The world’s most innovative and exciting chocolatiers from across the globe were celebrated at a glittering party held at Claridges Hotel, London, on Wednesday 25th July. One producer, Canada based Qantu Chocolate, achieved double success in the prestigious Golden Bean category. Its Chuncho 70% and Morropon 70% bars, using rare beans from Peru, were tied at the end of the … [Read more...]
Dale Sutton appointed Head Chef of Frenchie Covent Garden
28-year-old Dale Sutton begins his role as head chef at Frenchie Covent Garden this month. The chef arrives from Paris, where he spent 3 years as executive Group Sous Chef in Paris looking after all three Frenchie sites on Rue du Nil (Frenchie restaurant, Frenchie Wine Bar and Frenchie To Go). Prior to joining the Frenchie empire, Australian-born Dale spent a year at David … [Read more...]
Caffè Nero announces 2.5% Like for Like sales growth for 12 months ending May 2018
Caffè Nero Group today announced positive 2.5% Like for Like sales growth for the 12 months ending 31st May 2018, with group sales increasing by 10%. The results for the year marks 82 consecutive quarters of positive like for like sales growth and EBITDA growth for the group. Over the same time period, Caffè Nero opened an additional 75 stores worldwide, with 35 new stores … [Read more...]
Leading Scottish food research hub, Edinburgh food studio, set to launch restaurant
Globally renowned food research hub – Edinburgh Food Studio – today announces the launch of its restaurant, set to open its doors on Thursday 2nd August. Open to the public five days a week for brunch, lunch and dinner, Edinburgh Food Studio will offer guests a set tasting menu for dinner, featuring highlights such as North Uist Crab, Barra Cockles and Luing beef, aged on … [Read more...]
St Andrews Brewing Co. exceeds crowdfunding target
Leading Fife brewery St Andrews Brewing Co. has exceeded its crowdfunding target of £400k and is continuing to accept investment to increase beer production to meet export demand and supply their growing estate of bars. Owner Tim Butler said: “It’s great to see such a strong start to our crowdfunding campaign. We have a very ambitious growth curve and would love to reach … [Read more...]