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Post by QPR Report on May 14, 2009 9:05:19 GMT
Deal Reportedly worth £7.5 million Over Five years"Rs Seal Seven Figure Catering Deal"Click on Link to see photos www.qpr.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10373~1656856,00.html QPR Official Site - EXCLUSIVE: R'S SEAL SEVEN FIGURE CATERING DEALPosted on: Thu 14 May 2009 Queens Park Rangers Football Club is pleased to announce a new five-year, seven figure catering deal with Azure Catering, part of the Elior Group. The partnership, which runs until the end of the 2013/14 season, will see Azure Catering - the premier Stadia, Sports and Leisure catering and hospitality specialist - provide internal and external catering at Loftus Road, both on matchdays and non-matchdays. The new caterers will be aiming to build upon the already high standards of catering that are in place at Loftus Road, as well as being responsible for marketing and selling the stadium's catering for non-matchday usage. QPR Deputy MD, Ali Russell, said: "We were inundated with interest for the new catering contract, but we believe we have made an excellent choice with Azure. "This deal was the best one for QPR, both financially, and just as importantly, for the level of service on offer to our supporters. "We were highly impressed with their innovative approach to public catering, as well as their ability to develop our executive offering, and maximise the usage of Loftus Road on non-matchdays. "We were also very impressed with their partnership approach and their desire to invest in the future of QPR." As part of the deal, award winning Elior Chef, Rory Thompson, will oversee the catering, alongside experienced Catering and Sales Manager, Louise Herridge. Adam Elliott, Managing Director of Azure, added: "This is a fantastic endorsement of the efforts made by the Azure team in London and the South East. "Securing a contract to cater to a stadium of this size has real strategic importance to us, as we continue to focus on building our business in the South East and with leading football stadia. "With our passion, dedication and expertise we look forward to meeting the high standards demanded by a stadium such as QPR." He added: "QPR are a five star brand with five star facilities and as five star caterers, we are relishing the opportunity to produce some outstanding food concepts at Loftus Road. "Our desire for change and improvement is born out of our aim to improve the overall matchday experience on offer to QPR supporters going forward."
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Post by QPR Report on May 14, 2009 12:37:06 GMT
Elior wins QPR catering contract
14-May-09 - Emma Eversham Elior UK's sports and leisure division Azure has won a five year contract to supply catering and hospitality for London football club Queens Park Rangers. News of the £7.5m deal comes just one month after the contract caterer signed a three year contract to supply catering at the Murrayfield rugby stadium in Edinburgh. From June, Azure will run a range of catering facilities at the West London club on match days, including 20 food kiosks and four restaurants and will be in charge of catering for conferences and events on non-match days. Services at QPR will be overseen by Elior chef Rory Thompson and catering and sales manager Louise Herridge. Adam Elliott, Azure managing director said: “Securing a contract to cater to a stadium of this size has real strategic importance to us as we continue to focus on building our business in the South East and with leading football stadia. With our passion, dedication and expertise we look forward to meeting the high standards demanded by a stadium such as QPR.” More About Elior:Elior wins catering contract for Murrayfield StadiumElior wins catering contract for Murrayfield Stadium 16-Apr-09 - Emma Eversham Sports and leisure catering and hospitality specialist Azure has won a three year contract to supply catering at Scotland's Murrayfield stadium. The caterer, which became part of Elior UK last year, will provide all aspects of catering at the 67,000 capacity rugby stadium in Edinburgh, ranging from snacks, through to hospitality packages and conferences. Elior chief executive Michael Audis said: “We have a depth of understanding of the stadia market through our relationships with many sports venues across the UK. The committed input and credibility of the Azure senior management team throughout this process ensured Scottish Rugby had the confidence we could deliver on our promises. "This exceptional win further demonstrates our ability to use our expertise to offer bespoke services which complement and meet our clients' diverse needs." The Murrayfield contract means Azure becomes the biggest provider in stadium catering in Scotland. It currently has contracts with Glasgow Rangers, Hearts and Hibernian.” www.bighospitality.co.uk/item/3156/Elior buys remaining stake in Azure08-Aug-08 - Emma Eversham Contract caterer Elior has bought the remaining 49 per cent in sports, stadia and leisure catering specialist Azure. The move will mean Elior now has total control over premium catering and hospitality run by Azure at a number of the UK's sports venues, including Glasgow Rangers FC, Nottingham