Hippo Inns, a collection of 12 London pubs founded by Rupert Clevely, announces the appointment of Adrian Laws as its new Operations Director. Adrian joins the group, opening its twelfth site The White Haus in Farringdon next week, after spending over three years as Area Manager of Oakman Inns. Prior to Oakman Inns, Adrian was previously a General Manager at Big Easy and … [Read more...]
NACC members buck Meals on Wheels closures with service provision solutions
The National Association of Care Catering (NACC), in association with the charity Sustain, has today launched a collection of case studies that showcase innovative and alternative solutions to Meals on Wheels provision that have helped sustain the vital service in challenging economic circumstances. Produced for Meals on Wheels Week 2018 held between 5-9 November the … [Read more...]
Silk Rd adds third destination to its culinary trail with new Manchester site
Silk Rd has added a third restaurant to its portfolio as it launches its latest site in Bramhall, Greater Manchester following a six-figure sum investment. After enjoying success in both Wirral and Liverpool, owners of Silk Rd Chris Williams and Javier Mellado opened the new 2,500 sq. ft location on Bramhall Lane South in October 2018. Taking inspiration from the Silk … [Read more...]
Delifonseca to launch Crowdfunding campaign to support expansion plans
Delifonseca is calling on the foodie community in the North West to support its Dockside extension with plans to launch a crowdfunding campaign with a difference. As a long-standing venue and pioneer of Liverpool’s food and drink scene, Delifonseca hopes to raise £150,000 towards its ambitious £500,000 expansion plans that will ensure it remains one of the region’s most … [Read more...]
Bristol restaurants to join forces
Two of Bristol’s leading independent restaurants are set to join forces to bring a new bistro menu to Clifton village. Wellbourne, which is headed up by Michelin trained chef Ross Gibbens, and critically acclaimed neighbourhood stalwart Wallfish Bistro will now become Wallfish & Wellbourne Bistro and operate from Wellbourne’s current site on The Mall. The seasonal … [Read more...]