By Angela Green: Institute of Hospitality Restaurant Manager of the Year 2024 finalists announced. The shortlist for the Institute of Hospitality’s Restaurant Manager of the Year 2024 (RMOY), sponsored by Menzies and The Hari, London will see twenty-three semi-finalists battle it out for this year’s coveted title. Now in its 14th year, the competition received … [Read more...]
Claude and Lucy Bosi bring a piece of Lyon, Josephine, to Chelsea
By Angela Green: Claude and Lucy Bosi bring a piece of Lyon, Josephine, to Chelsea. The Sloane Stanley Estate has announced that Josephine, the new neighbourhood French bistro concept by Michelin-starred Claude Bosi and Lucy Bosi, has opened at 315 Fulham Road. Josephine by Claude Bosi has opened his latest restaurant on the corner of Fulham Road, marking a prominent … [Read more...]
Des Gunewardena acquires Canary Wharf venue for new restaurants and bars concept
By Angela Green: Des Gunewardena acquires Canary Wharf venue for new restaurants and bars concept. Des Gunewardena, co-founder and former CEO of restaurant group D&D London, has today announced that he has signed a deal with Canary Wharf Group (CWG) to open a brand-new concept in Canary Wharf in Q4 2024. The new venture will see 9,500 sq. ft of space … [Read more...]
Azzurri releases sustainability report showing cuts in GHG emissions
By Angela Green: Azzurri releases sustainability report showing cuts in GHG emissions. Azzurri Group, the Italian casual dining operator of ASK Italian, Zizzi and Coco di Mama, has launched its third annual Sustainable Dining Report. During FY23, the company delivered a strong financial performance, opened additional restaurants, and expanded its brands’ retail … [Read more...]
Director of Hospitality appointed to mastermind F&B at £1.3Bn Olympia redevelopment
By Angela Green: Director of Hospitality appointed to mastermind F&B at £1.3Bn Olympia redevelopment. Olympia, one of Europe’s largest regeneration projects currently under development by Yoo Capital and Deutsche Finance International, has appointed Former MGM Resorts Vice President of Hospitality, Abe Berry, to the senior leadership team. In his new role as … [Read more...]
Sam’s Kitchen introduced to Chiswick
By Angela Green: Sam’s Kitchen introduced to Chiswick. West London duo Sam Harrison and Fanny Stocker are bringing their popular Sam’s Kitchen concept to Turnham Green Terrace, Chiswick, this March. Following a successful launch in Hammersmith last year, Sam’s Kitchen has quickly gained a reputation with locals for its elevated take on breakfast and brunch … [Read more...]
Rio Ferdinand announces opening of Ballerz competitive socialising at Bluewater
By Angela Green: Rio Ferdinand announces opening of Ballerz competitive socialising at Bluewater. Final preparation is underway at the multimillion-pound Ballerz dome arena, a new competitive socialising concept backed by big names in the world of football. Rio Ferdinand, Bobby Zamora, Roberto Carlos and Mark Noble. The 30,000 sq ft Ballerz arena is located at … [Read more...]
Cedar Court Harrogate announce new restaurant opening
By Angela Green: Cedar Court Harrogate announce new restaurant opening. Leading Yorkshire Hotel group, Cedar Court is creating a brand-new restaurant, Amber’s, at its flagship Harrogate hotel. The hotel, which has been undergoing an extensive refurbishment programme over the last 12 months, is investing £500,000 into the restaurant with a vision to create a … [Read more...]
Opening soon, Italian seafood panino and aperitivo bar, Fish & Bubbles
By Angela Green: Opening soon, Fish & Bubbles. Expanding their portfolio, the brothers behind West London’s La Mia Mamma and Made in Italy are introducing a brand-new concept to London – an Italian seafood panino and aperitivo bar, Fish & Bubbles. Opening on 28th February, the restaurant offers value-led, premium casual dining and a taste of the Italian … [Read more...]
Charities benefit from relaunch of Buzzworks pro-social bonus scheme
By Angela Green: Charities benefit from relaunch of Buzzworks pro-social bonus scheme. One of Scotland’s leading hospitality groups Buzzworks has relaunched its pioneering initiative to provide a boost to local charities in the areas which it operates. The unique quarterly pro-social bonus scheme has once again rolled out across all 19 of Buzzworks’ venues, with the top … [Read more...]
Rucola, opening next month The Conduit London
Rucola, opening next month The Conduit London This March, The Conduit London is set to open its doors to Rucola, located on the rooftop of the Covent Garden members club. The dining destination will offer member and non-member guests a space to soak in panoramic views of London’s skyline, whilst enjoying plant-forward dishes made with thoughtfully-sourced … [Read more...]
Black and White Hospitality opening Marco Pierre White restaurant in Blackpool
By Angela Green: Black and White Hospitality opening Marco Pierre White restaurant in Blackpool. Located in a new 127-bedroom Holiday Inn hotel, a Marco’s New York Italian restaurant is set to open following an agreement between Blackpool Council and Black and White Hospitality, the franchising arm of Pierre White’s restaurant business. The new restaurant is … [Read more...]
Tom Waters to open Gorse in Cardiff’s Pontcanna
By Angela Green: Tom Waters to open Gorse in Cardiff’s Pontcanna. Chef News is sponsored by the Kitchen Porters Club Chef Tom Waters who enjoyed stints with some of London’s top restaurants has announced plans to open a permanent restaurant in the heart of Pontcanna, Cardiff. Waters has made a name for himself over the last 18 months by bringing his pop-up … [Read more...]
Chef Robert Thompson MBE announces new Isle of Wight opening
By Angela Green: Chef Robert Thompson MBE announces new Isle of Wight opening. This Spring, RTCaféGrill will launch in Ryde, Isle of Wight, opening its doors officially on Thursday the 7th of March 2024. The new restaurant, obsessed with freshness and quality, and will take a zealous approach to local and seasonal cooking. Led by Chef Robert Thompson MBE, RTCaféGrill will … [Read more...]
Restaurant Dominic Chapman Henley-on-Thames now open
By Angela Green: Restaurant Dominic Chapman Henley-on-Thames now open. Chef Dominic Chapman has opened his first restaurant in Henley-on-Thames, revealing that he will put his name to a restaurant for the first time in his career. The 60-cover Restaurant Dominic Chapman serves classic British dishes using quality local produce across breakfast, lunch, afternoon … [Read more...]
