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New research from the Visa Consumer Spending Index shows that consumer spending rose 2.5% in October, compared to the year before. This rise in consumer spending has been led by hotels, restaurants and bars which have seen an increase of 9% and recreation and culture, growing 7.4%. This will come as welcome news to operators …

Franklin & Sons Cloudy Apple and Yorkshire Rhubarb with cinnamon has won Best Cold Beverage-Carbonates at the Quality Food and Drink Awards. The Franklin & Sons Apple and Rhubarb premium soft drink contains expertly sourced ingredients, handpicked from British soil to intensify its taste and quality. “We are delighted to have been awarded best in …

Nespresso is introducing two new coffees to its range to cater for consumer demand for enjoying flavoured coffee outside of the home. Espresso Caramel and Espresso Vanilla are permanent additions to Nespresso’s flavoured coffee range and are available to the hotel, pub and restaurant sectors so that they can help consumers enjoy their favorite aromas …

Brasserie and seafood specialist Quaglino’s has announced it will be collaborating with internationally renowned Bartender Simone Caporale to serve up a new cocktail menu. The Art Deco bar has been serving spectacular cocktails since 1929 when founder Giovanni Quaglino’s love of gin dominated the bar menu. Now it has decided to up the ante, teaming …

New and exciting dishes have been added to the menu at London’s cabaret restaurant, Circus. The popular Pan Asian dinner menu at Circus is constantly being updated and has been created by executive chef Andrew Lassiter. Designed for sharing, Circus favourites include the Lobster Tempura, Black Cod and Prawn Dumplings, Yellow Tail Sashimi and Wagyu …