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Ian Dutton's 'Village Inn' wins two international awards
The Village Inn has won ‘Best Bar and Grill 2017’ and the award for ‘Excellence in European Cuisine 2017’ at the ‘Restaurant and Bar Awards’ hosted by LUX Magazine. The awards explore and honour establishments of all sizes on an international level, with each winner awarded purely on the basis of nominations and reviews made by clients, peers and industry professionals. The Village Inn has been under Ian’s expert guidance since 2011 and is located moments from the shores of Lake Windermere. Open every day, the Village Inn has become renowned for its superb range of freshly prepared dishes – sourced locally, extensive bar and family feel. Menus are changed regularly, with homemade pasta dishes and creations from the grill, particular specialities. “We are thrilled to have won these two international awards and delighted to shine a light on the Lake District and local area,” said Ian. “We strive at the Village Inn (and indeed all our venues) to provide the quality of product and level of customer service that we have become renowned for and are extremely pleased that these efforts have been recognised. Most importantly, the fact that these awards have been voted for, largely by our customers and members of the public, means a great deal.” Story of the Week
£16,000 raised for charity at special celebration ACE Wine Dinner
Last Friday, The Association of Catering Excellence held its annual Wine Dinner at The Langham London.This year the association celebrates its 80th birthday, having been established in 1937 as the Industrial Catering Association. 170 members and guests were in attendance at the glamorous black tie event. In a generous gesture, Sodexo pledged £5,000 to the Wiggly Worm fund, and newly appointed ACE Chef Patron, Adam Handling offered to match it. A further £6,000 was raised by guests at the event. The next ACE event is the Quiz Night on Wednesday 5th April at Lloyds London. eHotelier Hospitality News
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