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-Chef who was awarded OBE for services backs world’s biggest recruitment campaign for hospitality industry- Celebrity Chef Angela Hartnett OBE has backed major recruitment campaign Hospitality Rising amidst fears the industry could be ‘killed’ by the energy crisis. Speaking in an exclusive new Hospitality Rising podcast, the Michelin-starred chef urged leaders across the sector to […] More

Aqua Restaurant Group expands its portfolio with a fifth outpost in the capital Opening late November, Shiro is a Japanese restaurant and bar arriving at Liverpool Street’s Broadgate Circle. Hugely popular in Hong Kong, the home of Shiro, the menu is inspired by Japan’s foodie hot spots; Ginza, Shinjuku, and Shibuya in Tokyo – contemporary […] More

London’s famous arts centre welcomes its newest arrival – Barbican Brasserie by Searcys, taking over from its Italian restaurant, Osteria. Located on the second floor of the Barbican Centre, the restaurant boasts views of the iconic lakeside and fountains and brings Searcys British classics and European dishes with a modern twist to the area’s brutalist […] More

The Rick Stein Group has been recognised as one of the UK’s Best Companies to Work For. The accolade sees the company appearing at number 88, as revealed at the Best Companies Live event last night, 3 November, and is testament to the Stein’s ethos: ‘Our people are our greatest asset and we love making […] More

Textile and laundry services provider Elis UK has partnered with Harts Group to deliver on laundry and washroom requirements for all its London restaurants. These include the modern Spanish Barrafina and Parrillian restaurant groups, the Mexican El Pastor chain and the historic Soho Quo Vadis restaurant and private members’ club. The company required a range […] More

Did you know that business has more than doubled for food delivery apps during COVID-19? Food delivery had been steadily on the rise for a few years, but since the pandemic, it has become a major trend and one that shows no sign of slowing down anytime soon. People are increasingly ordering food to be […] More

Mixology is an exciting activity that anybody can do from the comfort of their home. What we should keep in mind, however, is that cocktails don’t need to be boozy. Substitute the alcohol for something else and you’ll get the same delicious drink minus the hangover. Maybe you’re teetotal, or perhaps you just fancy trying […] More

Famed restaurant group, Gaucho, are heading to the North West with its latest opening, located on Liverpool’s Water Street.    Housed within a Grade II listed property the new restaurant will see a compelling interior design scheme implemented by award-winning agency, DesignLSM.   More

Opening on 9th December with new alpine dining and family focussed spa treatments Maisons Pariente’s Hotel Le Coucou will be reopening its doors for the winter season on 9th December 2022 with exciting upgrades to the food offering, including a new alpine restaurant and upgraded menus. Also new for this season, the hotel’s spa has introduced signature […] More

Jon Coates has been appointed Head Chef at The Elder in Bath, re-joining Castlebridge Hospitality following his vital role in the launch of The Woodsman in 2018, another of Mike Robinson’s ventures outside of London. It was here that he won the restaurant the Best New Entry UK in the Waitrose Good Food Guide 2020. […] More

When it comes to accidents in the workplace, slips and trips are among the most common causes of serious injury. This is especially true in commercial kitchens, where there is a higher risk of food spillages, standing water and other potential hazards. Rubber matting can help create a safer environment by providing workers with a […] More