelves. Customers not only love the design and build quality, but also the 10 year warranty which aids in corporate ESG targets. The Elite floor boxes are designed for raised and screed floors, are available in stainless steel and brass as standard, but also available to match any interior finishes. The build quality means they will look good in many years to come, even in high traffic areas. This longevity, unique in the market, makes the product’s initial cost a worthwhile investment, reducing lifetime cost and reducing carbon footprint.

Known for their skill in producing customised solutions, Burland have produced bespoke connectivity

solutions for indoor and outdoor use worldwide. Their units can be found is some of the most prestigious, hotels, palaces and shopping centres around the globe. Honoured by both the Queen and King of England with awards for International Trade (twice), Innovation and Sustainability, Burland represent a safe pair of hands to assist with your next project, regardless of size or geographical location. In addition, rest assured of the superior quality available from all UK manufactured products designed to meet and exceed the most stringent performance and quality standards.

For more information and to discuss, in confidence, your future projects, in the first instance, please contact the Managing Director, Richard Vass by any method below.

Burland Technology Solutions Limited is an Employee Owned Company, is BCorp Certified and ISO9001 registered.

Gazelle Elite

Gazelle Elite is the latest electrical services connectivity floor box in brass and stainless steel from Burland Technology Solutions in the UK.

• Available in 2 compartment and 3&4 compartment

• Full range of accessory plates for power, data and AV available

• Super strong construction, warranty 10 years

• Suitable for in screed and raised floor installations

• Full height adjustability of backbox and lid

• 15,20,25 &30mm lid recess

• 65,85 &120mm deep back boxes

• All available from stock

• 100% UK manufacture

Burland are an ISO9001 and BCorp certified business. 4 times Queen’s and King’s Award winners.

Where quality and longevity are paramount, ensure you specify Burland products for your designs.