James Russell is the Director at a4ppodcast. He specializes in hospitality and leisure, with a focus on hotel management software, luxury accommodations, and restaurant innovation. His work has been featured in numerous publications, including RealClearMarkets, Electronic Musician, and The Texas Observer.
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James Russell's coverage predominantly focuses on the local culinary, hospitality, and business sectors with a significant emphasis on press releases and private sector announcements. To effectively reach out to him, consider providing exclusive insights or news related to advancements in technology adoption within the culinary or hospitality industries. Additionally, any information about sustainable practices and their impact on businesses would be relevant.
Given James' local geographic focus in Brighton Hove, pitches should ideally connect to this area specifically or provide insights that are directly applicable to businesses in this region. If reaching out with industry-specific developments outside of Brighton Hove, it may be beneficial to demonstrate how these trends could have an impact locally.
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By: James Russell
INNSiDE by Meliá Liverpool has appointed Emily Nunn as Hotel Manager of its 207-room property on Old Hall Street. Bringing more than 15 years of hospitality experience, Nunn joins from Malmaison Manchester, where she served as Deputy General Manager, with responsibility for strengthening operational performance, guest experience and team development.
By: James Russell
Be At One has named Angel Mir Candela from its Spitalfields bar as Bartender of the Year 2026 following the national final at Be At One Regent Street. More than 200 bartenders competed across the UK, with six finalists demonstrating their cocktail knowledge, technical skills, speed and guest engagement.
By: James Russell
Cornish spirits producer and hospitality operator Pocketful of Stones has completed a £100,000 refurbishment of The Red Lion in Newlyn. The historic harbour-side pub has reopened following a two-week closure, with improvements to its bar, interior and outdoor spaces, building on its first summer under the company's management.
By: James Russell
Michelin-starred chef Michael Smith has been appointed Culinary Director and Brand Ambassador at Perle Hotels, following the closure of his acclaimed Loch Bay restaurant on the Isle of Skye. Smith will oversee culinary development across the independent Scottish hotel group's properties in Skye, Oban and Glencoe, alongside a new Edinburgh hotel opening in 2027.
By: James Russell
The Social Hub has submitted plans for a £200 million mixed-use development in Edinburgh, transforming the former Fountain Brewery site into a 580-bed hospitality and community destination. The proposals include hotel accommodation, student housing, restaurants, a rooftop bar and co-working facilities, with up to 100 jobs expected to be created.
By: James Russell
Radisson Hotel Group has introduced Africa's first Verified Net Zero hotel at Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit in South Africa. The 138-room property combines renewable electricity, electrified operations, water recycling and lower-carbon dining, supporting the group's ambition to reach 100 Verified Net Zero hotels worldwide by 2030.
By: James Russell
Stoke Park has opened The Penn, its new 48-cover flagship restaurant developed in partnership with two-Michelin-starred chef Tom Sellers. The opening marks the first stage of the historic Buckinghamshire estate's wider relaunch, with a menu celebrating British culinary heritage, seasonal produce and classical French techniques.
By: James Russell
EDITION Hotels has opened its first property in Africa with the launch of The Cape Town EDITION at the V&A Waterfront in South Africa. The 142-room luxury hotel introduces new restaurants and bars, a rooftop pool, spa and events facilities, with architecture by Neri&Hu and a food and beverage programme led by Executive Chef Phil Carmichael.
By: James Russell
Rudy's Pizza Napoletana will open its first Salford restaurant in Monton on Sunday 8 November 2026. The new 120-plus-cover pizzeria will occupy the former Bennetts Furnishers site on Monton Road, marking the group's 41st restaurant and supporting local charity Salford Foundation through its opening celebrations.
By: James Russell
Accor and Corinthia Group have announced a strategic partnership that will see five Verdi Hotels in Malta, Portugal and Tunisia join Accor's Handwritten Collection from November 2026. The franchise agreement will connect Verdi's upscale hotel portfolio to Accor's global distribution and loyalty network, with two further properties in Hungary and the Czech Republic under consideration.
