Living Ventures introduces chef academy for young people in conjunction with the City of Liverpool College Living Ventures in conjunction with The City of Liverpool College is introducing its Chef Academy, an employer-led apprenticeship for young people in Liverpool. Living Ventures currently operates GUSTO, Olive, and The Alchemist in the city. The apprenticeship has … [Read more...]
Brakspear adds Staines pub to managed estate
Pub operator and brewer Brakspear will open its ninth managed pub at the end of November, when the Retreat in Staines transfers across from its tenanted estate following a major refurbishment. The pub, formerly called the Anglers Retreat, is undergoing a redevelopment which will turn it into a stylish but welcoming local offering drinks and dining for residents and workers … [Read more...]
TV Chef Matt Tebbutt Hosts Event at Hilton Bournemouth
Hilton have announced that over 50 of its UK hotels are now certified to the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) chain-of-custody. At an event to raise awareness about sustainably sourced seafood, students from Bournemouth & Poole College teamed up with TV Chef Matt Tebbutt at his Hilton Bournemouth restaurant Schpoons & Forx to serve the best of sustainable British … [Read more...]
Veneta to open in St James’s Market this October
This October, Simon Mullins and Ben Tish of Salt Yard Group will open Veneta in the stunning new St James’s Market, London. Inspired by the timeless magic of Venice, the restaurant will showcase the very best of Venice’s vibrant culinary scene, with a menu that pays homage to the eclectic mix of cultures and cuisines of the city; a drinks list that will feature carefully … [Read more...]
Young’s Pubs celebrate 25 years of the Winter Warmer
It’s that time of year again when The White Cross in Richmond welcomes its annual delivery of Young’s Winter Warmer cask ales with breakfast, beer and a band. On Friday, 28th October, the 25th anniversary of this Young’s tradition, the renowned horse and dray will walk the streets of Richmond before arriving at the pub to mark the start of the morning’s festivities. The … [Read more...]