AngloThai, the debut restaurant from husband and wife team, John and Desiree Chantarasak, will open this autumn in partnership with MJMK Restaurants. Following on from a number of highly acclaimed pop ups and residencies, the pair will be bringing their unique take on Thai-British cuisine with a European focused wine list, to their first bricks and mortar site on … [Read more...]
Junk Group announce UK debut in Soho
French-based smash burger brand Junk has announced its international expansion with a UK debut in Soho this September. Founded in 2021 by Majed Mansour, a visionary entrepreneur, and Wissem Ben Ammar, a passionate self-taught chef, Junk Group has established itself as a key player in the street food scene with sites across Paris, Neuilly, Lyon, Strasbourg, Lille, Bordeaux … [Read more...]
Copenhagen’s cult-favourite smash burger on its way to London
The Standard, London is excited to announce that Copenhagen’s cult-favourite smash burger restaurant, Gasoline Grill, will be popping up at Double Standard for an exciting four week menu takeover this summer. Deemed a ‘must visit’ in Copenhagen’s trendy food scene, Gasoline Grill will make its international debut bringing its viral burger concept to London from 12th August … [Read more...]
Louis, Italian-American Restaurant Set To Open in Manchester, Announce Head Chef
Louis, a new exciting restaurant and live musical venue from the Permanently Unique Group, whose reputation for creating unforgettable dining experiences has culminated in the development of this ambitious new project, are pleased to announce Matteo D’Elia as their Head Chef ahead of their September opening. D’Elia joins the Louis team alongside Executive Chef … [Read more...]
Chef Hervé Deville joins Mistress of Mayfair as Directeur Culinaire
This September, Mistress of Mayfair, the Parisian-inspired restaurant and members lounge, is set to welcome the renowned French Chef Hervé Deville as Directeur Culinaire. With a storied career marked by three Michelin stars, Chef Deville will unveil a stunning new à la carte menu and regularly alternating seasonal dishes that combine the timeless elegance of … [Read more...]
Chef John Javier unveils his new menu at THE TENT (at the End of the Universe)
Once known for its unique approach to Middle-Eastern cuisine, THE TENT (at the End of the Universe) proudly announces a new radical menu. With this new chapter, Chef John Javier draws inspiration from cuisines he has honed throughout his career, from traditional Chinese cuisine to classic French bistronomy. With an illustrious background at prestigious establishments such … [Read more...]
Network Rail welcome Popeyes to Waterloo
Network Rail has welcomed the opening of Louisiana chicken restaurant Popeyes at Waterloo station, marking Popeyes first foray into travel retail. Comprising over 1,820 sq ft of prime retail space, the restaurant is new to Network Rail’s retail portfolio and the first Popeyes to open across its 19 managed stations in Great Britain. Bringing a taste of New Orleans to … [Read more...]
Brother Marcus announce opening largest location at The Yards, Covent Garden
Longmartin Properties Ltd, a joint venture between Shaftesbury Capital and the Mercers’ Company, has announced that modern Eastern Mediterranean restaurant, Brother Marcus, has selected The Yards, Covent Garden, to launch its largest location to date. The operator now has five sites in the capital. Located at 23 Slingsby Place, Brother Marcus’ new 4,190 sq ft … [Read more...]
Deliverect Launches Pulse Across Delivery Platforms
Deliverect Launches Pulse to Optimise Store Health and Help Restaurants Bolster Marketing Intelligence Across Delivery Platforms With Partners Like Uber Eats, Deliveroo & Just Eat, Pulse Provides Actionable Insights, Real-Time Alerts, and Comprehensive Tools for Improved Visibility, ROI, and Marketplace Position Deliverect, the leading global food tech SaaS company, … [Read more...]
Drake & Morgan founder awarded Freedom of the City of London
Jillian MacLean MBE, CEO & Founder of leading bar and restaurant group Drake & Morgan, has been awarded the Freedom of the City of London, celebrating her contribution to the hospitality industry. The accolade, presented at the time-honoured ceremony on Friday 19th July 2024 at the Mansion House, is granted to individuals who have made remarkable impacts on the City of … [Read more...]
Slim Chickens opens at Basingstoke’s Festival Place
Sovereign Centros from CBRE has announced that Slim Chickens, the American fried chicken restaurant chain, has launched a new location at Festival Place, joining the destination’s diverse line-up of F&B operators and making its Basingstoke debut. Slim Chickens has launched in a 3,503 sq ft unit on Festival Place’s ground floor, occupying a key space on the … [Read more...]
As one restaurant closes, two open, service growing in Ambleside
Chef-owner Ryan Blackburn has made the difficult decision to call time on Kysty, his casual neighbourhood restaurant located in Cheapside, Ambleside. After six years, he's decided not to renew the lease on the site, with Kysty’s final service taking place on 26th July 2024. Happily, Ryan is pleased to announce that he’s retaining all of the Kysty team and recruiting … [Read more...]
London Hilton on Park Lane announce new restaurant openings and leadership roles
The London Hilton on Park Lane in Mayfair has announced the next phase of its multi-million-pound investment to enhance its reputation as a food and drink destination. Following the openings of Park Corner Brasserie and Mayfair’s latest drinks destination, Revery, the hotel announces the opening of two new venues: MR PORTER London and Shanghai Me. Matthew Mullan, … [Read more...]
Elif set to open on Castle Street, Liverpool City Centre
Elif will launch to invited guests on Thursday, July 25, before an official opening on Monday, July 29. Located at 22 Castle Street, the building was once home to Parr’s Bank before changing to NatWest until 2017 when it closed. The new restaurant is a Turkish Bar & Grill and part of the Elif family which has sites in Bold Street, Lark Lane, and Childwall. It had … [Read more...]
José Pizarro to launch Lolo in SE1
Spanish Chef, José Pizarro, is launching his brand-new concept, Lolo, in August 2024. Lolo aims to capture the sense of togetherness and joy that José experiences from preparing his favourite dishes at home, offering Bermondsey Street a fresh approach to the José Pizarro brand. The restaurant will offer an all-day menu of personal favourites and new recipes created with … [Read more...]
