Tag: Hospitality industry
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We’re in Survival Mode: Why Liverpool’s Hospitality Scene is at Breaking Point
Introduction: A city’s heartbeat under pressure Liverpool’s hospitality sector has long been a barometer of the city’s vitality. Cafés spilling onto pavements, pubs buzzing with conversation, and hotels full enough to give visiting fans a sense of the city’s energy are familiar sights. Today, those scenes are under threat. Business leaders warn that a perfect…
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Cork Pub Trade Adapts as Guinness Prices Rise and Landmark Bar Sales Continue
Overview: A Changing Cork Pub Scene in 2025 The Cork pub trade is navigating a period of adjustment as rising Guinness prices intersect with a steady stream of landmark bar sales. The market has shown resilience in the face of higher operating costs, with buyers signaling confidence in Cork’s enduring appeal for locals and visitors…
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High food prices force tough choices for London restaurant owners
Rising costs spark hard decisions in London’s dining scene In the pre-dawn hours, a quiet ritual unfolds at B & B Snack Bar in London’s Woodfield neighborhood. The cozy diner, a local staple, is a microcosm of a broader pattern roiling the city’s hospitality sector: high food prices are squeezing margins, forcing owners to make…
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Joining the Michelin Guide could put Australian restaurants on the world map, says Sydney chef
Australian kitchens eye the world stage In a country renowned for pristine produce and bold cooking styles, a national conversation is quietly turning toward a landmark that many chefs believe could redefine Australia’s culinary map: joining the Michelin Guide. A Sydney chef, among others, argues that obtaining Michelin recognition would not only honor the country’s…
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Nova Scotia Restaurants Struggle with Rising Costs and Sluggish Trade
Rising costs squeeze Nova Scotia’s dining scene As the new year begins, restaurant owners across Nova Scotia find themselves facing a perfect storm: escalating costs, supplier price hikes, and a slowdown in customer traffic. The pressures are felt from Halifax’s bustling cores to quieter suburban pockets, and small operators are particularly vulnerable when margins tighten…
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Commentary: What the New Year’s fire at a Swiss bar reveals about fire prevention
Overview: A tragedy that prompts urgent questions In the early hours of New Year’s Day, a devastating fire swept through Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland. Reports confirmed that 40 people lost their lives and many others were severely injured. As investigators piece together the sequence of events, the incident has already become a stark…
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Tanzania’s Historic Triumph at World Travel Awards 2025: A New Era for African Tourism
Overview: A Historic Victory for Tanzania Tanzania has secured an unprecedented victory at the 2025 World Travel Awards, marking a watershed moment for African tourism. In a field crowded with global heavyweights such as the United States, Botswana, Kenya, Namibia, and South Africa, Tanzania’s win signals a shift in travel demand toward diverse, authentic experiences…
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Kith Cafe closures in Singapore: Two outlets left as others shut
Singapore becomes one of the latest fronts in Kith Cafe’s evolving footprint Several Kith Cafe outlets have shuttered in recent months, the latest being its West Coast outlet which will close on Monday, Jan 5. This comes months after the Millenia Walk branch ceased operations in October 2025, leaving only two active locations in the…
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Sky-high job taxes push young people out of work, pubs warn
Introduction: a labour market squeezed by tax rises Britain’s pubs and hospitality sector have warned that a steep rise in employers’ National Insurance contributions last year is curbing youth employment. As businesses grapple with higher payroll costs, many are reluctant to hire university students and other young workers, fearing that every extra pound paid in…
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Sky-High Taxes on Employers Strain Pubs and Leave Young Workers Waiting for Jobs
Rising costs force tough staffing decisions The UK’s £26bn National Insurance tax raid on employers has reverberated beyond balance sheets, pressing pubs and hospitality venues to rethink their hiring plans. After years of labor shortages and post-pandemic recovery efforts, many operators are now faced with a stark choice: tighten the purse strings on staff or…