The Portobello Star lies in the middle of west London’s famous market road and is housed in a stunning stripped back townhouse. Above the vibrant bar lies a private function room offering hosts the opportunity to entertain apartment style, with their own private bartender pouring the drinks at an open bar in the heart of the room. Full venue hire is also available. Such is … [Read more...]
Iconic New York cocktail bar ‘PDT’ to open at the landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong is delighted to announce a unique new bar concept in collaboration with the iconic New York cocktail bar, PDT (Please Don’t Tell). Regularly voted among the World’s Best Bars, PDT has long been a favourite of New Yorkers who enjoy the intimate privacy of its distinctive interiors with cocktails developed by renowned mixologists Jim … [Read more...]
Pubs should be exempt from any deposit scheme, says BBPA
The brewing and pub industry has a good record on recycling and should be exempt from any deposit scheme that emerges from a current Government consultation – this is the key message from the British Beer & Pub Association in its response to the Defra call-for-evidence on the issue. The BBPA believes that on current evidence, a universal deposit scheme on all beverage … [Read more...]
Brakspear acquires Bicester pub for managed estate
Pub operator and brewer Brakspear has purchased a pub in Wendlebury, just outside Bicester, as the 11th pub in its growing managed estate. The Lion is a 190-cover, food-led pub with 13 bedrooms under construction, due to open in March next year. The Lion was purchased from Sarah and Kerr Robinson-Smith, who have built the pub's reputation for quality food, served in an … [Read more...]
Floating restaurant and bar, Darcie and May Green, now officially open in Paddington Central
Award-winning Australian restaurant group, Daisy Green Collection, is excited to announce that its two dazzling city barges, Darcie and May Green, are now officially open to the public. Situated directly outside Paddington Station, in an unparalleled West-London water-top setting on the Grand Union Canal, the two gigantic boats boast an eye-catching exterior, designed by … [Read more...]