Restaurant Critic Jay Rayner disputes the ‘bollocks spouted by wine connoisseurs’ and suggests that diners ignore them and buy ‘the cheapest wine on the list’. By the same thought process then we should ignore those restaurant critics that spout utter balderdash about some restaurants and eat McDonald’s or the local kebab shop instead. Or perhaps we should just have the … [Read more...]
Bar + Block Steakhouse to launch in Whiteley
UK hotel, restaurant and coffee shop operator Whitbread, is launching its third Bar + Block Steakhouse in February 2017. The steak-focused all-day casual dining restaurant will launch in the town’s shopping centre; which sees six million annual visitors. The 4,500 square-foot, 177-cover Bar + Block site has been developed by Harrison Design, and will include a central … [Read more...]
TripAdvisor Invests in Social Dining Service EatWith
Social dining service EatWith and travel planning and booking site TripAdvisor today announced that EatWith has raised a new round of funding led by TripAdvisor and with participation from Greylock Partners. The amount of funding will not be disclosed. This latest investment will support EatWith’s global growth and expansion as the company continues its mission of connecting … [Read more...]
New Winter Menu at Hunter 486
As the evenings draw in and the winter chill arrives, Head Chef Gary Durrant at Hunter 486 has devised a new menu celebrating the flavours of winter. This is complemented by an extensive list of wines and Champagnes available by the glass. The new menu features classic British winter warmers and flavours including Smoked Barbary duck breast, celeriac and Braeburn remoulade; … [Read more...]
L’Ortolan retains its Michelin Star once again
We are extremely proud to announce that we have retained our Michelin Star in the 2017 guide, for the fifteenth consecutive year. Owner Peter Newman said: "It is always a nervous wait for the announcement from Michelin and we are all overjoyed that we have once again retained our star. It is a true reflection on our incredibly dedicated team here at L’Ortolan, and we continue … [Read more...]