By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: RAI call on Irish Government for resourcing of Irish tourism and hospitality. The Irish Examiner reports the Restaurants Association of Ireland calling on Irish Government for immediate action. The action is on recruiting for the Irish tourism and hospitality sectors in European countries, in a bid to address the people and … [Read more...]
Chef Hari re-opens The George in Kilsby’s culinary doors
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor, H&C News: Chef Hari re-opens The George in Kilsby’s culinary doors. The George in Kilsby has reopened its doors after three years with a brand new look and exciting new food menu. The pub and restaurant has had a complete redesign inside, and now offers a varied menu of Indian-inspired dishes along with popular pub … [Read more...]
Grosvenor adds Slim Chickens to Liverpool ONE F&B line up
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor, H&C News: Grosvenor adds Slim Chickens to Liverpool ONE F&B line up. Grosvenor has announced a debut openings at Liverpool ONE for Boparan Restaurant Group’s Slim Chickens with a 5,000 sq ft restaurant on The Terrace. American dining brand Slim Chickens has opened its 175 cover-restaurant, featuring an al-fresco dining … [Read more...]
Chopstix announce at least four new restaurant openings in Wales this year
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor, H&C News: Chopstix announce at least four new restaurant openings in Wales this year. Chopstix has announced plans to open at least four restaurants in Wales this year, fuelled by high performance of existing outlets. Thriving in Cardiff, Swansea and Bridgend, Wales has been identified by Chopstix as a region where demand … [Read more...]
Rockfish reports record results following post Covid adaption
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Rockfish reports record results following post Covid adaption. Rockfish, the 9-strong seafood restaurant group led by Mitch Tonks, has achieved record results in a year that has seen sweeping changes in the business to set it up to thrive in a post-Covid environment and move back into growth mode, with 3 new openings … [Read more...]
Casual Korean BBQ concept, Pochawa Grill to debut in Chinatown London
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor, H&C News: Casual Korean BBQ concept, Pochawa Grill to debut in Chinatown London. Shaftesbury has announced that experienced restaurateurs Maguro Group have selected Chinatown London to launch their debut casual Korean BBQ concept, Pochawa Grill. Inspired by Pocha – a shortened version of the word Pojangmacha, which refers to … [Read more...]
The Ivy Asia opening at St David’s Cardiff, adjacent to sister restaurant The Ivy
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor, H&C News: The Ivy Asia opening at St David’s Cardiff, adjacent to sister restaurant The Ivy. Landsec, part of The St David’s Partnership, has today announced the signing of The Ivy Asia at St David’s Cardiff. The Asian-inspired concept is a first for the brand in Wales, and will launch later this summer on The Hayes, … [Read more...]
The Gannet, sustainable fish and chips at Edinburgh Zoo
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor, H&C News: The Gannet, sustainable fish and chips at Edinburgh Zoo. A brand-new restaurant, The Gannet has opened at Edinburgh Zoo, celebrating the wildlife conservation charity’s first animal species. Offering a range of traditional Scottish fish and chip dishes, from Cullen skink to vegan haggis, Restaurant Associates’ new … [Read more...]
German Doner Kebab appoints Chief Marketing Officer
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: German Doner Kebab appoints Chief Marketing Officer. German Doner Kebab has appointed Dr Thorsk Westphal as Chief Marketing Officer amidst plans to open 106 new GDK restaurants globally during 2022. Thorsk has 20 years of experience in senior marketing roles at Yum! Restaurants International, Reckitt Benckiser and … [Read more...]
Raja Monkey, one afternoon at Harvey Nichols Birmingham
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Raja Monkey, one afternoon at Harvey Nichols Birmingham. One of Birmingham’s best-loved Indian restaurants, Raja Monkey, has teamed up with Harvey Nichols Birmingham to host an afternoon of sumptuous South Asian dining in the heart of the city. Hall Green’s Raja Monkey has created a luxurious three course menu for a … [Read more...]
Maddox Tavern, a beautiful British Brasserie
By Majella Taylor, New Openings Editor, H&C News: Maddox Tavern, a beautiful British Brasserie. Recently I was kindly invited to the launch of Maddox Tavern, the all-day British Brasserie now open in Mayfair. The room was full of the industry’s most respected restaurant people. A who’s who on the European and UK restaurant scene. Movers, shakers, deal makers, that … [Read more...]
The Boat Inn, Lichfield to host charity event for Hospitality Action
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: The Boat Inn, Lichfield to host charity event for Hospitality Action. The Boat Inn, in Lichfield, will be hosting a charity dinner on Wednesday 20th July to raise proceeds for Hospitality Action. Liam Dillon is joining forces with Staffordshire Chef, Matt Davies to host the event. Hospitality Action supports those who work … [Read more...]
Chris Corbin announces the return of “Who’s Cooking Dinner?”
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Chris Corbin announces the return of “Who’s Cooking Dinner?”. For the past 24 years, Leukaemia UK has hosted the acclaimed, “Who’s Cooking Dinner?”, a fundraising event founded by restaurant luminaries Chris Corbin OBE and Peter Gordon. On Monday 19th September, the dinner will be returning after a 2 year … [Read more...]
Gusto Italian announce latest financial results
By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Gusto Italian announce latest financial results. Casual dining restaurant group Gusto Italian has announced their financial results for the year to September 2021. In a period significantly hampered by government enforced closures and trading restrictions, the company recorded turnover of £12.4m with an EBITDA of … [Read more...]
Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons secures approval for 31 new buildings
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons secures approval for 31 new buildings. Raymond Blanc has secured approval for the substantial expansion of Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons from the South Oxfordshire District Council’s planning committee. In total, there will be 31 new buildings, including 12 associated with a new wellness spa, and seven … [Read more...]
