The Power of the Press
There are a host of people wanting to take your money with a golden bullet that will bring customers flocking in to your restaurant. The...
Can Shipley Be A Food Hotspot?
Here we are sandwiched between Bradford, Leeds, Baildon, Saltaire, a small town often passed through but also overlooked. A recent...
You Just Don't Know Who Dines With You!
It always surprises me, probably down to my inexperience, who comes through the doors of our restaurant off the beaten track. I know we...
Out of the Blue - Another Award Nomination
Another week started much the same as any other, get the restaurant back into shape after a busy Saturday evening, unload and shopping to...
What is a Portion Size?
Obesity is back in the news and both sugary drinks and portion sizes coming under attack. A new sugar tax has been introduced, although a...
Are we falling out with Restaurant Dining?
The trade press, written press and social media seem to be full of the demise of another restaurant chain. Jamie Oliver's chain is one...
Does Yorkshire Sell?
Paul, our head chef, was once told that Yorkshire produce and promoting Yorkshire produce does not sell. Would you be more inclined to...
Are There Enough Foodies to keep Restaurants in Business?
It feels as though everyday a chain of restaurants is cutting back or smaller restaurants are closing their doors. The population is...
Airline Pricing for a Restaurant Meal
A couple of things caught my eye in the press during the last week regarding the restaurant trade. A chef spoke to the BBC and mentioned...
No Shows - Would a Deposit Put You Off Booking
There is a big debate within the restaurant trade about No Shows, (where a booking has been made and no one turns up), this may be down...