Forest, Kempton Racecourse and Durham County Cricket Club. Elior, which also supplies catering for a number of business and operates food outlets at airports and railway stations, including the Paul restaurant brand, first bought a majority shareholding in the business from Charlotte Ventures in 2004. Catherine Roe, Managing Director of Concessions for Elior UK, said “This strategically important move will primarily allow Azure to better leverage the significant backing that Elior offers as a top five catering company, whilst retained its focus as a sector specialist." Adam Elliott, Divisional Director for Concessions added:“We have a long and established heritage in sports and leisure sector and some high profile clients. We believe that this move will not only benefit the company in access to investment and expertise, but will provide us with the complete independence to broaden our offer and focus on growth.” www.bighospitality.co.uk/item/3156/www.bighospitality.co.uk/item/3276/pg_dtl_art_news/238/pg_ftr_art
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Post by QPR Report on May 14, 2009 14:03:43 GMT
Deal Reportedly worth £7.5 million Over Five yearsCatering.co.Uk
Azure wins Queens Park Rangers contract 14th May 2009, 11:59am Azure, the Stadia sports & leisure catering and hospitality specialist, has won a five year contract worth £7.5 million to supply catering and hospitality to one of London's major football clubs, Queens Park Rangers (QPR). Starting in June, Azure will provide a range of catering facilities from match day hospitality and retail sales to catering for conferences and events at the stadium. As part of the deal, award winning Elior Chef Rory Thompson will oversee the catering for the Football League Championship club alongside experienced catering and sales manager, Louise Herridge. In addition to providing catering to the stadium, Azure will be responsible for marketing and selling the stadium's catering for non-match day use. The catering facilities provided by Azure will include 20 food kiosks and four restaurants. With average crowds of 14,000 and a total capacity of over 18,500, the team at Azure will have a big crowd to please. Adam Elliott, Azure managing director, said: "This is a fantastic endorsement of the efforts made by the Azure team in London and the South East. Securing a contract to cater to a stadium of this size has real strategic importance to us as we continue to focus on building our business in the South East and with leading football stadia. With our passion, dedication and expertise we look forward to meeting the high standards demanded by a stadium such as QPR." Michael Audis, Elior UK's chief executive officer, added: "It was only last month that we announced a new deal with the Murrayfield Rugby Stadium in Edinburgh and I am delighted to have secured a contract with another hugely reputable stadium so quickly. "It is through our proven and continued excellent work that we continue to build new relationships in the stadia market and with sports venues across to the UK. We are passionate about winning new business in this area and continuing to support the diverse catering requirements of businesses in this bespoke industry." www.costsectorcatering.co.uk/online_article/azure-wins-queens-park-rangers-contract/7188
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Post by QPR Report on May 14, 2009 18:15:26 GMT
A posted on dot.org found this from BBC606, so with gratitude to both the author and the finder, I repost here:BBC 606 - comment by Sooperhoop (U9552905) Starters: Egg On Face, Seasoned Hash Main Course: Chump Chops, Manager's Beef (not rare) Dessert: Sour Grapes, Raspberry Fool Finish with Hard Cheese Drinks: Bitter, Little Spirit, Whine, Cabernet Empty 2009 All drinks in glasses as there won't be any cups this season. Strictly no doubles or trebles. Don't worry, Flav stole the menu from the Arsenal resturant!!! www.bbc.co.uk/dna/606/F13495116?thread=6574236
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Post by londonranger on May 14, 2009 21:44:11 GMT
Eh mate wanna go over to Rinegers or see Watfud ployn Palace. Not bloody likeley see wot Rs are servin, Fresh sammen flown in
from azure. Blimey avent had that in ages cummon. Wanna take the Rolls or the Bentley, ooh cares , oh an drinks only 20 quid.
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Yer know bein Ringus fans, weve always ad class avent we? thasright. kno what? what Endi (short for endicott)..we dont ave to
watch the bloody game. riley, nah, sez ere. Gerdhelp us, topspot step on it so we cngetan obscured table.
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Post by londonranger on May 14, 2009 22:58:46 GMT
Mr and Mrs Beckhams house. Where are we going for dinner tonight sweets. Oh, something really special. But how do we avoid the dreaded papparazzi, they know w,ere in town. Right Vick they know even the obscure hidden places to eat.
Darling, I know, QPR have opened a swank super Italian bistro. Runs out, get in cab baby. They go down Loftus Rd, lose paparazi,
See they think Im trying to lose them and theyre waiting for us to come out. greeted by Briatore, and new squeeze, Beckams
ere ,snaps fingers. Gianni (Works overtime as maitre de) Table numero uno.
