Hickory’s Smokehouse has agreed to take the lease for a premises currently called ‘The Waterfront and Bonds’ nightclub that fronts The River Severn at Victoria Quay.The first Hickory’s Smokehouse opened in Chester in 2010 following founder Neil McDonnell’s extensive research into the American BBQ and smokehouse sector.The team behind Hickory’s has been operating in … [Read more...]
Byron reveal new logo in a mission to bring people back around the table
Byron have today revealed their new logo, which forms part of a wider redesign, rolling out across the brands digital platforms and within its restaurants later this year.A symbol of bigger things to come, the logo is a visual representation of Byron’s new rallying cry - ‘All Hail The Table’.With the latest Wellbeing Index suggesting a third of British adults are … [Read more...]
D&D London’s latest openings plan signals further expansion outside London
D&D London Chairman and CEO Des Gunewardena today announced that D&D London will launch a new restaurant in Bristol’s Cabot Circus.D&D London’s new Cabot Circus venue, which is set to open in early 2020, will contain new concepts developed for the building to include a restaurant, bars, extensive private dining and a large outdoor terrace. The restaurant and … [Read more...]
Finnish Fafa’s first UK opening coming to Covent Garden
Finnish restaurant Fafa’s with over 40 locations across three countries is set to open its first UK site in London this September in Covent Garden.Founded in Finland by Tel Aviv-born street food trader Doron Karavani, Fafa’s serves Mediterranean cuisine including freshly filled pitas, salads and meze with everything cooked on-site.Fafa’s started from a small kiosk in … [Read more...]
First half growth and two promotions at Bill’s Restaurant Group
Bill’s Restaurant Group has seen continued growth in the first half of 2019 with like for like growth across the whole estate up 8%. Two key promotions have also been announced, Sarah Hills has recently been promoted to Managing Director and Lesley McIlroy has been promoted from Head of Marketing to Marketing Director.Bill’s Restaurant Group, Executive Chairman, David … [Read more...]
Buzzworks Holdings’ leadership development programme welcomes 11 hospitality stars
A group of 11 hospitality stars who work across Buzzworks Holdings’ portfolio of venues, have taken their places in the Scottish hospitality company’s cutting edge immersive three month Leadership Development Programme.The Institute of Leadership and Management accredited programme, which is open to all senior members of staff, is not only unique to Buzzworks, but is … [Read more...]
Three new dessert focused concepts opening in ‘dessert alley’ Chinatown London
Shaftesbury welcomes three new brands, Kova Patisserie, Taiyakiya and Meet Fresh, as they bring their creative new concepts and signature sweet treats to Chinatown London.Kova Patisserie are serving French-Japanese fusion patisserie within a new 240 sq ft store located at 20a Newport Court; Taiyakiya are offering taiyaki – the social media famed fish-shaped waffle cone – … [Read more...]
HMSHost announce extended partnership and new openings with McArthurGlen
HMSHost International has announced the extension of their partnership with McArthurGlen, Europe’s leading owner, developer and manager of designer outlets. This extension of the relationship will see HMSHost open two new restaurants at the McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Ashford later this year. Walter Seib, CEO of HMSHost International: “We are delighted to announce the … [Read more...]
Tandem from Cyrus Todiwala, chef’s first opening outside London
Cyrus Todiwala earlier today announced his fifth restaurant alongside Café Spice Namasté and Mr Todiwala’s Kitchen, in his first move outside of London.In late August, Todiwala will be launching Tandem, a celebration of authentic Indian cuisine and cocktail mixology located in a picturesque and decorative Grade II listed building in the heart of Leicester … [Read more...]
Nobu Berkeley ST appoint new General Manager
Mayfair restaurant Nobu Berkeley ST has appointed Roberto Simic as General Manager to lead on all operations including business performance, events, staff development and reservations.Roberto’s 16-year Nobu career started at sister-restaurant Nobu London in 1999. He rejoined Nobu after gaining valuable experience in other businesses to be part of the opening team for … [Read more...]
The Soak Restaurant: Retained Period, with a Koncrete modern twist
Decorative specialists Armourcoat have provided the finishing touches to The Soak, a new bar and restaurant next to London’s Victoria Station with an all-day menu that is built around signature soaked flavours through fermenting, pickling, brining and steeping techniques.With interior design devised by a partnership between creative agency CAB and interior design studio … [Read more...]
Azzurri to acquire Pod safeguarding more than 170 jobs
Azzurri Group, operators in the Italian casual dining sector through its Zizzi, ASK Italian, Coco di Mama and Radio Alice brands, has announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the business and certain assets of the healthy ‘food-to-go’ chain Pod from its administrators RSM. Azzurri already has a strong platform in the London ‘food-to-go’ market through … [Read more...]
Serious Fraud Office make five new arrests investigating Patisserie Valerie
The troubles besetting Patisserie Valerie seem far from behind new owners Causeway Capital Partners, as last week saw five unnamed people arrested and questioned by officers from the Serious Fraud Office over alleged accounting fraud.In a joint operation with police the arrests took place last Tuesday. The arrests follow on from Patisserie Valerie 's former FD, Chris Marsh … [Read more...]
Anna Hansen announces she has stepped away from The Modern Pantry
Following a successful 10 years, chef - owner Anna Hansen has made the decision to step away from The Modern Pantry. Robert Mcleary, who joined The Modern Pantry shortly after it opened in 2008 and has acted as Head Chef for the last 5 years, will now become Executive Chef of the restaurant which has developed a loyal following for its unique dishes based on … [Read more...]
