There are few businesses more popular than great takeaway restaurants, especially in cities like Northampton with a population estimated at more than a quarter of a million people. With so much of the population off to work each day, grabbing a takeaway on the way home seems to have become the norm for so many […] More
The new year is always an exciting time for new businesses in hospitality. With the festive period well and truly behind, January and February are quiet months – but low trade volumes also create the perfect opportunity for investing more heavily in long-term strategy or addressing your restaurant’s performance so far. With wholesale costs rising […] More
The growth of E-commerce has had a significant impact on how we live our lives and the restaurant business is certainly no different. More
Rare Restaurants, the 22-strong restaurant group consisting of Gaucho and M Restaurants headed up by Martin Williams, announces further expansion of its modern Argentinean steak-house brand. Three new Gaucho sites will open in the next three months, including its first London opening since 2009. These openings come following a record-breaking year with double digit ebitda […] More
Owning and maintaining a restaurant has many challenges but can also be incredibly rewarding. Customers expect more than just great food and good service in today’s world. They expect to be engaged on multiple levels and are looking for something that sets your restaurant apart from the competition. Utilising technology to create a loyalty program […] More
phs Greenleaf has announced Stephen Dieppe as its Managing Director after four years with the group. Stephen joined the phs Group in 2018 as Head of Sales for Hotel, Retail and Catering in the hygiene division, before being promoted to Sales Director for phs Greenleaf in 2020. More
It is hard to beat a good meal as a way to bring people together whether this is family or friends. Food can bring people together, but you will also find the cost of going out to dinner can be hugely expensive and cooking for large groups can be daunting even for an experienced cook. […] More
Brand new pan-Asian restaurant Gura Gura has quietly opened its doors late last month in The Yards, Covent Garden. The restaurant, from experienced restaurateur Gobind Chona, offers a modern menu with flavours from across Asia spotlighting Japanese, Thai and Chinese elements alongside a playful cocktail list. The dramatic dining areas and downstairs bar are designed […] More
Throughout recent years, the hotel industry has faced continuous economic difficulties, from the pandemic to inflation and the cost-of-living crisis. As inflation rates increase this year, businesses across the industry face possible closure, including independent hotels under the pressure of soaring costs. To support independent hotels this winter, Miele has produced some top tips on […] More
Similar to any other consumer product, there are traceable trends within the alcoholic drink market. It shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone that, in recent years, gin has well and truly taken over. In fact, gin revenue in the UK alone amounts to US$3.47 billion in 2022 and is expected to continue growing at […] More
Scarlet Hotel has appointed Jack Clayton as the latest Head Chef of the hotel’s sea view restaurant in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall. Since starting his career in 2009, in some of the East Midlands most well-respected restaurants, Jack has achieved 3 rosettes, 2 Bib Gourmand awards and the Nottingham Head Chef of the year award. His move to Scarlet comes […] More
The interior design of your restaurant is key to creating an inviting, relaxed atmosphere for your customers. From layout to lighting and personal touches, there are a variety of steps you can take to ensure that your restaurant’s design reflects its values and offers the best possible experience for guests. Here’s a closer look at […] More