Leading national waste management company Biffa has launched a new nationwide Food Waste Collection service for SMEs in the catering industry. Restaurants, bars, pubs, hotels and fast food restaurants look set to benefit from the new service which is now available across 22 areas of the UK. Conversion to energy From just £7 per lift, small businesses in these areas can … [Read more...]
The Ledbury tops London’s Ultimate Restaurant Top 10
The Ledbury, the 2 Michelin star, Notting Hill restaurant is not short of awards, but it’s just added yet another trophy – topping the All in One Ultimate Restaurant List for the fourth time in succession. When presented with the award, head chef Brett Graham hinted at the keys to The Ledbury's success: “We constantly focus on the customer and push to improve in all areas.” … [Read more...]
The Idle Rocks appoints Guy Owen as Head Chef
David and Karen Richards, owners of top luxury British retreat The Idle Rocks, have appointed Guy Owen as Head Chef, effective 7th July 2015. Guy will introduce a menu championing Cornish food, working with local fishermen, greengrocers and sourcing the best meat from the West Country. By taking advantage of the local waters, Guy will showcase not only the fish and shellfish … [Read more...]
Taittinger Prix Culinaire International – judges announced, entries by 7 August
Champagne Taittinger has announced the complete judging panel for their Prix Culinaire International competition 2015. Led by UK Presidential Judge, Michel Roux Jr, he will be joined by ten top chefs including Simon Hulstone from The Elephant Restaurant, Torquay; John Williams from The Ritz London; Roux at Parliament Square’s Steve Groves; Rachel Humphrey from Le Gavroche; … [Read more...]
Real Jerk Jamaican dining experience for London
Launching in early September 2015, Rudie’s, is an exciting and unique casual dining restaurant in Dalston that will provide customers with a truly authentic taste of the very best of Jamaica. A sharing style menu featuring “real jerk” dishes alongside innovative small plates inspired by traditional Jamaican cooking, presented with a contemporary twist, along with expertly … [Read more...]