The Carnegie Club at Skibo Castle, the private members club in the Scottish Highlands, has announced the appointment of Philippe Requin as its new Managing Director. The retiring Managing Director, Peter Crome, will be taking up the position of Chairman continuing his association with the world famous property. Philippe Requin is highly respected in the industry having … [Read more...]
UK’s top 10 fish and chip restaurants announced
The UK’s top 10 fish and chip restaurants have been announced today (Tuesday 18 October) by the 2017 National Fish & Chip Awards, organised by Seafish. Shortlisted as part of the awards which are widely considered as the ‘Oscars’ of the fish frying industry, the 10 businesses will now compete for the Independent Fish and Chip Restaurant of the Year Award and aim to … [Read more...]
‘Christmastime is here again’ at Blakes Restaurant
Blakes Restaurant is getting into the seasonal spirit with its Festive Lunch & Dinner. The popular Beatles inspired venue, nestled within the award-winning Hard Days Night Hotel, has devised a menu with traditional Christmas dining in mind. Available between November 21 and December 24, the two and three course variations combine a series of family favourites infused … [Read more...]
The Queens Arms retains two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence
For the 2016-2017 year, The Queens Arms in Corton Denham, Somerset, has retained its two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence. Renowned for measuring its food in metres, not miles, with much of the restaurant’s produce coming from its own kitchen garden and smallholding, The Queens Arms has been recognised as achieving excellent standards across the board, from consistency and … [Read more...]
Bonny Porter opens Company Below Bar
This week, basement bar Company Below in Soho will be transformed into a botanical drinking den. Founder Bonny Porter and her team have developed a menu of herbal cocktails and deep-fried bao for the hidden space, tucked away beneath Greek Street. A brand new cocktail list will make use of house infused spirits, unusual liqueurs and natural ingredients such as, ‘Smoke … [Read more...]