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Orry Shand crowned National Chef of the Year 2024 with Jonny Smith named Young National Chef of the Year
Shand won the title last night (8 October), sharing the spotlight with Jonny Smith, junior…
TGI Fridays rescue deal by D&D London owners Breal Capital and Calveton ‘being finalised’
As reported by Sky News, a deal is being finalized between the buyers and administrators of Hostmore, TGI Fridays' UK…
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Harrods’ The Georgian restaurant to re-open offering quintessentially British dining
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Donald Trump characterized the events of January 6, 2021, as a “day of love” during a recent town hall in…
Doner Shack relocates head office for US launch
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Chopstix launches new Portsmouth site
Chopstix has announced the opening of a new location in Portsmouth in partnership with franchisees Darren and Naomi Godfrey.
wagamama launches new menu | QSR Media UK
One of the highlights from wagamama's new menu is the hot honey fried chicken and hot sweet fried vegan chicken, a bold and spicy-sweet sharing dish that aligns with this…
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
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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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