Niaz Caan chef behind Paro in London’s Covent Garden on leaving finance for a career in kitchens
What was your first industry job? I started working in an Indian takeaway when I was 14 in Kent, so it’s got to be that! If you weren’t in kitchens,…
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Akbar’s owner Shabir Hussain dies
The chef and restaurateur was behind the Akbar’s group of restaurants, which operates 10 venues across the north of England,…
Popeyes ‘well positioned to continue restaurant growth ambitions’ as revenue rises
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Piccolino to open Italian restaurant in Chichester
The 6,000 sq ft location, previously home to sourdough pizza brand Three Joes, as well as Lime Squeezy and Wahaca,…
Simon Wood closes his Manchester restaurant
Announcing the news on social media, chef and restaurateur Simon Wood shared that his restaurant, WOOD, located in Manchester's Deansgate…
Experts explore the future of hospitality talent in latest Footprint podcast with Nestlé Professional
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Little Earthquakes kicks off residency at Burnt Faith Brandy House Bar
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Recognising kitchen porters throughout the year
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Today’s news in brief – 03/10/24
Blank Street Coffee experienced a significant increase in its UK turnover, soaring by 517% to £11.4 million for the year ending December 31, 2023. The New York-based coffee chain commenced…
Nearly two-thirds of businesses increase prioritisation on food waste efforts
However, only 34% of businesses feel they are effectively managing food waste within their segment. According to the Food Waste Gap Report by Too Good To Go, nearly two-thirds (65%)…
Clapham’s newly-launched South Indian restaurant Tamila to launch second site
Glen Leeson and Prince Durairaj, owners of the acclaimed desi pubs The Tamil Prince and The Tamil Crown in Islington, have yet to reveal the location of their second Tamila…
SSP and Beyond Meat now delivering plant based options to travellers
Beyond Meat is expanding its Beyond Burger® availability to airport and train station bars throughout the UK in partnership with SSP, enhancing plant-based options for travelers. Starting in October 2024,…
Phat Pasty reveals 2024 festive range
The new range is designed to appeal to the free-from market. A UK foodservice supplier known for its pies, pasties, and other snacks has unveiled its festive offerings for 2024,…
Edinburgh restaurant ASKR closes as Dan Ashmore departs Dean Banks Group
Ashmore announced over the weekend that he has stepped down from his role as executive chef of the Dean Banks Group, which supported ASKR, after nearly three years. “The time…
Sodexo name winners in Food of Black Origin competition
Sodexo UK & Ireland has announced the two winners of its inaugural Food of Black Origin Competition. This cooking competition, organized by Sodexo’s Origins employee network in partnership with Sodexo’s…
Hospitality groups see sales rise 1.7% in September
British hospitality groups experienced a 1.7% increase in sales year-on-year in September, as reported by CGA RSM’s latest Hospitality Business Tracker.
5 focus areas for Starbucks to reverse global declining sales
They emphasized the necessity to revise their strategy for the brand’s growth. Brian Niccol, chairman and CEO of Starbucks, identified five crucial areas for Starbucks to concentrate on for future…
McDonald’s UK reports plunge in operating profit
The fast food giant reported a decline in operating profit despite a £238m increase in turnover, primarily due to a £48m investment and intangibles impairment. Inflationary pressures on food, paper,…
200 Just Add Talent pub now open
Star Pubs has launched its 200th Just Add Talent pub, The Hesketh in Cheadle Hulme, near Stockport. Following an 18-month closure and a £350,000 investment, the pub has reopened as…
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