http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.auSample blank web siteen-auMoo Moo has welcomed Philip Edwards to lead their kitchen team and help owners Steven & Autumn Adams take the restaurant to the next level.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Moo-Moo-in-QLD-has-another-win-with-appointment-of-new-executive-chef/433933.aspxThu, 18 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTThe Victorian Employers Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Tourism Alliance Victoria have announced the consolidation of their resources.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/A-united-tourism-voice-for-Victoria/433934.aspxThu, 18 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTA new tourism report released yesterday showed that domestic tourism was facing significant pressures in the 12 months to September 2008, well before the current economic factors came into play.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Tourism-was-doing-it-tough-before-current-economic-pressures/433935.aspxThu, 18 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTStayWell Hospitality Group (SWHG), owner and operator of the Leisure Inn and Park Regis brands, announced it had signed a long term lease agreement for a property in Auckland, which will be its first hotel in New Zealand.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/StayWell-Hospitality-Group-Announce-First-New-Zealand-Property/433936.aspxThu, 18 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTRACV has rolled out an exciting new online map feature that will make it easier for members and other potential travellers to compare and book accommodation Australia-wide.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Hotel-options-and-prices-mapped-online/433937.aspxThu, 18 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTShannon Bennett is the latest Australian celebrity chef to become the face of a major kitchen equipment brand. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Bennett-signs-on-as-the-face-of-Miele/434048.aspxThu, 18 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTThe opening of its newest economy hotel brand Ibis comes at a perfect time offering budget conscious business and leisure travellers a good alternative amidst the economic turmoil, says Accor. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Timing-is-ideal-for-budget-CBD-hotel-says-Accor/434051.aspxThu, 18 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTSouthern Hemisphere bluefin tuna stocks are in good shape, according to Australian fishing industry and aquaculture pioneer, Hagen Stehr AO.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Bluefin-Tuna-Wild-catch-sets-new-record/433863.aspxWed, 17 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTExecutive Chef Trevor Griggs has introduced a new A La Carte menu to Atlas Cafe and Restaurant.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Tantalising-taste-buds-this-Christmas-at-Novotel-Rotorua-Lakeside-NZ/433884.aspxWed, 17 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTThe Australian restaurant and catering industry has welcomed the Federal Government's announcement of a20 per cent tax break in the new year. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Restaurants-and-catering-industry-welcomes-tax-breaks/433813.aspxTue, 16 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTNational Leisure and Gaming (NLG), Australia’s largest specialist hotel and gaming owner, has raised nearly $16k for Movember in Sydney.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Growing-a-mo-and-raising-funds-for-a-good-cause/433834.aspxTue, 16 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTOne of the world’s most successful and sophisticated food festivals is coming to Auckland, as Taste of Auckland provides four days of unrivalled gourmet delight.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Foodie-Heaven-descends-on-Auckland/433851.aspxTue, 16 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTNational Leisure and Gaming is out performing its competitors with news that two of their venues are in the top five gaming venues in NSW, as reported by the NSW Office of Liquor, Gaming & Racing.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/NLG-Snares-Two-of-the-Top-Five-Gaming-Spots/433598.aspxMon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTCalling all chocolate connoisseurs chocolatiers, bakers, pastry and dessert chefs who are hungry to prove their passion, talent and artistry at Australia s premier professional culinary event, the Callebaut Easter Egg Challenge 2009.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Callebaut-Easter-Egg-Challenge-at-Crown-Casino/433602.aspxMon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTApprentice chefs from across the state are invited to participate in the Inspired By Seafood Award, a unique and exciting opportunity challenging them to create a new recipe using a nominated seafood product.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Seafood-Awards-Announcement/433678.aspxMon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTWhen it comes to producing the nation’s best quality milk, South Australia s dairy farmers have thrown down the gauntlet to their counterparts from NSW, Qld and Victoria.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Australia-s-number-one-dairy-revealed/433680.aspxMon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTA round-up of stories from the weekend's newspapers affecting the hospitality industry. