A group of chefs were given a rare opportunity to cook together, swap ideas and network at London Kitchen Social’s first event, held in North London. The chefs, from London, Surrey and the South East, abandoned their own kitchens for the day to cook three unique signature dishes each – which were then photographed by London Kitchen Social’s founder, Majella O’Connell. In … [Read more...]
New Opening: Patty & Bun Borough High Street
Opening a stones throw away from their bakers Bread Ahead, as they join London’s iconic foodie hub! The new Borough High Street spot will be Patty & Bun’s 10th site and is set over two floors, offering an exclusive breakfast menu (that they’ve been beavering away at perfecting for a while), as well as an open kitchen, 50 seats and bar & milkshake offering. Owner Joe … [Read more...]
Wilson Vale reports robust financial year end results
Wilson Vale’s audited year-end financial results for December 2017 show that the independent caterer’s turnover was up by 20 per cent, moving it beyond £30 million for the first time. In terms of contract gains, Wilson Vale added eight additional contracts to its portfolio throughout 2017, including several extensions to existing business. Andrew Wilson, co-founder of … [Read more...]
Welcome Break CEO steps down to take new role at restaurant group
Rod McKie will step down from his role as CEO of Welcome Break at the end of May 2018. He will take up a new position as worldwide Chief Executive Officer of restaurant group Sticks ’n’ Sushi in July, whilst also retaining a non-executive Director role at Welcome Break with effect from June 2018. Rod McKie said: “I have enjoyed a wonderful 15 years at Welcome Break, but … [Read more...]
Oxford students gain access to renowned chefs and food writers
The Oxford School of Hospitality Management has this year continued its long association with the prestigious FT Weekend Oxford Literary Festival, through which it delivers outstanding learning experiences for students. The School works in partnership with The Oxford Cultural Collective, a cultural institute that stages the food-related events at this international … [Read more...]