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New CEO to helm NZ Cruise Association –
The New Zealand Cruise Association (NZCA) has announced the retirement of CEO, Kevin O’Sullivan, effective June 30, 2023. O’Sullivan has been the association’s CEO for the past four and a half years. Prior to that he was on the NZCA board for 15 years while holding the role of Regional Harbourmaster at Environment Southland. Former Chair Debbie Summers said “Kevin will be missed immensely by all in our industry. He has worked tirelessly and in particular, throughout our battle to restart these past years. NZ Cruise is in a better place for all his efforts. “As chair I particularly appreciated…
RC Show 2023 returns with Heart & Hustle to Toronto –
Canada’s leading hospitality and foodservice expo returns as the year’s most anticipated foodservice trade event. RC Show 2023 returns to Toronto’s Energy Center at Exhibition Place, combining the best of the hospitality and foodservice industry – a dynamic in-person trade show, with conferences, competitions and events. The looming recession – From inflation significantly affecting grocery prices to supply chain costs, what can we do to mitigate these challenges? Labor issues & mental health – Find solutions to help support staff and the consumer experience. What’s Trending? Hear about the hottest new and noteworthy trends shaping how we live in 2023,…
Sid brings fresh approach to winter fine dining –
The iconic Sid at the French Café in Symonds Street, Auckland is heading into winter with new menu offerings and options to bring more fun to fine dining. As well as launching a new winter tasting menu, the celebrated restaurant is introducing a flexible à la carte menu and snack offerings, giving guests more relaxed options. The restaurant is also taking walk-ins for those wanting to pop in spontaneously for an after-work cocktail or glass of wine with snacks. Guests can enjoy these impromptu treats in the heated undercover area in the Mediterranean-inspired courtyard or around a brazier fire, also…
Angel Food seeks crowdfunding for expansion plans –
Angel Food, believed to be New Zealand’s #1 plant-based food brand, has announced its latest crowd funding raise, which will launch PledgeMe on Monday June 19. Angel Food is looking to raise a minimum of $200,000 (for a 4.17% share of the company) with a maximum raise of $500,000 (for a 9.8% share of the company). The minimum investment is $331.00 (for 10 shares at $33.10 per share). The share offer will close on July 3 (or when fully subscribed, if earlier). The capital raised will be used for investment in marketing, innovation (including the continued improvement of existing products…
Business confidence continues to decline says RANZ –
New Zealand hospitality businesses are feeling increasingly pessimistic about the state of the economy, according to the latest survey conducted by the Restaurant Association. Thirty-nine per cent of business owners believe business conditions will deteriorate over the coming 12 months with only 20 per cent expecting an improvement. Businesses are dealing with a range of challenges, including a shortage of skilled workers, increasing wages and ingredient costs, and the impacts of recent weather events. Forty-six per cent cited managing wage costs as the number one challenging affecting their business. Supply chain price increases are also having a significant impact on…
Mark Southon becomes a Celiac NZ Ambassador –
Respected chef Mark Southon is urging fellow professionals to be vigilantes when catering for diners with celiac disease. The well-known freelance chef has collected multiple accolades and television show credits during his career, working in top restaurants in Europe, Australia and New Zealand. As the recently-named ambassador to Celiac New Zealand, Mark is also harnessing his high profile to raise awareness for people unable to digest gluten. He is adamant that chefs and hospitality managers take training and education seriously. In kitchens where staff turnover is high, constant retraining is particularly essential. “You have to get into the mindset of…