Gordon Ramsay has lost his High Court battle over being held personally liable for the rent on the York & Albany pub near Regent’s Park in north London. The pub was leased when his father-in-law Christopher Hutcheson was still working in Ramsay’s restaurant organisation, but Ramsay said his signature had been forged – using a ghost writer machine - on the document which … [Read more...]
Reaping the rewards of Chip Week 2015
It’s not long before Chip Week (16-22 February 2015) officially gets underway, so now is the time for chefs and caterers to prepare for one of the biggest events in the chipping calendar. Chip Week, a long-established promotional week run by the Potato Council, provides a fantastic opportunity for owners and operators of chip shops, pubs, restaurants and other catering … [Read more...]
Watch these Foodservice Industry Trends in 2015
The NPD Group has identified and shared 5 ingredients for foodservice success in 2015: you may not agree, but should be watching to check what happens and how it may impact your business. 1. Goodbye Blind Loyalty – choice and innovation breeding increased promiscuity Consumers increasingly spoilt for choice will demand more if they’re to stay loyal. Winners in 2015 … [Read more...]
Say Farewell to the Good Old Burger
In a few weeks, cult French gourmet burger restaurant Big Fernand will open its first UK restaurant in London, giving a French makeover to the UK’s burger trend. Located on Percy Street near Charlotte Street, the 2,100 sq ft, self-‐service, fully licensed venue will specialise in gourmet ‘hamburgés’ with unpasteurised cheeses imported from France, such as Tomme de Savoie … [Read more...]
Ten exclusive Bocuse d’Or collector’s plates by Alain Vavro to be won
In 1987 the Bocuse d’Or was called into being by the world-renowned star chef Paul Bocuse. Since then the international competition has been held every two years, providing individual chefs from around the world with an opportunity to test their talents. Villeroy & Boch is a member of the Bocuse d’Or and acts as the competition’s tableware partner for the eleventh time in a … [Read more...]