PA Life visited EVE in Kensington to try out the relative newcomer, opened in September 2023, that’s already made its mark in this foodie neighbourhood by becoming a firm favourite with the locals. We could see the appeal as soon as we stepped into the warmly coloured and welcoming lobby. EVE is located in a rather grand townhouse just a…
read moreOur Editor visited Mayfair for a dinner and cocktails evening at one of its most popular dining destinations. Hush is tucked away from the hustle and bustle, in a quiet courtyard just behind Bond Street and has long been a favourite of those in the know and celebrities wanting to dine in peace. The restaurant was founded in 1999 by…
read moreWith summer on the horizon, it’s time to fire up those BBQs. Up your grill game by taking on board these BBQ tips by top chefs from some of the UK’s best rated restaurants. And it’s not all about meat either as vegetables find their way to more and more BBQ menus… Get your utentials ready for the BBQ season…
read moreOur Editor joined the opening event of the 12th floor and checked into the Hyatt Regency after to take in the full experience. The hotels are located in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park’s upmarket shopping area in this vibrant East London neighbourhood. The Hyatt Regency and Hyatt House London Stratford are relative newcomers to the area, having opened a year…
read morePan Pacific London, the luxury hotel located minutes from Liverpool Street Station and key London landmarks, is delighted to have won ‘Hotel of the Year – Group 2023’ at The Cateys Awards sponsored by The Caterer, an outstanding and prestigious award celebrating businesses and operators with the highest standards in the UK. This impressive and renowned accolade was announced last…
read moreOur Editor checked into InterContinental Lisbon for a weekend break. June is a great time to visit Lisbon as it’s the month of Santo Antonio Festival, also known as Sardine Festival. There was also another reason for Marja-Leena to visit the Hotel Intercontinental Lisbon and that was to meet with Maarten Drenth, Area General Manager at IHG in Portugal, to…
read moreAre you looking for perfect al fresco dining and drinking spots in the capital? Then the new Drake & Morgan’s destination themed all-weather terraces will make you think you are on holiday already. And the Italian trattoria style roof terrace at Selfridges will take you to the Med as soon as you step in. We bring you the best for…
read moreIf you are looking for a fine dining experience, Italian style, in central London then you are not short of choices. However, if you want to impress your foodie execs, and their guests, then Theo Randall at the InterContinental is a safe bet. Our Editor paid a visit… See also details at the end of this review about The Italian…
read morePA Life’s Sienna Shipton talked to Mandy Jennings as part of our International Women’s Day series of interviews featuring inspirational women. The series covers women across different industries and professions, however we have found a common quality in all the women and that’s a believe in their own abilities and drive to succeed. Mandy’s impressive career in hospitality management spans…
read morePA Life’s Editor sat down with Maarten Drenth, Area General Manager Portugal at InterContinental Hotels & Resorts to learn about the hotel’s success as one of the best places to work in Portugal. They had recently been awarded the prestigious titles of ‘Best Workplaces’ and ‘Culture for All’ by Great Place to Work in Portugal. InterContinental Lisbon is currently the only company…
read moreSandi Richmond, Executive Chef at Nobu Shoreditch, took the reins at this iconic Shoreditch restaurant in April this year, after gaining her Nobu training and experience first at Nobu Dubai and most recently at Nobu Istanbul. Our Editor had a pleasure of meeting ChefI as Richmond at the iconic Nobu hotel. Sandi is originally from Durban, South Africa, where she trained…
read moreLet’s take a look at what’s on in London this September. The start of the autumn is certainly looking great. Here’s a hot list of some of the best events and parties, and latest food and drink trends, not to be missed in the capital. Get your diaries out! London Fashion Week – Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane with Harvey…
read moreThe COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted everyone’s travelling plans, but what do you do if you work in the travel sector? We spoke to Sandie Lehal, Founder of Holiday PA, about the impact COVID-19 has had on her travel business… Q: What inspired you to start Holiday PA? I gave up a corporate career, working all hours as a Solicitor to…
read moreThe PA Way has built an app to connect, empower and reward its members. The PA Way app launches this month to be placed at the gold fingertips of PAs, EAs, VAs and office admins; helping them to make more informed buying decisions. Through a range of affiliated and approved partners, users will be able to tap into a personal…
read moreBy Brijesh Vadukiya, tech activist and blogger The arrival of technology and its innovation has been very fruitful for people all over the world. Everyone, including businesses, have benefited from the evolution of technology and this will only continue in the future. Technological solutions have made things easier, comfortable and flexible. This has changed people’s mindset and they are always…
read moreBy Mike Edwards, Head of People at Love Energy Savings Some employers fear giving their staff a voice – hoping instead they’ll avoid any issues and grievances by burying their heads in the sand, or worse, allowing a culture of fear to take hold where staff are anxious about speaking up. This attitude isn’t productive for your business. A miserable workforce…
read more‘India’s Best Restaurant,’ Indian Accent, has launched a new menu. The award-winning restaurant, which has received critical acclaim and multiple five-star reviews thanks to menus created with flair and flavour by Chef Manish Mehrotra, has ‘stepped into spring’. Its new menu includes seasonal dishes utilising innovative flavour combinations, including baked paneer pinwheel with tomato salad; seared scallops with chilli prawns…
read moreA huge part of any assistant’s job is knowing which restaurants are best for meetings, a quick business lunch or an evening meal that’s set to impress potential clients. Many PAs rely on their network to suggest new places, but how do you find a place in a location that even your contacts haven’t tried before? That is where DishRatings…
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