As an extension of the popular Sedona range, Villeroy & Boch launch Sedona Function, with the simple addition of soft, harmonious relief lines. The collection of stackable cups , mugs and soup cups as well as plates can be ideally teamed with the original Sedona range, creating a perfect white-on-white table style to accentuate any dish. Contact Villeroy & Boch on 0208 … [Read more...]
Giggling Squid Thai Restaurant set for Henley, and beyond
After opening its first restaurant in 2009 in Hove, Giggling Squid has established a strong reputation for its authentic, rustic and fresh Thai cooking with the emphasis on street food and coastal specialities. The food, described by The Times as “exciting”, is prepared by master Thai chefs using fresh ingredients, sourced locally where available. Giggling Squid will open … [Read more...]
Europe’s pork supply contracting fast: shortages and price rises unavoidable
A world shortage of pork and bacon next year is now unavoidable, says Britain's National Pig Association. But British supermarkets can protect consumers from shortages and steep price rises if they pay Britain's loss-making pig farmers a fair price, to help them remain in production. The same, presumably, applies to the hospitality sector – which will usually not enjoy the … [Read more...]
Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2013 – the official results!
After the ‘leaked’ results (see here), now their confirmation! This year’s guide sees three restaurants promoted from one to two Michelin stars. Sketch, in Mayfair, opened in 2002 and received its first Michelin star in 2005; L’Enclume, in Cartmel also opened in 2002 and was awarded its first Michelin star three years later; while Michael Wignall at the Latymer, … [Read more...]
The power of the online reviewer
SMI – Social Media Influence – reports that yelp recently invited five of its most prolific reviewers (including a teacher, a student and a civil servant) to discuss the growing phenomenon, influence and importance of online reviewing. They agreed the principle elements they look for when reviewing a business are: Originality – if a restaurant style or product idea has … [Read more...]