Red Carnation Hotels Press and Podcast Room

Podcast: Sublime Cuisine

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 16:05:00 GMT

Roger Collis meets Bastien Peyraud, Restaurant Manager of Windows in Hotel d’Angleterre. Discover the style and cuisine served and more on the sublime lobster roast, Windows signature dish. Windows is a famous restaurant attracting approximately 60% of guests who are not staying in the hotel.

This Week in London Podcast: 33 Docklands Light Railway

Paul Parkinson — Fri, 30 May 2008 11:49:00 GMT

This week Paul Parkinson interviews two staff from the Docklands Light Railway. The DLR is a light rail system with one of the world's most advanced automatic train control systems. It now carries over 60 million passengers a year.

Podcast: Pure luxury in Geneva

Fri, 30 May 2008 11:46:00 GMT

Jean-Vital Domezon, Deputy Director of Hotel d’Angleterre meets Roger Collis to discuss the current challenges of a five-star hotel in Geneva. With almost two staff per room, Hotel d’Angleterre really focuses on quality and service, with an estimated 55% returning guests.

Podcast: A Wedding Planner and more...

Wed, 21 May 2008 12:16:00 GMT

Corinne DeCelles, Banqueting Manager at Hotel d'Angleterre in Geneva meets Roger Collis. Corinne organises events from small interviews to weddings catering for up to 60 guests if there is a dance floor, 80 without. Listen here to discover what a Banqueting does?

This Week in London Podcast: 32 Buckingham Palace

Paul Parkinson — Wed, 21 May 2008 12:13:00 GMT

This episode is all about Buckingham Palace, the most famous building in London. Paul gives listeners a bit of history and background, leading onto the current day Palace and the opportunity for visitors to take a tour of the State Rooms.

The international gastronomic association, Chaine des Rotisseurs presents Azure with a blazon

akendall@rchmail.com — Mon, 06 May 2008 09:29:00 GMT

On the 21st April 2008 at an awards dinner in Stellenbosch, South Africa, Azure, The Twelve Apostles’ restaurant, was presented a Blazon by the Chaine des Rotisseurs, an international gastronomic association with over 24 000 professional and amateur members worldwide. Receiving such a plaque is a huge achievement and marks the tremendous skills of Executive Chef Roberto de Carvalho and his team. A plaque, or Blazon as it is often referred to, is given to selected Chaîne professional members working at the very best restaurants with superb cuisine, service and hospitality.

Celebrate Mother's Day at The Chesterfield Palm Beach

akendall@rchmail.com — Fri, 02 May 2008 16:01:19 GMT

With Mother's Day approaching, The Chesterfield Palm Beach invites you to celebrate your mother with an afternoon tea, a sumptuous brunch or a very special accommodation package.

This Week in London Podcast: 31 Three very important people

Paul Parkinson — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 16:41:00 GMT

The three important people discussed in this episode are the Chelsea Pensioners, the Pearly Kings and Queens and the Yeoman Warders of the Tower of London, all three inspiring images of London.

This Week in London Podcast: 30 The Crown Jewels

Paul Parkinson — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 16:38:00 GMT

Paul Parkinson looks into The British Crown Jewels, the ceremony treasured acquired by English Kings and Queens mostly since 1616.

This Week in London Podcast: 29 London Heathrow Terminal 5

Paul Parkinson — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 16:38:00 GMT

Paul spent a couple of hours being guided around LHRT5, he discovers an amazing building, designed by the Richard Rogers Partnership, which will take London Heathrow into the 21st Century.

Red Carnation Hotels acquires The Old Government House Hotel

akendall@rchmail.com — Mon, 03 Apr 2008 12:17:19 GMT

We are pleased to announce the aqcuisition of The Old Government House Hotel, located in the Channel Islands. This 63-bedroom Hotel is historically famous, dating back to 1858 and formerly the official residence of the Queen's representative to the Bailiwick of Guernsey - The Lt. Governor.

