Great British Chefs has secured £1.5 million in funding from Bestport Ventures LLP, reinvestment from current shareholders and a number of high net worth individuals. The Board and Management team, led by CEO Ollie Lloyd, have also invested in the business as part of this fundraising. Ollie Lloyd commented, “This funding round will enable us to accelerate the expansion of … [Read more...]
Sold out Casual Dining show confirms exhibitor line-up for 2015
With all stand space now sold, Casual Dining 2015 – the award winning trade event for the UK’s £7bn casual dining pub, bar and restaurant market – will feature over 150 sector leading exhibitors when it returns to the Business Design Centre, in London, next week on 25-26 February. Showcasing a vibrant choice of food and drink, equipment, interior design, furniture, … [Read more...]
The Ivy Chelsea Garden to open March
Due to open on 30 March 2015, The Ivy Chelsea Garden promises to combine approachable sophistication and familiar luxury with an underlying feeling of glamour and theatre. Situated on the King’s Road, it will offer easy access all day long – over half the tables are available to “walk-ins”. The iconic Grade II listed building that houses the restaurant is owned by Martin’s … [Read more...]
Trattoria 51 launches gluten free for 95% of its menu
Trattoria 51, located on Old Hall Street in Liverpool, has responded to customer demand by introducing a wider range of coeliac choices. Having built on 13 years of food intolerance research, restaurateur Attilio Sergi has adopted a unique approach to providing ‘flavoursome favourites’ that meet coeliac needs. He said: “Gone are the days when gluten free food has to taste … [Read more...]
McDonald’s UK announces new Managing Director
McDonald’s UK has promoted Chief Financial Officer, Paul Pomroy, to Managing Director of McDonald’s UK, with immediate effect. Paul will assume leadership of the UK business, reporting into Jill McDonald, North West Division President and Chief Executive Officer, McDonald’s UK. Paul joined McDonald’s in 1996 as a Real Estate Analyst, before holding a number of roles in the … [Read more...]