Posted in Minoli, Throwback Thursday
4th June 2020
THROWBACK THURSDAY
A Simply Sumptuous Suppler Luncheon
On March 19th of 2015 Jonathon Minoli our MD decided to show
his appreciation for the support and dedication of the suppliers and business
partners of Minoli.
The luncheon was held in the exclusive private dining rooms of
Home House, the acclaimed private members club on Portman Square in London’s
West End.
Some 80 invitees gathered for a Prosecco aperitif and
canapés in the Front Parlour before retiring to the Eating Room, a beautiful
18th Century banqueting suite, that had been recently restored to its former,
resplendent glory, with ornate cornicing and high-polished panelling.
Jonathon thought that on this occasion it should be a more
formal luncheon, with a very informal atmosphere. The guests enjoyed a
sumptuous three-course feast of divinely fresh Burrata with Prosciutto, Saddle
of Lamb with unctuous Celeriac Fondant, followed by a sublime Tarte Tatin with
Crème Anglaise. This was prepared as ever by the Home House executive Chef and
his team… Wines were by Santome.
After the lunch had concluded, over coffee and tea, David
Edwards, partner at Lewis Golden & Co, auditor, and advisor to Minoli, led
a light-hearted review of the previous day’s budget, with fascinating facts and
reflections.
Hosted by Jonathon, Sophie, Sophie and other members of the
Minoli team, guests included manufacturers, printers, IT consultants,
solicitors, interior designers, fleet providers, architectural consultants,
P.R. specialists and general suppliers of services, all of whom provide
invaluable support to Minoli in a diverse range of ways. Minoli’s main
production partners were present, with representation from Italy and Spain as
well as BAL – Building Adhesives who have supplied Minoli with adhesives and
grouts since the inception of both companies.
Jonathon commented as the day drew to a close “Behind
Minoli’s success is a chain of very loyal and dedicated suppliers, who have
contributed enormously to our continued growth. Some of these supplier
relationships were forged by my father and have stood the test of time, which
is testament to their mutual value. For that reason, now and again, I think
it’s important to step out of the day-to-day business environment and celebrate
the partnerships and friendships that make Minoli the company it is today.”