The Gladwins have secured B Corp certification following a two-year assessment process, achieving a score of 96.5. The certification comes during a landmark year for the family-run business, following the opening of The Black Horse, its sixth site and first venture beyond London. The opening brings the business back to the Sussex countryside, where the family farm and … [Read more...]
Crudo Group to Open Rocola on Mare Street This July
Rocola, a new East London restaurant, bar and rotating kitchen from the team behind Crudo and Tiny Wine, will open on Mare Street on Wednesday 8 July. Built around an open kitchen, lively bar and changing programme of guest chefs, residencies, tastings, music-led events and collaborations, Rocola will bring together the warmth of a neighbourhood restaurant with the energy … [Read more...]
Kismet to Open in Borough this July
Restaurateur Dom Hamdy and chef Keiran Mustafa will launch Kismet in Borough this July, a new restaurant inspired by the traditional meyhanes of Istanbul and Northern Cyprus. Opening above The Globe Tavern on Thursday 16 July, Kismet will begin a year-long residency in a space that has previously hosted concepts including Chishuru and Tou. The meyhane, a traditional … [Read more...]
Darjeeling Express Opens Larger Soho Home on Rupert Street
Award-winning Indian restaurant Darjeeling Express has opened the doors to its new, larger home on Rupert Street, as Shaftesbury Capital continues to strengthen Soho's premium dining offering. Located at 36–40 Rupert Street, the 5,600 sq ft restaurant occupies a prominent position between Soho and Chinatown, joining a line-up of acclaimed restaurants including The Palomar, … [Read more...]
The Cocochine Promotes Kushal Rai to Head Chef
Chef-Patron Larry Jayasekara has appointed Kushal Rai as Head Chef at The Cocochine, with the promotion taking immediate effect. Rai joined the Mayfair restaurant as Junior Sous Chef when The Cocochine opened in 2024 and has played an important role in the development of its ingredient-led menus. His promotion recognises both his culinary ability and his contribution to … [Read more...]
Hg Announces Second London Restaurant as UK Expansion Continues
Hg has announced plans to open its second London restaurant in Victoria this October, marking another milestone in the Mediterranean-inspired brand's growing UK expansion. Following the successful launch of its first UK site in Soho, the new restaurant will open on Buckingham Palace Road, just moments from Victoria Station, one of London's busiest transport … [Read more...]
DOOD Launches Silk Road-Inspired Sunday Roast on Newcastle Quayside
DOOD has launched Nomad's Sunday Roast, introducing a new take on Britain's traditional Sunday lunch by combining classic roast dining with the bold flavours of the Silk Road. Available every Sunday from 12pm to 4.30pm, the new menu reflects the restaurant's Persian and Levantine-inspired culinary philosophy, centred on charcoal cooking, generous hospitality and sharing … [Read more...]
Estelle Community Opens Celeste, Its First Public Restaurant in Notting Hill
Estelle Community has unveiled Celeste, a new all-day Italian American restaurant in Notting Hill and the brand's first concept open to the public. Located on the ground floor of Estelle Community's newly launched hosted home and private members' club at 45 Ledbury Road, Celeste marks a significant evolution for the hospitality group, extending its offering beyond the … [Read more...]
CLAP London Begins New Culinary Chapter with Chef Partner Reif Othman
CLAP London has unveiled a new partnership with internationally recognised chef Reif Othman, marking a significant new chapter for the Knightsbridge restaurant and introducing the chef's distinctive culinary style to London for the first time. The collaboration will see Othman take on the role of Chef Partner, working closely with the CLAP team to shape the restaurant's … [Read more...]
KIBOU Japanese Kitchen & Bar to Open Birmingham Restaurant This Autumn
KIBOU Japanese Kitchen & Bar has announced plans to open a new restaurant in Birmingham this autumn, marking the seventh location for the growing hospitality brand. The new venue will be located on Temple Row, overlooking Cathedral Square in Birmingham's Colmore Business District, and will feature a bar and lounge, open sushi kitchen, main restaurant and private dining … [Read more...]
The Beaumont Mayfair to Launch Mediterranean-Inspired Restaurant Pearl This September
The Beaumont Mayfair has announced the launch of Pearl, a new standalone restaurant and terrace set to open at Brown Hart Gardens this September. Located within the gardens above Duke Street, Pearl will occupy one of Mayfair's most prestigious addresses while drawing inspiration from the relaxed elegance and culinary traditions of the Mediterranean. The restaurant's … [Read more...]
Birmingham Restaurant Festival Confirms Record 60-Restaurant Lineup for Fifth Anniversary Edition
Birmingham Restaurant Festival has revealed its final lineup of 60 participating restaurants, the highest number in the event's history, alongside a series of exclusive menus designed to showcase the city's diverse culinary scene from 1 to 31 August. Celebrating its fifth anniversary this year, the festival will once again encourage diners to explore Birmingham's … [Read more...]
Eatphoria Reveals New Wraps & Wings Store Concept Ahead of Major UK Expansion
Eatphoria has announced a new store design and brand identity for Wraps & Wings as part of plans to expand the quick-service restaurant concept across the UK. The redesigned format, described as the brand’s ‘2.0’ concept, will be introduced ahead of a planned rollout of at least 20 new locations over the next two years through a combination of company-owned and … [Read more...]
Vira International serves up 25 years in the UK hospitality sector
Earlier this week, an international hospitality recruitment and immigration specialist marked its 25th anniversary in the UK with an exclusive celebration at SEA LIFE London Aquarium. Vira International, based in Harrow on the Hill, brought more than 200 senior hospitality professionals from across the hotel, restaurant, leisure and quick-service restaurant sectors … [Read more...]
Fluffy Fluffy and Chopstix Choose centre:mk for Regional Debuts
centre:mk has announced that Fluffy Fluffy and Chopstix will open new locations at the shopping destination, marking regional debuts for both brands. The additions further expand the food and beverage offering at centre:mk, one of the UK’s largest regional retail and leisure destinations. Fluffy Fluffy, described as the UK’s largest pancake and dessert café brand, will … [Read more...]