This Week in London Podcast: 26 London Zoo

Paul Parkinson — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:00:00 GMT

London Zoo in Regents Park, the world's oldest scientific zoo, is the focus for this podcast.

This Week in London Podcast: 25 The Houses of Parliament

Paul Parkinson — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:00:00 GMT

This podcast covers the Houses of Parliament - the House of Commons and the House of Lords. The quirks of the place, how to get into it and what it all means is discussed.

This Week in London Podcast: 24 The Strand

Paul Parkinson — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:00:00 GMT

Putting one of London's most famous streets under the spotlight, The Strand

This Week in London Podcast: 23 Remember Guido Fawkes

Paul Parkinson — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:00:00 GMT

Investigates the Gunpowder plot of the 5th November 1605, the failed attempt to kill king James I.

This Week in London Podcast: 28. Marylebone

Paul Parkinson — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:33:00 GMT

Covering Baker Street, the "home" of Sherlock Holmes, Madame Tussauds, the London Planetarium and Lords with a bit of a detour to talk about the movie "Plunkett & Macleane" via the River Tyburn, the hanging tree and Newgate Prison.

This Week in London Podcast: 27. Post Office Tower

Paul Parkinson — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:12:00 GMT

Built in 1964, opened in 1966, the Post Office Tower was the tallest building in London for quite some time. The views from the (still)(just) rotating restaurant area are stunning but only if you go to the Tower - you'll need to listen to the show to get that joke.

Podcast: Bouchard Finlayson

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 10:23:00 GMT

Interview with Peter Finlayson, wine maker and General Manager of the award winning Buchard Finlayson in South Africa.

Easter at Summer Lodge

akendall@rchmail.com — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 10:00:19 GMT

Spend your Easter weekend in a village of thatched cottages in the heart of Thomas Hardy’s Wessex. In other words, bask in the history of this region while enjoying the most up-to-date elegant surroundings offered at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel, Restaurant and Spa.

Easter at The Rubens

akendall@rchmail.com — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 10:00:17 GMT

For your family’s Easter weekend, stay at The Rubens and explore the magic of this great city, full of fun, excitement and adventure.

Easter at The Montague

akendall@rchmail.com — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 10:00:15 GMT

The Montague on the Gardens, Bloomsbury, enjoys a perfect location. This beautiful townhouse hotel , overlooking a private garden in a secluded spot, is near the British Museum and Covent Garden.

Easter Weekend at The Mayfair

akendall@rchmail.com — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 10:00:15 GMT

What better way to celebrate Easter in London than at The Chesterfield Mayfair and in the heart of London? What a delightful combination. The hotel is ideally located off Berkeley Square, near to Green Park and a stroll-away from the elegant shops of Bond and Regent Streets

Easter at The Egerton

akendall@rchmail.com — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 10:00:12 GMT

Luxury added to luxury added to luxury added to luxury - a simplification of a stay at The Egerton House Hotel. Truly the best of everything: service, amenities, and guest quarters so beautiful you are tempted to linger in them longer than your plans allow. Luxury Easter in London.

Family Easter Weekend

akendall@rchmail.com — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 10:00:12 GMT

For a family Easter weekend full of fun, excitement and adventure, stay at 41 and explore the magic of exciting London. This elegant five-star hotel is near Buckingham Palace, a short walk from the royal parks and Pall Mall, and is well known for its high service levels and elegant décor.

Easter Weekend at The Milestone

akendall@rchmail.com — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 10:00:08 GMT

The Milestone Hotel adheres strongly to its motto, “No request is too large…no detail too small.” And, added to their long list of luxurious accommodations and beautiful location overlooking Kensington Palace, this award-winning hotel offers a long list of wonderful amenities and impeccable service. Luxury Easter Break london.

TripAdvisor Survey applauds Summer Lodge and The Chesterfield Mayfair

akendall@rchmail.com — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 10:00:03 GMT

The Chesterfield Mayfair was voted best Performing Hotel in Britain and 9th Best Performing Luxury Hotel Worldwide. Summer Lodge Country House Hotel, our luxury property in Dorset has polled 91st position for Best 100 Luxury Hotels in the World and a remarkable 5th place in the Top 10 Best Service Europe category.

Executives.com

akendall@rchmail.com — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 11:59:03 GMT

The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa's Executives.com, package is designed for the business person in need of total escape and lots and lots of pampering. It is a true getaway to paradise.

Spring into Fashion

akendall@rchmail.com — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 14:41:03 GMT

A very exciting, mad, outrageous time is upon us: London Fashion Week. And, naturally, Red Carnation's three five-star London properties will make this event even more fun with the "Spring into Fashion" package.

Podcast: Tamarind 2

Roger Collis — Fri, 04 Jan 2007 10:20:00 GMT

The second of our Tamarind interviews with Rajesh Suri, and Alfred Prasad. Tamarind is taking fine Indian food to Geneva, a city where it is impossible to get a great Indian for the majority of the year. Four Chefs from Tamarind’s famous Mayfair restaurant are going to the kitchens of Hotel d’Angleterre, for the greatly anticipated Indian festival.

This Week in London Podcast: 22. Chelsea

Paul Parkinson — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 11:48:00 GMT

Home to Chelsea FC, The Chelsea Pensioners and The Chelsea Flower Show

This Week in London Podcast: 21. Nelson's Column

Paul Parkinson — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 11:47:00 GMT

Discover Trafalgar Square - the English love to name landmarks after battles they have won.

Summer Lodge wins Dorset restaurant of the Year 2007

akendall@rchmail.com — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 09:53:03 GMT

Summer Lodge, the luxury country house hotel and restaurant in Evershot, Dorset, scooped one of 11 coveted prizes at the Dorset Business Awards '07, held at the Bournemouth International Centre on Thursday night, 29th November.

Podcast: Duck Race 07

Roger Collis — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 12:20:00 GMT

Sabina Smith, Event Manager of the Great British Duck Race, chats to Roger Collis about this year’s world record breaking plastic charity duck race. On the 2nd September 2007, £150,000 was raised for charity as 165,000 plastic ducks were raced down the Thames, each competing to win their owner £10,000.

Podcast: Bombardier Skyjet

Roger Collis — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 14:52:00 GMT

Judith Morton, Managing Director of Bombardier Skyjet, meets Roger Collis. Bombardier provides simple, easy and flexible access to business aviation, avoiding the complications of traveling through international airports. Bombardier’s partnership with Red Carnation Hotels is all about adding value by introducing their customers to unique experiences.

Podcast: Paul Mellon

Roger Collis — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 10:19:00 GMT

MaryAnne Stevens, curator of the Paul Mellon exhibition at the Royal Academy of Arts in London, discusses one of the highlights this Autumn, An American Passion for British Art: Paul Mellon’s Legacy. Discover how his love for British art developed and the spectacular signature pieces of this vast collection on show.

Podcast: SA Weddings

Linda d’Holt Hackner — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 10:40:00 GMT

Adel Bennett, Wedding Coordinator at The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa describes why this beautiful and world-class hotel is an idyllic wedding venue. The Twelve Apostles team truly goes out of their way to ensure every wedding day is as special as possible. Discover how easy it can be to coordinate a wedding from over seas.

The Chesterfield Palm Beach wins Wine Enthusiast Award

akendall@rchmail.com — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 09:33:03 GMT

The exciting Leopard Room at The Chesterfield Palm Beach recently received Wine Enthusiast Magazine Award of Distinction, 2007.

In Season Every Season

akendall@rchmail.com — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 16:48:03 GMT

The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, Cape Town, has brought an already exquisite property to a new plateau. With the refurbishment of the Azure restaurant and Leopard Room Bar and Lounge, the hotel is even more welcoming and luxurious.

The New Riverside Suite at Bushmans Kloof

akendall@rchmail.com — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 14:53:03 GMT

The Riverside Suite at Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve and Retreat recently was completely upgraded and renovated. This truly is a case of improving on perfection! The Suite now is a sheltered haven of elegant luxury within an intimate wilderness setting.

Podcast: Tamrind

Roger Collis — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 10:09:00 GMT

Roger Collis meets Rajesh Suri, Executive-Operations and Alfred Prasad, Executive Chef of the famed Tamarind restaurant, the first Indian restaurant to receive Michelin recognition. So what makes Indian the UK's favorite dish.

Top British Hotel

akendall@rchmail.com — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 16:47:03 GMT

The Milestone Hotel has topped the 2007 Conde Nast Readers’ Choice for British hotels. Marks are given out of a possible 100 on a range of criteria, with only those scoring 90 or more points considered eligible for inclusion among the elite. And in the British Isles, the Milestone stood proudly at the head of the UK and Ireland list with 93.3 points.

Luxuriate at the Egerton

akendall@rchmail.com — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 16:46:03 GMT

Access all areas of the Victoria and Albert Museum with The Egerton House Hotel’s exclusive package and feel like a true VIP whilst relaxing in the V&A’s elegant members lounge.

Podcast: Albert and the Lion

Roger Collis — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 10:58:00 GMT

Roger Collis narrates 'Albert and the Lion’ by Marriott Edgar. Written in 1932, this classic humorous poem has delighted children for decades.

Podcast: A Bloomsbury Boutique

Roger Collis — Mon, 29 Oct 2007 13:21:00 GMT

Dirk Crokaert, General Manager of The Montague on the Gardens, talks to Roger Collis about this boutique hotel in the heart of Bloomsbury. The Montague has a great history, having once been used as a staff house for the British Museum. Today the hotel is a cosy, friendly property with stunning outside space and beautifully renovated ‘Bloomsbury Rooms’.

Podcast: A Mayfair Hotel

Roger Collis — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 15:48:00 GMT

With an international career within hotels Oliver Raggett, General Manager of The Chesterfield Mayfair, discusses this exceptional hotel with Roger Collis. What are the day-to-day challenges of a modern day hotel manager?

Podcast: Cape Town Attractions

Linda d’Holt Hackner — Wed, 10 Oct 2007 15:54:00 GMT

Linda is talking to PJ Lilly Concierge at The Twelve Apostle Hotel & Spa. Discover PJ’s top lazy Sunday attractions, family picnic locations, fantastic trails for hiking enthusiast and wine farms in and around Cape Town. But which attraction is PJ’s must see?

Podcast: The Modern Man

Wed, 10 Oct 2007 15:55:00 GMT

Spa Manager Rene Baatjes discusses the modern man. With increase responsibilities, demanding jobs and higher levels of stress, more and more men opt for some pampering and relaxation. The traditional massage tends to be the most popular amongst male guests, however increasingly they are arranging monthly facials.

This Week in London Podcast: 20. St. Pancras

Paul Parkinson — Fri, 05 Oct 2007 15:24:00 GMT

The Eurostar is to arrive at St. Pancras Station, one of London's attractive stations.

This Week in London Podcast: 19. Hampton Court

Paul Parkinson — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 12:01:00 GMT

Hampton Court, a historic Royal Palace in South West London.

This Week in London Podcast: 18. Big Bens Bong

Paul Parkinson — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 12:00:00 GMT

In August Big Bens lost its Bong.. Discover the history of this famous clock.

This Week in London Podcast: 17. Upriver top rankin

Paul Parkinson — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 11:58:00 GMT

Part two of 'Bridges' and a sight seeing tour of London.

This Week in London Podcast: 16. Bridges

Paul Parkinson — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 11:57:00 GMT

From the Thames Estuary to Rotherhithe, London has some great river crossings.

This Week in London Podcast: 15. Enter The Lady

Paul Parkinson — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 11:31:00 GMT

This Week in London (TWiL) is a podcast about London and the places you might have already been to plus many places which you almost certainly haven't! It takes a tourist view from the locals perspective.

'Enter the Lady' takes a historic tour of London with shadyoldlady.com and a trip up the historic Monument.