Sol Kerzner, a Brief History
Sol Kerzner didn’t just build hotels; he created experiences that guests remember and cherish. https://open.spotify.com/episode/63V7TejZLeGOja9eJOYDiU?si=c7613bf2af434e91 His journey from humble beginnings in Durban to revolutionising the hospitality industry is...
Ep5 – The Rise of Trades and Applied Degrees
Hospitality Business with The SilverFox Podcast - The rise of Trades and Applied degrees and the fall of the traditional university degree. It’s all about job readiness One of the biggest mistakes we make in education is telling every young person that the only path...
The Experience Economy has Won
The Experience Economy Has Won: Why Hospitality in 2026 Is No Longer About Rooms, but Meaning In this latest episode of Hospitality Business with the Silverfox, Stephen Hickmore explores one of the most important shifts shaping the modern hospitality industry: the...
Episode 3 – Hospitality with The SilverFox Podcast
The Personality of Great Hospitality People What makes a great hospitality professional? Hospitality is fundamentally about human connections. Energy and enthusiasm - Resilience - Curiosity and learning - Team Spirit....
The Global Hospitality Leadership Gap
Episode 2 of The Hospitality Podcast with The SilverFox. Globally, there is a gap in effective Leadership in Hospitality. What can be done? Are we encouraging Bright young People to choose hospitality as a first career choice? How can organisations bridge the gap?...
The SilverFox Podcast – Ep1 The Anxious Generation
First of a weekly podcast by Stephen Hickmore tackling subjects in the Hospitality industry and Education https://open.spotify.com/episode/6z5R49twXCRyCb8vZxI4FE?si=4_cpD0OYTO-zhxMbYGCjNg
Fast Food Foreign Policy: Is the Menu to Blame?
If you really want to understand a leader, forget the speeches. Check the fridge. In the case of Donald Trump, the reported menu has long read like a motorway service station at peak hour: fast food feasts, well-done steaks (with ketchup, no less), and enough Diet...
Why do Chefs have Bad Tempers?
While it is a stereotype that chefs have bad tempers, it is not universally true. However, the nature of the culinary industry can be intense and fast-paced, leading some chefs to develop a reputation for having a fiery demeanor. There are several potential reasons...
Ink, Burns & Honour Badges: The Great Chef Tattoo Debate
Walk into any professional kitchen and you’ll see the uniform straight away: chef jacket, apron, non-slip shoes… and, increasingly, tattoos. Once upon a time, a tattoo in the kitchen meant you’d probably done time somewhere rough – either in life or in a Paris...
A Timeline of the Growth of Restaurants in Europe
From Ancient Taverns to Modern Culinary Innovation, the world of Restaurants has evolved tremendously. Discover how Resstaurants have become more than just places to eat. The European restaurant has evolved from simple roadside food stalls to sophisticated cultural...
