http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.auSample blank web siteen-auMen and Generation Y are more partial than other drinkers to splashing out on some top shelf wine or champagne, according to a new survey. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Blokes-and-Gen-Y-splash-out-on-premium-tipples/534439.aspxThu, 17 May 2012 13:00:00 GMTThe number of areas of Sydney that will see the new breed of food trucks coming to the city is steadily growing as Sydney Council approves more locations where they can serve customers. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Sydney-food-truck-sites-grow-ahead-of-roll-out/534438.aspxThu, 17 May 2012 13:00:00 GMTMcWilliam's Wine Group is recalling some of its products in its fortified wine range because of the possible presence of glass pieces. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Glass-scare-prompts-McWilliams-recall/534411.aspxTue, 15 May 2012 14:00:00 GMTSmart hospitality operators around the country are continuing to tap into the ever increasing popularity of a a quality, well made cup of tea in all its forms, writes Danielle Bowling.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Tea-time-on-the-rise-in-hospitality/534286.aspxTue, 15 May 2012 10:00:00 GMTThe Federal Treasurer, Wayne Swan, will be promoting the benefit to the hospitality industry of some of last week's budget announcements when he visits one of Australia's top foodservice equipment manufacturers this morning. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Treasurer-visits-Goldstein-Eswood-to-promote-hospitality-budget-benefits/534406.aspxTue, 15 May 2012 07:00:00 GMTTimes have changed and so has the skills required in a chef. Ken Burgin gives his tips for ensuring you're keeping up with what's demanded.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/12-tips-for-becoming-a-modern-day-chef/534398.aspxMon, 14 May 2012 13:00:00 GMTUp to 120 cafes, restaurants and takeaway food venues in South Australia, Western Australia and the Northern Territory will have their books checked by the Fair Work Ombudsman over the next four months, as part of a new education and compliance campaign.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Foodservice-venues-to-be-grilled-as-part-of-new-education-campaign/534397.aspxMon, 14 May 2012 12:00:00 GMTNicolas Kurban has been appointed as executive general manager, food and beverage, at Crown Melbourne.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Crown-Melbourne-adds-another-jewel-with-Kurban-appointment/534394.aspxMon, 14 May 2012 12:00:00 GMTWe round up the stories relating to the hospitality industry from the weekend newspapers.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Dogs-dining-outdoors-death-of-Tuesday-dining-two-meal-menus-What-the-papers-said/534390.aspxMon, 14 May 2012 10:00:00 GMTSydney chef Jeremy Strode has just opened the doors of the latest new venture for hospitality group powerhouse Merivale - a restaurant where his career-long commitment to local and seasonal produce will be prominently on display, writes Danielle Bowling.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Fish-on-the-menu-for-latest-Strode-venture/534282.aspxMon, 14 May 2012 08:00:00 GMTRather than being in the hustle and bustle of a city with competitors left, right and centre, Pizza Religion is tucked away in suburbia, in Hawthorn East. And while it might not get the foot traffic that its city competitors boast, Kris Bailey and Matt Hunter's 18 month old venture has a cult-like following.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Worshipping-Pizza-Religion/534383.aspxFri, 11 May 2012 09:00:00 GMTJeremy Strode, the man behind Bistrode CBD and the recently opened Fish Shop in Potts Point, shared one of his delicious seafood recipes with us. Check it out.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Jeremy-Strodes-citrus-cured-kingfish/534377.aspxFri, 11 May 2012 08:00:00 GMTLearn accounting, and become obsessed with your bottomline, says Melbourne's Adrian Richardson, who was one of a panel of top Australian chefs and restaurateurs who took to a stage in Adelaide to share their knowledge. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Top-chefs-reveal-secrets-to-success/534378.aspxThu, 10 May 2012 15:00:00 GMTHe was already officially Australia's top sommelier, now Franck Moreau has his sights on world domination after being crowned the best sommelier in Asia Pacific. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Merivales-Moreau-named-Asia-Pacifics-best-sommelier/534376.aspxThu, 10 May 2012 12:00:00 GMTA poison chalice? A mixed bag? Whatever the descriptions of this year's Federal Budget it seems the overall judgement from the different hospitality sectors is that it's been a disappointing one.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Budget-disappointment-for-hospitality-industry-updated/534372.aspxWed, 09 May 2012 13:00:00 GMTAustralians are spending more on eating out but its not translating into profits for the foodservice businesses, says Restaurant and Catering Australia. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Australians-spend-up-on-eating-out/534364.aspxWed, 09 May 2012 09:00:00 GMTWith the majority of allergic reactions to food occurring outside the home, Anaphylaxis Australia says the foodservice industry not only has a role to play, but a responsibility when dishing up for diners with dietary requirements or allergies. