Russell Norman and business partner Richard Beatty will be opening POLPO Exeter at 18 Higher Market Guildhall, Queen Street in March 2017. POLPO originally opened its doors in London’s Soho in September 2009. There have since been seven other branches in London, Bristol and Brighton and the restaurant has won a number of awards including Michelin Guide Bib Gourmands and … [Read more...]
Supercity Aparthotels name Dean Madge as new MD
Serviced apartment specialists, Supercity Aparthotels, appoint Dean Madge as their new Managing Director. He will join senior management as they prepare for expansion, which includes the launch of two new locations in the next 18 months. Dean will be driving the ongoing success and growth of the company and ensuring all aspects of the business are operating effectively. His … [Read more...]
All Star Lanes refit for boutique bowling venue
Innovative design features speakeasy-inspired décor, unique installations from local East London artists and a private room plucked from the Manhattan skyline All Star Lanes, Brick Lane reopens to the public 9th February 2017 All Star Lanes, Brick Lane, is currently undergoing a bold and innovative refurbishment. Re-opening in early February, the boutique bowling venue … [Read more...]
Koh Lounge to become the next concept under the Koh brand
The Koh Group have announced plans to give their extremely popular experiential pop-up Koh Lounge permanent residency in Bournemouth. Koh Lounge looks set to become a new permanent arm to The Koh brand. Drawing on the success of the pop-up previously seen at events such as The Bournemouth Air Show and Christchurch Food Festival, the aura of Koh Lounge will be given residency … [Read more...]
Obsession 17, a snapshot of remarkable global cuisine
“We’ve been working with Electrolux for a number of years, and they were absolutely central to the redevelopment of our main kitchen here at Northcote.” Nigel Howarth, Chef Patron at Northcote Obsession has grown from just four nights in 2001 to seventeen nights and twenty three chefs in 2017. It is a truly special time for the team at Northcote - the buzz around the hotel … [Read more...]