The Stafford London will be launching its first independent restaurant project this summer under the direction of The Stafford’s Culinary Director Ben Tish. Norma will be inspired by the food and culture of Sicily with particular emphasis on the Moorish influences on the Island’s cuisine. Norma will be contemporary and provocative, whilst embodying the … [Read more...]
Travelodge survey shows ‘Eastercation’ to give UK a £36 billion boost
The results from a survey conducted by Travelodge with a sample of 1,500 British adults shows that hospitality will be in for an Easter boost. The survey shows that 67% of Britons will shun holidaying abroad and support British tourism this Easter. Due to the uncertainty around Brexit, the number of Britons holidaying at home this Easter has literally doubled with 67% … [Read more...]
Chef Patron Alyn Williams back in London after walking away from The Wild Rabbit in Kingham
Alyn Williams has left The Wild Rabbit in Kingham and returned to London to focus on his London restaurant, Alyn Williams at The Westbury. Speaking of the decision, Alyn Williams commented: “I’m delighted to be back at The Westbury in London full time. I had a brilliant time with the team at The Wild Rabbit and we’ve ended on extremely amicable terms, but … [Read more...]
Kanishka, Atul Kochhar’s latest restaurant opens in Mayfair
Atul Kochhar, the first Indian chef in the world to receive a Michelin star, officially opened Kanishka on Mayfair’s Maddox Street last week. His first venture with Tina English, another recognised innovator of London’s Indian dining scene, Kanishka aims to explore lesser known regions of Indian food, showcasing cuisine from the country’s more remote territories and … [Read more...]
Bartlett Mitchell announce FOODIES Founders’ award winner
Sally Grimes, quality standards manager from Bartlett Mitchell, has been presented with the top prize at the annual ‘Foodies’ awards held in London. Grimes, who is based in the Bartlett Mitchell support office, was named as winner of the Founders’ award for her work in ensuring the company is kept safe and compliant. By using the company’s ‘reduce, recycle … [Read more...]