The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) has today supported the Government’s objective of moving to more frequent revaluations of business rates, to at least a three-yearly process. The call comes in a BBPA submission to the Government’s consultation on the issue. To help make a system of frequent revaluations work better for both pubs and the Government, the BBPA has … [Read more...]
Brazilian Olympic Pop-Up at Bunga Bunga
In honour of the RIO 2016 OLYMPICS this August, Battersea’s hit pizzeria, bar and karaoke venue Bunga Bunga will transform into London’s ultimate Brazilian hub, featuring an exclusive Olympic-themed pop-up upstairs in South American-inspired beach shack Cocobananas. The pop-up will include a Caipirinha bar, a dedicated Olympic-themed cocktail menu, POPS frozen Bellinis, a … [Read more...]
Craft Drinks Delivery Service & Shop Launches in Shoreditch
Launching in Shoreditch on Thursday 14th July, HOPT is a new drinks concept that combines the finest craft beers, boutique spirits and wines with a fast, localised delivery service. Occupying a space in Boxpark on Shoreditch High Street and offering a regularly curated selection, Hopt is perfectly placed to pop into after work for a nice bottle to go with dinner, or at the … [Read more...]
Drake & Morgan acquires Corney & Barrow Bars Limited
It has been announced today that Drake & Morgan, the bar and restaurant group, backed by mid-market private equity firm, Bowmark Capital, has acquired Corney & Barrow Bars Limited for an undisclosed sum. Corney & Barrow Bars launched as a City-based collection of premium wine bars in 1983. The group operates 11 bars – ten under the C&B name and the … [Read more...]
The perfect summer party raises over £3,300 for children’s charity
It’s 8.45 am Saturday 11th June and the phone goes, Chef Thomas Leatherbarrow has arrived to continue prep for the first H&C News Summer Supper Club Charity Party. The day has arrived and yes continue prep, we have 35 guests arriving at 7.15 pm and they’re all expecting to be fed and watered well. The previous day two Chefs had both spent 6 hours on prep and there’s still … [Read more...]