By Denis Sheehan MIH: Peter Avis to welcome not one, but two Kitchen Porters for lunch at Galvin at Windows. Following our recent competition to provide lunch and career advice from an ex KP, Peter Avis FIH, General Manager, Galvin at Windows, to another, we are delighted to announce we have two winners. The volume and quality of the nominations was inspiring, and … [Read more...]
Cantinetta Antinori, Tuscan hospitality coming to London
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor: Cantinetta Antinori, Tuscan hospitality coming to London. Next month will see the opening of the first UK restaurant from the Antinori winemaking family, Cantinetta Antinori. The new restaurant will bring Tuscan hospitality and wines to Harriet Street, located just off London’s famous Sloane Street. The name behind some of Italy’s … [Read more...]
The Wolseley City, opening this Autumn in London’s Square Mile
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor: The Wolseley City, opening this Autumn in London’s Square Mile. To mark the twentieth anniversary of The Wolseley in London’s Piccadilly, this autumn will see a new opening, The Wolseley City in London’s Square Mile. The new venture, from The Wolseley Hospitality Group, aims to capture the grandeur and impeccable standards of its … [Read more...]
Whitbread announces second Bar + Block opening in Birmingham
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor: Whitbread announces second Bar + Block opening in Birmingham. Whitbread’s steakhouse brand, Bar + Block, has announced its latest opening in Birmingham, taking its portfolio to 21 UK sites. Opening on Monday 27th March the second Bar + Block’s site in Birmingham on the ground floor within phase two of the Exchange Square … [Read more...]
El Mexicana opening at Gloucester Quays
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor: El Mexicana opening at Gloucester Quays. Peel L&P has announced that El Mexicana, the authentic Mexican eatery, has signed at Gloucester Quays. The restaurant menu will consist of Mexican favourites suitable for grab-and-go lunch and dinner. All dishes will be made fresh and with organic ingredients, alongside encouraging … [Read more...]
The King’s Coronation celebrated at Galvin at Windows
By Angela Green, Content Executive: The King’s Coronation celebrated at Galvin at Windows. Galvin at Windows, the award-winning restaurant with unparalleled views of Buckingham Palace and the Mall from the 28th floor of London Hilton on Park Lane, has created a special Coronation tasting menu and will also host a truly indulgent British feast to celebrate the King’s … [Read more...]
The Gurkhas set to open on Great Portland Street
By Angela Green, Content Executive: The Gurkhas set to open on Great Portland Street. A new Nepalese restaurant, The Gurkhas from the team behind the steak and sushi bar, Hot Stone in Islington will open on Great Portland Street on 11th April. The Gurkhas is named after Nepal soldiers who fought for Britain since 1815, and will serve sharing plates that blend … [Read more...]
Tom Sellers announces opening date for Story Cellar
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor: Tom Sellers announces opening date for Story Cellar. Tom Sellers has announced that he will open Story Cellar at 17 Neal’s Yard, Seven Dials on 1st April. Story Cellar is a Parisian inspired rotisserie style restaurant with counter dining, where rotisserie chicken is the primary focus, served alongside a host of classic dishes, … [Read more...]
Gino D’Acampo reveals opening date for his new Leeds restaurant
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor: Gino D’Acampo reveals opening date for his new Leeds restaurant. Gino D’Acampo has announced he will open the doors to his much-anticipated new restaurant – Gino D’Acampo, Boar Lane, Leeds, on April 10th. Reservations for the upmarket Italian restaurant and bar, located at the recently refurbished Leeds Marriott Hotel, open today … [Read more...]
Mollie’s appoints Group Innovation & Development Chef
Mollie’s appoints Group Innovation & Development Chef Mollie’s has appointed Dan Gover as Group Innovation & Development Chef across locations in Oxfordshire, Bristol, and later this year new launch, Mollie’s Manchester. Gover will support creative F&B direction for the brand. He joins Mollie’s from Coppa Club, where he led on the development of core … [Read more...]
Galvin at Windows announce appointment of Deputy GM
By Denis Sheehan MIH: Galvin at Windows announce appointment of Deputy GM. Antonino Forte has been appointed Deputy General Manager of 10° Sky Bar and Galvin at Windows at London Hilton on Park Lane. With over 20 years’ experience in the hospitality industry, Antonino is widely recognised for his dedication and passion within the sector. He has won and been … [Read more...]
St Vincent returns to Newcastle’s hospitality stage
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor: St Vincent returns to Newcastle’s hospitality stage. North East chef and restaurateur Terry Laybourne is reopening his popular Newcastle wine bar and restaurant St Vincent after a three-year hiatus. He closed the buzzy Quayside restaurant on the eve of the Covid-19 pandemic in March 2020. Other venues within his 21 … [Read more...]
This year’s AA Rosette Awards announced today
By Angela Green, Content Executive: This year’s AA Rosette Awards announced today. Earlier today fifteen restaurants were commended for their culinary excellence, demonstrating an unprecedented level of quality and originality. One venue was awarded the esteemed four AA Rosettes, while an impressive fourteen were granted three AA Rosettes. Establishments … [Read more...]
A stellar experience at stars @sohoplace
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor: A stellar experience at stars @sohoplace It’s been a while since I’ve visited Tottenham Court Road, so I was a little apprehensive about what to expect. I had this misconception that stars @sohoplace would be central soho, down the back streets, nothing prepared me for the impressive welcome I received at the top of the Tottenham … [Read more...]
NORD opening in Liverpool with Stockholm influence
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor: NORD opening in Liverpool with Stockholm influence. New Liverpool restaurant, NORD, has revealed a glimpse of its Northern produce focussed menu ahead of opening. Located in Plaza, the 18-storey venue in Liverpool, brand new luxury dining space NORD, is set to open in March, operated by GSG.Hospitality and Chef Daniel … [Read more...]
