London Union is the new parent company of the highly successful Street Feast which intends to transform the capital’s food landscape forever by creating the world’s greatest food market in central London. Founded by Leon’s Henry Dimbleby and Street Feast’s Jonathan Downey, London Union is backed by some of the biggest names in British food – including Russell Norman from the … [Read more...]
Mark Birchall leaves Rogan to launch own restaurant
Simon Rogan has announced that Mark Birchall, Group Executive Chef Northern Operations for Rogan’s five restaurants in Cartmel, Cumbria, and Manchester, will be leaving the company on 31 July 2015 to launch his own establishment in summer 2016. Mark joined L’Enclume in 2006 as Sous Chef, progressing to Head Chef in early 2008, and was promoted to the new role across the … [Read more...]
I Robert brings a local flavour to Mayfair
Set to officially open this month, I Robert aims to bring something completely different to the Mayfair dining scene: a cosy, stylish and affordable neighbourhood café bar and restaurant that offers a real respite from the hustle and bustle of the city. Here you will find home-cooked Mediterranean food served in light and bright surroundings decorated with stunning original … [Read more...]
Leicester’s Belmont Hotel recruits leading Chef
The independently owned Belmont Hotel in Leicester has appointed Jeremy Jones to the position of Head Chef. Jeremy will be responsible for a team of five chefs and will be adding his unique style to the menu at Windows on the Walk, the Hotel’s restaurant, and the hotel’s extensive conference and banqueting operation, as he creates dishes that encapsulate his version of modern … [Read more...]
Bryn Williams at Goodwood: Roast Chicken with Parsnips and Garlic
Bryn Williams is looking forward to The Goodwood Festival of Speed which runs 26-28 June and where he can combine his love of cars with his passion for cooking. In his case, for the Library Lawn. Of course, hospitality and foodservice is a major operation at the Festival of Speed: in all, it requires 125 Chefs and around 940 staff every day to meet the demands of guests, … [Read more...]