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/What-the-weekend-papers-said/433708.aspxMon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTSugaroom Restaurant Bar and Loungein Sydney could be the ideal waterfront location to celebrate New Year’s Eve and avoid the inner city crowds.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/New-Year-Venue-Sugaroom-features-fireworks-fine-food-and-French-champagne-all-for-100/433497.aspxFri, 12 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTAfter a second inconclusive DNA test of a faecal sample, the NSW Food Authority has closed its investigation into the Coogee Bay Hotel ice cream contamination. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/NSW-Food-Authority-ends-investigation-into-Coogee-Bay-ice-cream-scandal/433529.aspxFri, 12 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTAustralians should put their Federal Government Christmas bonus towards an Australian holiday according to the Hotel Motel & Accommodation Association.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/An-Australian-holiday-could-be-the-best-Christmas-gift-for-yourself/433405.aspxThu, 11 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTThe course promises exclusive techniques to deliver increased profits and sales for its cafe graduates - all Australian cafes/espresso bars that serve Toby s Estate Coffee, with a customised six week business coaching course in NSW.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/New-course-set-to-increase-cafe-sales-to-more-than-three-times-the-average/433428.aspxThu, 11 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTEvents NSW CEO Geoff Parmenter, joined by top chefs, announced Joanna Savill as the festival director for the new Sydney Morning Herald International Food Festival which will start next year.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/SMH-and-Events-NSW-announce-Festival-Director-for-new-International-Food-Festival-for-Sydney/433443.aspxThu, 11 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTA Queensland boutique brewer has made brewing history with the launch of BIGHEAD, a no-carb beer.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Lots-of-low-carb-beers-but-this-one-has-none-at-all/433447.aspxThu, 11 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTSean Connolly, executive chef and restaurateur of Sydney s Astral and Sean's Kitchen (Star City), has taken out the chef category in GQ Australia's annual Men of the Year awards held at The Ivy.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/One-hot-chef/433449.aspxThu, 11 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTA Taste of Harmony hospitality sponsor, Restaurant & Catering Australia is calling on all restaurants and cafes to register for the inaugural week held from 16 to 22 March 2009.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Bring-a-taste-of-Harmony-to-your-restaurant-or-cafe/433350.aspxWed, 10 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTHeinz is supporting a world-first study into the healthy eating habits of children in Australia.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Heinz-sponsorship-of-landmark-infant-feeding-research/433354.aspxWed, 10 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTChef Simon Arkless has separated the menu into appetisers, oysters, charcuterie, salads and vegetables, fish, meat, sides, cheese and desserts for the concept of family-style dining.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/A-more-relaxed-style-of-dining-for-Comme-Kitchen-in-Melbourne/433205.aspxTue, 09 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTCountry Hospitality Taste of the Country Café located in Pokolbin at Hunter Valley Gardens Shopping Village has been recognised as the first Green Table Australia Certified Business in NSW.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/First-accredited-Green-Table-cafe-In-NSW/433213.aspxTue, 09 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTInnovative chef and management team make Pyrmont’s Pyrama Restaurant a hot spot for Sydney diners.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/The-Food-Family/433215.aspxTue, 09 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTShimizu Japanese restaurants in Perth face court action after workplace inspectors found they had allegedly underpaid more than 60 workers.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Underpay-staff-and-face-court-action-in-WA/433043.aspxMon, 08 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTLaureate International Universities solidifies its leadership as the largest provider of degree-granting hospitality education in the world.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Blue-Mountains-International-Hotel-Management-School-joins-Laureate-International-Universities-Network/433044.aspxMon, 08 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTA round-up of stories from the weekend newspapers affecting the hospitality industry. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/What-the-papers-said/433048.aspxMon, 08 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTIncluding Tofu in the menu is a great idea because it is easy to cook and usually only requires very few ingredients.