The Government has today published its response to a series of significant recommendations from the licensing policy sprint Taskforce – made up of representatives from the hospitality industry, government and police – to remove barriers to growth and unnecessary red tape to drive investment from pubs, clubs and restaurants across the UK. Taking on a series of 10 … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2025
Graysons appoints Jon White as New Managing Director
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Foodservice and hospitality caterer Graysons has appointed Jon White as its new Managing Director, marking an exciting new chapter in the company’s growth journey. This leadership change follows Aramark UK’s acquisition of Graysons in 2023, where it now forms part of the Workplace & Curated Companies division. Jon steps … [Read more...]
Chelsea FC Partners with Legends/ASM Global in Multi-Year Deal
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Chelsea FC will enter a new multi-year partnership with Legends/ASM Global, the world’s preeminent premium live events company. The company has been appointed as the official catering service provider of Chelsea FC, one of the world’s most iconic football teams. The partnership brings Legends/ASM Global’s wealth of expertise to … [Read more...]
Mark Lewis joins Accessible Hospitality Alliance Advisory Board
Mark Lewis, Chief Executive of UK hospitality’s benevolent charity, Hospitality Action, has this week joined the Advisory Board of the Accessible Hospitality Alliance (aha). The announcement follows other recent high profile appointments to the Board, including Donna-Marie Edmonds, Chief Executive of The Clink Charity; former Chief Growth & Marketing Officer … [Read more...]
Divino Appoints Salvatore Agate as Head Chef, Ushering in a New Era for the Iconic Italian Dining Institution
Chef News is sponsored by the the Kitchen Porters Club Edinburgh’s award-winning Italian restaurant and wine bar, Divino Enoteca, is introducing its new head chef, Salvatore Agate. Bringing over 20 years of experience in kitchens throughout the UK and Italy, Agate’s appointment marks an exciting new chapter for the venue hailed as one of Scotland’s best Italian … [Read more...]
Croeso Pubs Bowled Over to Add The Cricketers to Its Growing Portfolio
Croeso Pubs Ltd, the Cardiff-based pub chain which already runs eight venues including The Philharmonic, Blue Bell and Brewhouse in the city centre, is taking over the lease of The Cricketers in Pontcanna. The acquisition of The Cricketers means that Croeso Pubs now runs nine venues in and around Cardiff, Penarth and Mermaid Quay. It runs two community pubs, The Bear’s … [Read more...]
Tiniest Pints Launched to Revive Lost Pub Tradition
The UK’s tiniest ‘pint’ glasses, just under three inches in height, have been introduced to a select number of Greene King’s pubs across the UK to encourage the staggering 31% of Gen Z pubgoers who are ‘too nervous’ to ask for a taster of beer at the bar to get behind the age-old pub tradition. Brits are said to be experimental at the bar, with 65% changing up their … [Read more...]
HCL Strengthens Leadership Team to Fuel Ambitious Growth Strategy
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services HCL, a leading contract caterer specialising in education catering, have announced two strategic appointments to its senior leadership team, bolstering its capabilities as the company embarks on an ambitious five-year growth strategy. Andrew Sugden, previously Head of Food, Procurement and IT, has been promoted to Operations … [Read more...]
Vacherin Celebrates the Success of Its Talented Pastry Chef Duo
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Vacherin, the specialist London caterer, is celebrating the success of two of its gifted pastry chefs, Erycsson Barbosa and Jamie Akitoye, who made it all the way to the final of Bake Off: The Professionals 2025. Over ten weeks, they competed against fellow pastry chefs from across the hospitality sectors. In every challenge set, … [Read more...]
Grazing Expands Central Production Unit Amid Plans for Further Growth
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Grazing has extended its central production unit (CPU) in London’s Bermondsey by almost 50% having taken on the lease of a neighbouring unit. The delivered-in office and venue catering specialist’s CPU has been based out of Bermondsey’s Old Jamaica Business Estate since early 2007. The new space will allow the business to produce … [Read more...]
The Stafford London Strengthens Food & Beverage Team Ahead of New Restaurant Launch with Michael Caines MBE
The Stafford London is delighted to unveil key additions to its food and beverage team as it prepares for the launch of its highly anticipated new restaurant this September, in collaboration with renowned Michelin-starred chef Michael Caines MBE. This new venture will bring Michael’s signature modern British cuisine – rooted in seasonality, elegant craftsmanship and technical … [Read more...]
Hand Picked Hotels Promotes Long-Serving Talent, Reinforcing Commitment to Developing Future Leaders in Luxury Hospitality
Hand Picked Hotels, the family-owned collection of 21 luxury country house hotels and spa resorts across the UK and the Channel Islands, has announced the appointment of Olivia Peach as General Manager of New Hall Hotel & Spa in Sutton Coldfield. This appointment is the culmination of nearly two decades of progressive career development for Olivia, who began her … [Read more...]
Imad Alarnab Opens Aram in Somerset House This September
This September, Aram, a new cafe, deli and restaurant from Imad Alarnab, the founder of Imad’s Syrian Kitchen, and co-founders Michalis Ntais and Christos Georgogiannopoulos, will open in Somerset House. A departure from Imad’s Syrian Kitchen, Aram will serve baked goods, salads, breakfasts and lunches from across the Eastern Mediterranean, with dishes inspired by the regions … [Read more...]
Charities Invite Applications to Run Hampstead Heath, Highgate Wood, and Queen’s Park Cafés
The charities responsible for three of the capital’s most cherished green spaces – Hampstead Heath, Highgate Wood, and Queen’s Park – are inviting proposals from potential operators to lease five individual café facilities across these iconic sites. Proposals are invited from all interested parties – including existing operators – that reflect each site’s unique character, … [Read more...]
Khao-SŌ-I to Bring Bold Northern Thai Flavours to London This October
Chiang Mai’s cult-favourite noodle bar Khao-Sō-i will open the doors to its first international location this October, bringing Northern Thai soul food to London’s Fitzrovia. Founded by husband-and-wife duo Win Srinavakool and Por Haruethai Noicharoen the brand began life as a 25-cover neighbourhood noodle bar in the Northern Thai city of Chiang Mai - quickly drawing … [Read more...]
