Venue Insight March Issue - OUT NOW

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It would seem that spring is on hold! As I’m writing this the UK is covered in a blanket of snow and travel chaos has taken over. Never fear, we’ll no doubt be seeing the green shoots of spring very soon and the summer will only be a stone’s throw away.

Huge news first up in the hospitality sector. New trade body UKHospitality has been born from a merger of the ALMR and the British Hospitality Association. Chief Executive Kate Nicholls gives us an exclusive on what to expect going forward.

Can Tablet POS be as effective as traditional POS? We get the lowdown from Annette Tarlton, Marketing Director at POS printer manufacturer Star Micronics EMEA and find out why they are at the forefront of product innovation and have a solid reputation for quality and reliability.

We round up our preview on Manchester’s Northern Restaurant & Bar Show, 20-21 March at Manchester Central. Be inspired by star chefs, expert speakers and TV’s First Dates very own Fred Sirieix.

The London Coffee Festival returns 12-15 April at the stunning Old Truman Brewery, Brick Lane, London. Embark on a journey of discovery, celebrating London’s vibrant coffee scene and find ways to enhance your own venue with what’s on show.

Here comes the sun. Not from The Beatles but from behind the scenes of an Australian wine harvest. As the UK freezes over, Victoria has seen near perfect harvest weather. Let Mcpherson Wine Company warm your cockles with this fascinating insight into the world of wine.

Cut costs, not corners! Our friends at Europa International provide some sound advice on how to keep the budget in check without compromising on quality. Award winning Marketing Manager Helen Lowe stresses the importance of balancing the books.

Enjoy

Rob Taylor - Editor