Azzurra restaurant appoints new executive chef
Italian seafood restaurant Azzurra has appointed Alessandro Bay as its new executive chef, following his extensive experience at the Michelin-starred Locanda Locatelli, where he worked alongside owner and MasterChef Italy…
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Launceston Place to close while it searches for new chef following Ben Murphy departure
The restaurant is currently not accepting bookings beyond the end of October, and it has been reported that the closure is expected to be temporary. However, there are indications that…
SILVA, opening soon tucked away in Mayfair
Tucked away in a Mayfair mews, SILVA is a new day-to-night restaurant set to open its doors this November. Inspired by the Latin word for “forest,” SILVA’s menu will change…
Casual French restaurant Café François opens in London’s Borough Yards
What: The newest entry in London’s casual French dining scene, Café François, is located at the forefront of the Borough Yards development, just a short distance from Borough Market. While…
ROVI appoints new Head Chef and promotes Neil Campbell as Executive Chef across Ottolenghi
ROVI, the Fitzrovia restaurant by Ottolenghi, has named Andy Frantzeskos as its new Head Chef. Previously, he worked at ROVI’s sister restaurant NOPI in Soho from 2019, before becoming Sous…
Bunsik to open seventh location in Chinatown London
Bunsik is set to open its seventh UK location in Chinatown, London at 31 Wardour Street on 31 October 2024. This new grab-and-go outlet will feature a variety of popular…
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Glynn Purnell has expressed his ‘heartbreak’ over the closure of his Michelin-starred Birmingham restaurant, Purnell’s, after 17 years in operation. In a statement, he shared his sadness over the decision,…
GDK announces two senior leadership appointments
German Doner Kebab (GDK) has made two new senior leadership appointments: Tommy Edmond is now the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), and Amit Pancholi has been appointed as the UK Franchise…
How The Tamil Prince team are ‘redefining the curry house’ with their new restaurant concept Tamila in Clapham
You originally trialled Tamila at Hackney Bridge food hall. Was the plan to always take it permanent? Hackney Bridge was where the concept began. Prince and I needed to demonstrate…
Hairy Biker Si King announces opening of his new ‘PROPA!’ restaurant
Celebrity TV chef Si King, known for his appearances on the Hairy Bikers, has revealed plans to open a new hospitality venture named ‘PROPA!’ at Sheepfolds Stables in Sunderland. This…
Chef Trystan-Ross Pooley-Tolkien-Williams acquires Cornwall’s The Star Inn
Pooley-Tolkien-Williams has spent the last decade honing their skills in prestigious kitchens such as Sabor, Angler, and Restaurant Sat Bains, while Daisy brings expertise in branding. Penzance Brewing Co. will…
The biggest new job moves in hospitality for October
Midsummer House Liam Anderson has returned to Daniel Clifford’s two Michelin-starred restaurant, Midsummer House, as chef de cuisine. He initially joined the Cambridge-based establishment in 2016, rising to senior sous…
Retail sales growth slows in Britain, but beats forecast as consumers splash out on technology – business live | Business
Good morning, and welcome to our ongoing coverage of business, financial markets, and the global economy. Retail sales growth in Great Britain has slowed, with an increase in technology purchases…
Radisson implements accessible Braille menus across 125 South Asian properties
Radisson Hotel Group has launched an initiative to implement Braille menus across 125 of its properties in South Asia, aimed at enhancing dining inclusivity for visually impaired guests. In partnership…
Jamie Duffield’s Liverpool restaurant Pilgrim to return
The new version of the restaurant, inspired by the Camino de Santiago which traverses Spain, Portugal, and France, will be situated in the Allerton district of Liverpool. After winning on…
Celebrity Chef School Dinners opening in Chiswick
Community-focused food initiative School Kitchen has announced the opening of its second UK site in Chiswick, West London, set to debut on 25th October 2024. School Kitchen collaborates with local…
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