The Notebook: A looming threat to the UK’s vital bee population February 12, 2024 Where the City’s movers and shakers have their say. Today, it’s Nicola Reed, founder and CEO of honey spirits brand Beeble. The threat to our bees Albert Einstein once said, “If the bee disappears from the surface of the earth, man would have four years to live.” These wonderful insects play a crucial part in [...]
City Moves for 11 February – who’s switching jobs at Quickbooks, Trowers & Hamlins and Just Eat? February 11, 2019 Today's City Moves cover Quickbooks, Trowers & Hamlins and Just Eat. Take a look at these movers and shakers. Quickbooks Intuit, the makers of Quickbooks, the world’s number one online accounting software, announced the appointment of Chris Evans as vice-president and UK country manager. Chris, part of the Intuit UK team for eight years, steps [...]
Restaurateurs reeling as no shows cost sector £90 per missing head July 19, 2023 Restaurateurs are reeling as punters not showing up for dinner costs businesses £90 per head, a new study has shown, leading many to consider throwing in the towel for good. A rising number of diners cancelling at the last minute, or just not turning up, over the last year has led to almost a fifth [...]
Girona: Spain’s ‘gastronomic haven’ is perfect in summer. Here’s a foodie guide June 20, 2024 Go to Girona in Spain for some of the best food in Europe
Make ‘Glorious Goodwood’ part of your summer June 19, 2024 Goodwood Racecourse is steeped in horseracing history dating back to 1802 when the 3rd Duke of Richmond introduced the sport to the South Downs. Today, the Qatar Goodwood Festival attracts big names in society, offering fabulous food and entertainment to the backdrop of five days of unparalleled racing. The Racing Affectionately known as ‘Glorious Goodwood’, [...]
US stocks open flat on weak jobless claims July 22, 2021 US stocks opened broadly flat on Thursday morning after fresh data showed the American labour market recovery may be stalling. The blue-chip S&P 500 inched down 0.01 per cent during the open, while the Nasdaq crept up 0.23 per cent. The Dow Jones slipped 0.17 per cent. The lack of movement on the US’ main [...]
“It’s the Champion’s League of food”: Why one Parisian is all-in on London March 28, 2024 LONDON’S hospitality scene is set for another vote of confidence with the opening of a second site by iconic Parisian restaurant group Moma, this time at the Langham Hotel. Mimosa, opening in April, will follow the arrival of Café Lapérouse in the capital, with MOMA founder Benjamin Patou keen to push into the London restaurant [...]
Red Eye actor Jing Lusi on Asian representation: ‘Diversity isn’t black or white – literally – it’s all ethnicities’ April 11, 2024 Jing Lusi is the first Asian actor in a leading role in a primetime British drama. She speaks to The City A.M. Magazine
Let’s be honest, Tesco making big profits is a good thing April 18, 2024 Instead of criticising Tesco for having a bumper year, we should praise it for providing cheap food and jobs for millions, says Matthew Lesh There’s an unorthodox tourist sight that I always tick off on trips abroad. It’s not that I don’t check out the historic squares, the museums and galleries or even the nightlife. [...]
I did Orlando Florida and Disney Orlando without the kids – it was even better June 4, 2024 Why visiting Orlando Florida without the kids is even bette