Chamberlain's Restaurant has announced the appointment of a new head chef: James Jones, younger brother of executive chef Andrew. Jones the younger trained at Chelmsford College and, like his sibling, honed his skills at Claridge's. He has worked with Andrew on a number of previous occasions and is well acquainted with Ally Dale, who heads up the outside catering side and … [Read more...]
Flemings Mayfair announces £14m refurb and Shaun Rankin restaurant
Luxury boutique hotel, Flemings Mayfair, is investing £14 million in refurbishment, due for completion in the first quarter of 2016. Work has already begun on the family-owned, leading SLH (Small Luxury Hotels of the World), which will see 129 bedrooms, suites and apartments renovated, alongside a tea lounge, bar and new restaurant by Michelin-starred chef Shaun Rankin. The … [Read more...]
Rising Star Chef joins The Feathers in Woodstock
The AA four star, two AA rosette Feathers at Woodstock has boosted its team with the appointment of Adam Caisley as Head Chef, who moves from the Wild Rabbit, Kingham, also in Oxfordshire. General Manager, Dominic Bishop is delighted by the appointment “Our restaurant is known to be good, but we are determined to make it truly exceptional. Adam, who quickly established The … [Read more...]
East-end Classic Revival at Tonic & Remedy, Shoreditch
Chef Paul Welburn, Former Head Chef at Michelin-starred Rhodes W1, opens his first restaurant in Shoreditch, Tonic & Remedy, with its official launch on Tuesday 5 May. Tonic & Remedy celebrates many forgotten dishes, including Welburn's creative take on East-end classic, jellied eel: Smoked eel mousse, with jelly and seaweed scones. After working as Head Chef at … [Read more...]
Boston Tea Party’s new lunch menu
Boston Tea Party, the west country chain of cafes, has revitalised its menu, taking inspiration from current trends – and after comprehensive testing by colleagues and trialling at BTP Harborne. What's new? To kick things off, there’s a mezze (pictured) eaten alone or shared - perfect on a sunny day with a glass (or bottle) of wine. The slow roast lamb or halloumi … [Read more...]