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Food-Allergy-Awareness-Week-highlights-restaurant-responsibilities/534367.aspxWed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 GMTDe Bortoli Wines has unveiled new Australian developed screw cap technology for sparkling wine that it reckons will receive a strong reception from the hospitality industry. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/De-Bortoli-unveils-first-screw-capped-sparkling-wines/534362.aspxTue, 08 May 2012 17:00:00 GMTTaj Hotels is on the hunt for a Melbourne property as it seeks to expand its Australian portfolio, but a suitable site is proving elusive.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Taj-seeks-Melbourne-hotel-site/534348.aspxTue, 08 May 2012 08:00:00 GMTIn the latest Signature Dish video, Hospitality and de Groots Media bring you Alaskan Crab from Sydney's China Doll restaurant, in Woolloomooloo. Watch head chef Frank Shek in action and read about the importance of managing costs with crab.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/China-Dolls-Signature-Dish-video/534316.aspxTue, 08 May 2012 08:00:00 GMTWe round up stories relating to the hospitality industry from the weekend newspapers.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Bacon-flavoured-envelopes-lounge-room-restaurants-relaxing-small-bar-rules-in-WA-What-the-papers-said/534318.aspxMon, 07 May 2012 09:00:00 GMTThe Melbourne restaurant powerhouse MoVida will open its doors in Sydney for the first time later this year, but a bakery is the latest move for the group.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/October-opening-for-first-Sydney-MoVida/534324.aspxMon, 07 May 2012 07:00:00 GMTMelbourne has streaked ahead as the favourite destination for Australians wanting to holiday at home. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Melbourne-wins-popularity-stakes-for-domestic-holidays/534322.aspxMon, 07 May 2012 05:00:00 GMTIt's important that Australia continue to plan for increased demand for accommodation despite a "patchwork quilt" of performance for the accommodation industry, according to a leading industry group. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Plan-for-future-demand-needed-for-accommodation-industry/534331.aspxMon, 07 May 2012 02:00:00 GMTThe window of opportunity for a chance at $10,000 prize for competitive chefs is closing fast. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Ten-thousand-dollar-prize-pool-lures-top-chefs/534317.aspxMon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 GMTFounder of Danks Street Depot, Jared Ingersoll, is trying his darnedest to focus on his loyal, well intentioned diners, and is encouraging other restaurateurs to do the same - not get distracted by all the negative no-show talk that's swamped the media lately.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Lets-leave-the-no-show-talk-behind-Jared-Ingersoll/534315.aspxFri, 04 May 2012 15:00:00 GMTFood brand, Knorr, has launched its Taste Success mobile app, designed for chefs and other foodservice professionals and used brand ambassador Marco Pierre White's recent visit to Australia to promote the release.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Knorr-launches-mobile-app-for-chefs-video/534308.aspxFri, 04 May 2012 12:00:00 GMTHong-Kong born Michelin star chef Peter Chan has been appointed as the new executive chef of Crown Melbourne's Chinese fine dining restaurant Silks. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Dual-Michelin-starred-chef-to-head-up-Silks/534313.aspxFri, 04 May 2012 11:00:00 GMTThe food safety watchdog Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has called for submissions on whether to allow pet dogs in outdoor areas of eating establishments http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Should-pet-dogs-be-allowed-in-eating-areas/534309.aspxFri, 04 May 2012 00:00:00 GMTUrbane Brisbane has appointed the former UK Young Chef of the Year Alejandro Cancino as its new executive chef. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/UK-Young-Chef-winner-is-new-Urbane-exec-chef/534302.aspxThu, 03 May 2012 14:00:00 GMTThe restaurant and catering industry has picked a major fight with unions with its renewed bid for the cutting of weekend penalty rates for hospitality staff which it says is crippling the industry. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Restaurant-industry-renews-penalty-rate-change-call/534299.aspxThu, 03 May 2012 14:00:00 GMTIf your wish list includes fast-tracking your culinary career, with a spot of overseas travel to Europe thrown in for good measure then getting cracking. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Golden-Chef-Hat-apprentice-comp-entries-close-tomorrow/534297.aspxThu, 03 May 2012 11:00:00 GMT "I had a very simple philosophy in my kitchen: it was never good enough. When you think it's good enough it's time to say goodbye." This is one piece of advice that culinary king Marco Pierre White offered today's young chefs when Hospitality's Danielle Bowling stole five minutes of his time.