http://news.caterer.comNews from Caterer.comen-gbWed, 30 Jan 2008 13:57:45 GMTCopyright: (C) Totaljobs Group Ltd, see http://www.caterer.com/Contents/Content/TermsAndConditions.html for terms and conditions of reusepub jobs in London are leading the way as the industry recovers from the effects of the recession, according to new research.

The Coffer Peach Business Tracker of trading levels at 15 major leisure firms in the capital found that, after a difficult January, like-for-like sales in February rose by 1.3 per cent compared to the same month last year.

Trevor Watson, director at leisure property consultancy Davis Coffer Lyons, said: "The central London eating and drinking market continues to be very strong. Away from the south-east, the market appears to be lagging behind."

The research also found that total sales, including those at new restaurants, were three per cent higher last month than during February..

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The live music venue, which has hosted famous musicians such as The Rolling Stones and Van Morrison since 1963, has been threatened by closure.

But plans to close the venue and reopen it as a gastro-pub caused uproar on the social networking site.

A petition to preserve the pub's current format started in November and was subsequently backed by 6,500 people.

Landlord Young's has listened to the cries from the public and decided to keep it as a music venue.

James Harris, venue tenant, told the BBC: "This was never just about jobs but about a part of our music heritage."

He added: "We still face tough times..

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Speaking to the Publican, Clive Watson, chief executive of the Capital Pub Company, explained that its outlets in the centre of the city have been trading "very well" and the outer London pubs that had been doing less well have been revived.

Mr Watson also hinted that the firm could create new pub jobs as the economy begins to pick up.

He said: "We've spent the last 15 to 18 months battening down the hatches. Now it's time to let out a bit of sail."

The firm has already introduced food franchise operations into..

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Five friends who enjoyed drinking in the regency-style building were concerned it could lose its unique character if taken over by a new owner, so their lodged the highest bid to secure the licence for £175,000.

The Daily Mail reports that the project has been a success, with food and beer sales up and 18 employees now working in bar, kitchen, waiting-on and pub manager jobs.

Lawyer Andrew Thornton, one of the new co-owners, said the Marquess Tavern was one of the best real ale pubs in the area and needed to be preserved.

He claimed the only..

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After making what will be the first such move by a large UK pub firm, it could now safeguard pub roles at struggling ale houses around the UK while creating new local jobs.

Investors are to be offered the opportunity to buy three new shares for every five they hold at a price of 270 pence each

Rooney Anand, Greene King's chief executive, said the company's major shareholders supported the fund-raising move.

The firm has expressed a desire to "cherry pick" the best available sites based upon market value and potential profitability.

Earlier this year, JD Wetherspoons offered patrons..

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The Queen Adelaide pub on the Uxbridge Road has been redesigned as an informal gastro pub which serves high-quality food and a selection of ales from across the UK.

Occupying a grade II listed Victorian building, the establishment still boasts many of its original features such as the central bar.

Furthermore, a team of chefs is creating a wide range of dishes including braised lamb shank with mashed neeps and curly kale, honey glazed confit duck leg with bubble and squeak and garlic beans topped with red wine duck sauce.

Nick Pring, founding partner of Realpubs, said: "We wanted to create a haven where customers can enjoy..

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Following the launch of its debut establishment in Northampton, the company plans to open the venue in the basement of the Gainsborough hotel in November, according to Big Hospitality.

Partners in the firm David Serlui and Sam King plan to expand the Ghost brand over the next year and a half, the website says, meaning good news for seekers of hospitality jobs in a lively environment.

The London venue will cater for 150 people and its walls are designed with graffiti by designer Robbie Clydesdale and colloborators.

Also on offer will be a "drinks bible" with 2,000 concoctions, it..

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A licensee has revealed Kate Moss and Sir Ian McKellen helped save her London pub, avoiding job losses in the process, according to a source.

Pauline Forster, owner of east London's George Tavern claims the premises, along with the nearby Peacock pub, were set to be demolished to make way for residential property, reports the Publican.

But, the proposals were turned down after a campaign which included media coverage, a petition featuring 1,500 signatures and backing from the two celebrities.

Ms Forster told the website: "We got a lot of people involved as soon as we found out about the plans and the level of support certainly helped because Tower Hamlets turned..

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The Greater London borough of Ealing is set to receive a new pub in its town centre, producing a range of local jobs on opening in October, it has been reported.

Operated by JD Wetherspoon, the licensed establishment is undergoing a £520,000 refurbishment and the launch is expected in the first week of the month, according to the Ealing Times, creating 35 pub jobs in total.

Eddie Gershon, spokesman for the national pub chain, told the publication the location is "a vibrant and exciting place", hence the organisation has had its eye on it for a while.

Locals have praised the new addition to the town's nightlife, with 25-year-old Mike Wood..

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Club Surya, a concept from environmental campaigner and former MP Andrew Charalambous, otherwise known as Dr Earth, features a hi-tech dancefloor comprised of wooden floorboards under which lie quartz crystals which, coupled with the latest technology, release energy when they are danced upon.

This can reportedly generate just under two-thirds of the club's electricity.

Bio-beer and organic wines are also very much at the forefront of this exciting venture, suggesting nightclub employees can know they're not only working in a lively night spot but making a difference to the environment too.

Dr Earth has spent £1 million on the venue, which also features..

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