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Post by weavie on May 15, 2009 10:46:34 GMT
ok generally speaking over the last fifty years of supporting qpr ive found the food a disgrace this is not just at hq but all over the place
but the big hot dogs at qpr are quite nice but so expensive
two hot dogs and a cofffee is 6 pound 40 pence
the only good food at home games is that fish and chip shop next to the springbok
excluding the uxbridge road of course
but the chip shop is impossible to get into because of a long queue and that hot dog mobile is an absolute disgrace his buns are all stale the burgers are cheap and he never can get the onions to taste right
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Post by scottjones on May 15, 2009 10:48:33 GMT
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Post by grumpyolde on May 15, 2009 11:27:54 GMT
Does this mean Ciprianni's have run for their lives.? I wonder if Flav knows about the " Meals on Wheels " available from the social services. Could be a big help with all their cost cutting
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Post by QPR Report on May 24, 2009 7:54:17 GMT
I guess if you knew fans at any of these clubs - especially Brentford could ask their view Football & Rugby Clubs portfolio Since its inception, Azure has thrived on providing the full spectrum of catering services at football Stadia the length and breadth of the UK. From Executive Fine Dining to operating the retail stalls on match-days, Azure caters for over 150,000 people each match-day. With a footing at rugby stadia now taking shape, we are transferring that knowledge to this exciting arena. The ball may be a different shape but the principles remain the same: the highest possible service & the finest attention to detail. In each of these unique venues the history associated to each club adds an experiential aspect to your function which simply cannot be found elsewhere. The touch and feel of each of the venues transports you through each unique history – a history that has inspired passion amongst the supporters and brilliance within the players, a history that simply has to be sampled to be understood. At Azure we understand what our clubs are all about & in every case they mirror our own driving principles: People; Passion & Pride. Whether you are looking to host a special event, a business meeting or conference, enjoy some corporate hospitality or searching for that unique venue for your wedding, each of our football & rugby stadiums offers top-class facilities, elegance and something that little bit different… Our Individual Football and Rugby Clubs Brentford Carlisle United Heart of Midlothian Hibernian Nottingham Forest Rangers Oldham Athletic FC www.azurecatering.co.uk/football_clubs.html |
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Post by ingham on May 24, 2009 8:27:12 GMT
Assuming the seven-figure sum doesn't include the pence - perhaps we shouldn't assume that - and assuming a figure hasn't been given because the total is at the low end, spending £200,000 a year would amount to £1 million over the five years.
If attendances average 10,000 a game, for 25 games a season (deliberate mistake to include cup games I suppose), thats spending of £1,000,0000 on 1.25 million people.
10,000 is half the 20,000 Briatore & Co claimed we were averaging per game when they arrived.
But that's less than £1 per head. Assuming only half the people at the game take the risk.
Perhaps that's good value, I don't know really. But is it Five star? Excellent. Outstanding. And all the other things they say.
Perhaps not. On the other hand, the £7.5 million figure given - which sounds like the upper end of seven figures - means they would spend £14 a head per game, if 5,000 bought whatever they were selling.
So perhaps it's only executive catering, and they're charging hundreds of pounds to the comparatively small number - 0? - who sit in the celebrity seats. I don't know. It seems strange that the tremendous buzz in the PR isn't matched by a tremendous buzz about anything else at QPR.
Like the football, and the tickets though, I predict unprecedented demand.
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Post by londonranger on May 24, 2009 21:37:00 GMT
You re-read this and wonder, who writes this stuff, why in the world is it being written. Is anyone really impressed by this and finally did you see the list of teams using this service. I mean just go over to Brentford or take a train to Carlisle for sumptuous dining. Do they think we are all a bunch of retards?
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Post by Markqpr on May 24, 2009 23:08:35 GMT
Seriously, it was bad in the W12 last season. Take December for example. The turkey was dry, tasteless and cold. The mulled wine vinegary and tepid. The mince pies were alright but small and the present was missing from my cracker. I then found out that Blackstock was dropped, Di Carmine alone up front and Helguson was on the bench. The manager was talking like an east end jeweller when it came to formations and rumour was the owner was interfering with the team (superckat I phrased that for you!) and our 'sporting director' was in charge of buying and selling the players. Well I tell you, it was just not good enough. And now? Well at least the turkey will be warm. I just hope he lasts past christmas.  |
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