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Marco-Pierre-White-sheds-light-on-training-tomorrows-top-chefs/534287.aspxThu, 03 May 2012 11:00:00 GMTWhy do hospitality businesses need to embrace social media as part of their marketing strategy? http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Throwing-social-media-into-your-hospitality-marketing-mix/534292.aspxThu, 03 May 2012 10:00:00 GMTThe New Zealand southern blue whiting fishery is the latest fishery to be certified as sustainable under the Marine Stewardship Council program. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/NZ-whiting-fishery-gains-certified-sustainable-approval/534294.aspxThu, 03 May 2012 09:00:00 GMTRaw coffee prices reached record highs in 2011, but increased production in Brazil will hopefully alleviate some of the pressure for buyers. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Soaring-raw-coffee-prices-predicted-to-drop-in-2012/534293.aspxThu, 03 May 2012 08:00:00 GMTCameron Murchison and Ryan Squires' Brisbane restaurant Esquire has become Queensland's first three hat restaurant.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Esquire-name-Queensland-best-in-inaugural-restaurant-guide-awards/534283.aspxTue, 01 May 2012 11:00:00 GMTHospitality magazine has teamed up with de Groots Media, to bring you a range of Signature Dish videos. First up we're featuring Jason Palmero, head chef at Kobe Jones on King Street Wharf, who is dishing up the restaurant's hugely popular Number One Special. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Kobe-Jones-Signature-Dish-video/534260.aspxTue, 01 May 2012 10:00:00 GMTAustralian chef Brett Graham has won the Highest Climber award at this year's 50 Best Restaurant awards with his London establishment, The Ledbury rising an impressive 20 places. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Grahams-The-Ledbury-named-Top-50s-highest-climber/534254.aspxTue, 01 May 2012 09:00:00 GMTEconomic research from Tourism Accommodation Australia has found that Sydney's need for more hotel rooms is significantly lower than previously thought.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Sydney-hotel-demand-lower-than-first-thought-TAA/534250.aspxMon, 30 Apr 2012 15:00:00 GMTWant to find out 20 ways to cut water, gas and electricity costs in your foodservice business. Don't miss our next FREE webinar.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Get-water-gas-and-electricity-cost-saving-tips/534249.aspxMon, 30 Apr 2012 12:00:00 GMTWe round up the stories relating to the hospitality industry from the weekend newspapers.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/380-steak-top-chefs-stew-on-labour-shortage-insects-and-metal-in-NSW-dishes-What-the-papers-said/534243.aspxMon, 30 Apr 2012 11:00:00 GMTAustralians' love affair with cruising continues to grow with a new report showing a growth of more than 30 per cent in numbers, reaching an all time high. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Australian-cruising-numbers-surge-30-per-cent/534247.aspxMon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMTCelebrity chef and owner of Sydney's Aria and Chiswick restaurants, Matt Moran has come under fire for promoting Kangaroo Island to his 20,000-strong Twitter audience, without disclosing the deal he has with the South Australian Tourism Commission (SATC).http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Matt-Moran-under-fire-for-sponsored-tweets/534225.aspxThu, 26 Apr 2012 14:00:00 GMTOne of Australia's most iconic Whitsunday islands, Lindeman Island, has been sold to White Horse (Australia) Holdings.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Lindeman-Island-sale-to-boost-QLD-tourism/534222.aspxThu, 26 Apr 2012 11:00:00 GMTVictoria is the only state that has not introduced a ban, or an intention to ban, smoking in outdoor dining and drinking areas. Today, four of the state's leading health organisations have united to change this. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Health-groups-urge-VIC-to-catch-up-with-outdoor-smoking-bans/534220.aspxThu, 26 Apr 2012 11:00:00 GMTAcclaimed chef Katrina Kanetani stunned diners at Sydney's Pier for five years but has returned to her regional home to set up her own restaurant with her husband Karl. By Danielle Bowling.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Dessert-queen-Katrina-Kanetani-enjoys-regional-homecoming/534060.aspxTue, 24 Apr 2012 10:00:00 GMTRene Redzepi, head chef at Copenhagen's Noma restaurant, number one on the San Pellegrino World's 50 Best Restaurants list for 2010 and 2011, is planning to launch a pop-up restaurant in London to mark the upcoming Olympic Games.http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Rene-Redzepi-to-launch-pop-up-restaurant-for-London-Olympics/534201.aspxTue, 24 Apr 2012 09:00:00 GMTEx Lillianfels Spa and Resort group executive chef Carl Middleton has joined the Sydney Hilton hotel as its new executive chef. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Middleton-on-board-as-new-Hilton-Sydney-exec-chef/534199.aspxTue, 24 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMTThe Rendezvous Hotel Group will rebrand two of its Brisbane hotels - The Marque Hotel Brisbane and Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane - as part of brand rejuvenation program its undertaking. http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/Article/Hotel-name-changes-for-Rendezvous-group/534194.aspxMon, 23 Apr 2012 13:00:00 GMT