Among the 24 participating countries selected for the grand finale of the Bocuse d’Or The United States imposed their supremacy in Lyon after 5 hours and 35 minutes of tests. Created in 1987 by Paul Bocuse, the most prestigious cooking contest in the world celebrated its 30th anniversary this year. Chef Mathew Peters masterfully composed with the two imposed tests: “Bresse … [Read more...]
Hospitality industry pledges to tackle literacy challenge
Leading hospitality businesses have committed to take practical action to tackle the UK’s literacy challenge, improve social mobility and boost the economy by signing the National Literacy Forum’s Vision for Literacy Business Pledge 2017. Now in its second year, the Vision for Literacy Business Pledge has been signed by 50 leading UK businesses, including McDonald’s, Costa … [Read more...]
Chef Adam Handling set to open second The Frog restaurant in Covent Garden
Chef and restaurateur Adam Handling will be opening the second The Frog restaurant, which will be in London’s Covent Garden. Scheduled to open in summer this year, the flagship restaurant will showcase Adam’s distinctive cooking style – combining technical savvy with the best possible produce – with a sizeable open-plan kitchen, and a large private dining room in the … [Read more...]
Chefs celebrated at special graduation ceremony
Renowned chef Monica Galetti recognised shining talent at BaxterStorey’s Chef Academy Graduation this week. A group of 27 chefs celebrated their completion of the hospitality provider’s dedicated Academy, which includes Commis Chef, Chef de Partie and Senior Chef qualifications. The ceremony, which was attended by over 100 guests including BaxterStorey’s Chef Consultants … [Read more...]
Naturally Fast Show tunes at Leon in the West End
Naturally Fast Food chain LEON will be opening its latest London restaurant on Shaftesbury Avenue, in three weeks’ time, with a West End twist. LEON has issued a casting call for the singing stars of tomorrow to work (and sing) at the brand new location, and will train them to start serving customers from Thursday 9th February. Presenter and comedian Alexander Armstrong (BBC … [Read more...]