The Rhubarb Hospitality Collection (RHC) has secured a significant partnership as the exclusive food and beverage provider at the esteemed 8 Bishopsgate venue, in partnership with Mitsubishi Estate Company (MEC) and Stanhope PLC.
With a service offering encompassing a sprawling 20,000 sq. ft of amenity space, this partnership will deliver an impressive array of facilities at 8 Bishopsgate. These amenities include a public viewing gallery, a 200-seat auditorium, a café, kitchen, bar, terrace, and various meeting spaces.
As the accredited caterer at over 60 top venues across London, New York, and Berlin, RHC has experience in delivering event menus and will bring a range of packages and catering options to 8 Bishopsgate.
P.B. Jacobse, Chief Executive Officer of RHC said: “We are thrilled to be the exclusive hospitality partner for 8 Bishopsgate and we are dedicated to ensuring that every aspect of the catering experience, whether it is B&I services, meeting room facilities or special events, is extraordinary. This partnership further solidifies our position as a trusted provider of exceptional hospitality solutions in the dynamic city of London and we are excited to work together to create a partnership that exceeds expectations.”
The building, designed by architects WilkinsonEyre, houses The Lookout, an impressive public viewing gallery on the 50th floor, along with the Think Tank, a 200-seat, state-of-the-art auditorium available for events, conferences, lectures and presentations, as well as the Tank Rooms (private meetings rooms).
Shinichi Kagitomi, Managing Director of Mitsubishi Estate London, said: “It has always been the case that 8 Bishopsgate would foster a high-end hospitality partner. RHC’s unmatched expertise and track record in managing sites across London make them the perfect choice for this negotiation. With RHC on board, we are confident that the amenity spaces at 8 Bishopsgate will provide a unique experience for our occupants. We look forward to a successful collaboration and the exciting possibilities it brings.”
Tenants will be able to choose from a range of catering packages or work with the team to create a menu bespoke for an event, from three-course private dining to canapé receptions. Every menu is designed to reflect both the seasons and current food trends, made using only the highest quality and seasonal ingredients.
Curated and run by the RHC, tenants will be able to choose from a range of catering packages or can work with the team to create a menu bespoke for an event, from three-course private dining to canapé receptions. Every menu is designed to reflect both the seasons and current food trends, made using only the highest quality and seasonal ingredients.
RHC will also manage The Corner Café at ground floor level, the Upper Corner business lounge at Level 1 and the dedicated TwentySix Kitchen, Bar and Terrace, allowing occupiers to relax and recharge whilst enjoying panoramic views across London.
David Camp, Chief Executive Officer at Stanhope said: “The occupier experience is paramount to our offer at 8 Bishopsgate, and we feel confident that working alongside a trusted partner such as RHC Hospitality will allow us to deliver an environment that delivers on our promise of providing world class amenities, wellbeing and exceptional service to tenants and visitors alike. With RHC’s expertise in hospitality management, the building’s occupants can expect nothing but the best.”
RHC has a history in providing amenity services at some of London’s most high-profile sites, including the Sky Garden, Royal Albert Hall, and Frameless. Having built a reputation for providing exceptional services to its clients, the partnership with 8 Bishopsgate is a natural extension of its portfolio.