Alta Badia (South Tyrolean Dolomites/Italy) Lüm – Light Only a few days to go until July 6: organizers, staff, volunteers, and cycling friends are ready to bring the 38th edition of the Maratona dles Dolomites – Enel to life. The theme of this edition is LÜM — the light of the Dolomites that turns every effort into energy and every emotion into a memory. Numbers and routes 8,000 cyclists will take part in the 38th edition of the Maratona dles Dolomites – Enel: half selected by lottery and half through reserved entries, partners, and tour operators. A total of 32.700 requests were…
Author: Lucy Contrino
This September, The Marksman – the much-loved East End public house and dining room on Hackney Road, run by friends Tom Harris and Jon Rotheram – celebrates its 10th birthday. “We didn’t expect it to take off as quickly as it did,” says Jon, “but it definitely sparked something. At its heart, we wanted to hark back to the traditional East End boozer – where not only could you have friendly bar staff pour a perfect pint, but there was a daily menu too. Pubs with food can get a bit fancy, so stripping it back a little while retaining the skill…
Whether you’re enjoying an all-inclusive holiday or exploring a foodie hotspot, sometimes all you really want is a McDonald’s. Affordable, reliable, and globally recognisable – it’s a comfort food staple. But step into a McDonald’s abroad and you might be surprised: from shrimp burgers in Japan to spaghetti in the Philippines, menus around the world are packed with unexpected local twists. No matter where you’re going on a summer holiday this year, chances are you’ll stumble across a McDonald’s, whether in the airport or along the high street. However, as much as chowing down on a Maccies meal may be…
Fish and chip shops are estimated to serve 380 million meals annually across the UK. As the summer holidays begin, thousands of Brits will be heading to the seaside, and for many, no trip is complete without a portion of battered, golden cod and chunky chips doused in salt and vinegar. The study by Suomikasinot, a casino comparison portal, analysed the number of fish and chip shops in each local authority area across the UK and calculated the number of establishments per 100,000 residents to determine which areas have the highest density of this British culinary institution. The UK’s fish…
It’s officially summertime and in honour of the sunshine season Pasta Evangelists reveals the one ingredient that truly captures the soul of the Italian summer: il pomodoro. Plump, sun-ripened, and bursting with sweetness, tomatoes are so much more than the base of a sauce. They’re a symbol of Italian home cooking, passed down through generations. From Nonna’s slow-simmered ragù to the simplest sugo al pomodoro, the tomato is where good food begins. Roberta d’Elia, Head Chef at Pasta Evangelists, shares the top tips to consider when cooking with tomatoes, and provides perfect recipes that bring the taste of tomatoes to…
Improvements to regional transport can benefit tourism, employment and local economies, UKHospitality said. Kate Nicholls, Chief Executive of UKHospitality, said: “This is significant investment in regional transport and will provide a boost to local economies, creating hospitality and tourism jobs. “Reliable, efficient and accessible transport links are critical for opening up tourism and providing more opportunities for visitors to experience the UK, all of which also boosts local employment. There’s also the added advantage of hospitality workers having easier journeys to and from work, which can be a barrier when transport links are not suitable. “It’s fair to say that…
Europa Worldwide Group is showing its support for Generation Logistics Week, an industry-led initiative working to prove that if you have the right attitude, drive and determination to succeed, logistics is the perfect industry to build a career in. As one of the UK’s largest independently owned logistics operators, Europa Worldwide Group has sponsored the Generation Logistics campaign, which is led by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT UK) and Logistics UK, since 2022. The week is dedicated to connecting young people with leading employers to showcase the diverse and exciting career options available in the industry. Sharing Generation Logistics Week’s…
Following last night’s result, England are set to face Spain on Sunday in the Women’s Euros final, and football fever is sweeping the nation as fans are scrambling to secure the best spots to watch the big game. After the Lionesses’ dramatic win on Tuesday in extra time, Access Hospitality analysed data from hospitality discovery platform, DesignMyNight, and can reveal there was a staggering 333% surge in bookings for venues showing the final – and that was in just 10 minutes after the final whistle. With the Lionesses now just one match away from defending their European crown, supporters across the country are getting match-day…
New data reveals dangerous nonstop working across the UK Millions of Brits are in danger of burnout by working through their lunch break, with Gen Z workers most likely to do so. Shockingly, two thirds (65%) of Brits admit to having worked a full 7–8-hour day without a break, while 6 in 10 (60%) even admitted to answering calls or emails from the bathroom. Experts are warning this makes them in danger of chronic stress and anxiety, eye strain and increased sickness. The study of 2,000 UK workers by HR software provider, Personio, revealed Millennials were the group most likely to…
To celebrate Afternoon Tea Week this August, KNEAD Bakery will host a one-off afternoon tea experience at KNEAD Bakery Elkstone on Sunday 17th August, and will launch two exciting limited-edition scones across all KNEAD sites. The KNEAD Bakery Elkstone’s afternoon tea experience, is priced at £29 and has been created exclusively by Head Pastry Chef, Mikey Topp, whose experience includes working in some of the Cotswolds’ most acclaimed kitchens including the Royal Crescent Hotel, and The Manor House Hotel where he won the Highly Commended Afternoon Tea Award by the Tea Guild. Known for his balance of flavour, finesse, and…