27th Jun 2012 - 00:00
Abstract
YO! Sushi and SSP have won the ‘Best Self Service/Assisted Service Concept’ on for their Oslo Airport restaurant at the second global Airport Food & Beverage Conference and Awards hosted in Amsterdam.
Organised by The Moodie Report, and sister publication The Foodie Report, the award was presented in recognition of its success since opening in February 2012, Designed by UK based architects DGA, the cutting edge restaurant design effectively facilitates YO! Sushi's fast-casual model, serving 46 covers in an area less than 100 square metres but still providing flexibility of choice between a light-bite, a substantial meal or takeaway to be enjoyed in-flight. Robin Rowland, YO! Sushi CEO said: "It is a real honour to have been recognised with such a prestigious international award, especially with the particularly high standard of competition on display this year. As the established market leader and most famous sushi brand in the UK, we have grown rapidly since 1997 establishing YO! Sushi as an international iconic success, with 74 restaurants worldwide. "Winning such an accolade highlights YO! Sushi as the perfect elegant pit stop ideal for time-starved jet-setters, our successful partnership with SSP and our endless endeavour to deliver a unique fast, fun and fresh Japanese dining experience for all customers across the globe. This is an incredible achievement as we continue to expand and grow our international portfolio." Andrew Lynch, CEO, SSP, added: "Our research showed that sushi was very popular in Oslo, and that there was a clear demand for a sushi concept at the airport. SSP and Oslo airport were keen to introduce a brand that delivered outstanding quality sushi, yet was also innovative and fun. YO! Sushi was the perfect choice."