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Recipe-of-the-day-using-Tofu/433049.aspxMon, 08 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTThe 1751 competing wines were assessed by a panel of national and international wine judges which included Masters of Wine James Lawther from the UK and Kym Milne from Australia.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Two-Trophies-and-11-Golds-for-Villa-Maria-at-a-wine-competition-in-NZ/433007.aspxFri, 05 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTThe North Shore buzzed on the night of 4 December, as guests came together over a glass of wine to celebrate the much awaited opening of Firefly.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Red-Carpet-launch-of-Firefly-in-Neutral-Bay-Sydney/433009.aspxFri, 05 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTSydney's first small bar in a CBD laneway opens tonight and could also become the first recipient of a cash grant from the Sydney council that is part of a program to encourage more of the laneway businesses. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Sydneys-first-laneway-bar-opens-tonight/432848.aspxThu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTThirty of Australia's up and coming culinary stars will have the opportunity to learn from top chefs from Australia and overseas in a new program from the Melbourne Food and Wine festival and Fonterra.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Top-chefs-support-program-to-develop-apprentice-chefs/432856.aspxThu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTTurnover of Australia's cafe, restaurant and takeaway foodservices industry fell slightly in October, according to the latest monthly estimates from the Australian Bureau of Statistic. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Restaurant-and-cafe-turnover-falls-in-October/432862.aspxThu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTNAB Taste of Tennis comes to Melbourne to host a star-studded line-up as players and chefs set to sizzle.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/World-class-chefs-team-up-with-World-class-tennis-players/432325.aspxWed, 03 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTThe International Wine Challenge has announced the results of the Library Collection, the first competition to demonstrate the merits of premium wines and their cellaring potential. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/New-Vintage-Wines-Results-just-in-time-for-Christmas/432720.aspxWed, 03 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTRavesi s Restaurant in Sydney will unveil a new summer menu featuring its seasonal produce and seafood. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/New-summer-menu-arrives-in-Ravesi-s-Restaurant-Bondi/432785.aspxWed, 03 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTOwner of Orso, Silvio Gmur said that Woodstone s knowledge and experience of contemporary cuisine and passion for seafood were exactly right for the venue. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Coop-Woodstone-has-been-appointed-executive-chef-at-Orso-Bayside-Restaurant/432661.aspxTue, 02 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTAir France partners with Bilsons to bring to Australia - Alain Soliveres the executive chef at the Michelin star Parisian restaurant Taillevent.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/French-chef-comes-to-Sydney-in-January/432688.aspxTue, 02 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTTaiwan is an important wine market in its own right, with Australian wine exports worth $9.5 million in 2007-08, making Australia the second largest wine import source with 11 per cent of the imported wine market.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Wine-guru-James-Halliday-to-promote-premium-Aussie-wine-to-Asias-tastemakers/432699.aspxTue, 02 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTWine production has gone up, but lower domestic sales and a drop in exports has led to increased wine stocks according to figures released today by the ABS.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Wine-production-up-a-third-but-sales-slow/432410.aspxMon, 01 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTAustralian dairy is faced with a growing list of challenges but a resilient industry will continue to buffer the impact, Dairy Australia’s AGM heard on November 28.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Dairy-adapts-to-challenges/432440.aspxMon, 01 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTFive major Sydney hotels are preparing a challenge to the NSW Government’s planned regulations against 48 supposed violent hotels across NSW.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Hoteliers-to-challenge-tough-new-hotel-restrictions/432441.aspxMon, 01 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTAustralians are confused by the current organic certification system and would prefer to one standard symbol.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Consumers-demand-one-organic-symbol/432497.aspxMon, 01 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTA round-up of stories from the weekend's newspapers affecting the hospitality industry. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/What-the-weekend-papers-said/432511.aspxMon, 01 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMTA hip Hotel in Bondi is named AHA 2008 Hotel Bar of the Yearhttp://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Another-winner-for-AHA/432305.aspxFri, 28 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT