BAR TEAM OF THE YEAR

Lock, Stock & Barrel

The judges agreed that Lock, Stock & Barrel has excelled and established itself as a go-to nightlife venue. A recent menu revamp resulted in a 25% increase in food sales and the venue continues to break its own sales records.

Speaking to Caterer Middle East at the awards just after he accepted the award from Sial Middle East’s managing director Joanne Cook, Solutions Leisure Group group operations director Sacha Daniel said: “We’re a big old family. Not just Lock Stock but the whole group. We’re very close to our staff, very close to our team.” When Daniel was asked about the three things that keep the customers coming back, he added: “Big smile, great offers and great ambiance.” The shortlist of nominees included 360°, Jumeirah Beach Hotel; Cave, Conrad Dubai; Nola Eatery & Social House; Pure, DoubleTree by Hilton, and W Lounge at the W Istanbul.

After a spirited debate the judges decided that the highly commended nominee would be W Lounge, W Istanbul saying that it takes a lot of courage to do what they’ve done with the challenges they’ve had to face.

The Caterer Middle East Awards was sponsored by Gold sponsor DMK Group, category sponsors GEMCO, TSSC, A. Ronai, Unilever, Meat & Livestock Australia, Bragard, Aramtec, SIAL, Newby Teas, Acqua Panna and San Pellegrino, beverage sponsor MMI, and event sponsor Party Social.

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