It’s official: consumers in the UK have developed a growing appetite for fast (quick service) food. The latest data from independent foodservice research agency NPD Group shows that over half of all meals eaten out of the home are now bought from fast food restaurants. When it comes to visiting restaurants, NPD’s data reveals a trend of changing habits among British … [Read more...]
Antonio Carluccio becomes Chef Ambassador
The Clink Charity and Restaurant is thrilled to announce culinary legend, Antonio Carluccio as the most recently appointed Chef Ambassador, joining fellow Italian gastronome, Giorgio Locatelli, for the next three years. The Clink Restaurant, situated within H.M.P. High Down estate in Surrey is the first and only commercial restaurant to be built inside a working British … [Read more...]
Madonna inspires the Edward and Wallis Cocktail
Boyds Brasserie, situated in Northumberland House, a Grade II listed building just off Trafalgar Square, has recreated a cocktail designed by the “playboy” Prince of Wales (King Edward VII). The “Edward and Wallis” cocktail celebrates Boyds Brasserie’s connection to Madonna’s “W.E.” film, which launches in cinemas nationwide on Friday 20 January 2012. The famous tale of … [Read more...]
Gordon Ramsay to open first Las Vegas restaurant
Paris Las Vegas has announced that Gordon Ramsay will open his first Las Vegas restaurant, Gordon Ramsay Steak, in the spring of 2012 in the heart of the picturesque resort. The new restaurant will replace Les Artistes Steakhouse. Michelin Star Chef Gordon Ramsay, known not only for his refined cuisine, but also his TV personality on several hit programs including … [Read more...]
The UK’s 10 best vegetarian restaurants
Whether you're a strict non-meat eater or just fancy a bit of change, here's MSN Food's list of top places where you can get a decent vegetarian feed. And there's not a nut roast in sight (almost). There was a time when the only option on a restaurant menu for vegetarians was the obligatory nut roast or stuffed red pepper. If they were really lucky they may even have … [Read more...]