The BBPA has today welcomed the proposal contained in a report from think tank Policy Exchange for an extension of the Youth Mobility Scheme. The Youth Mobility Scheme is for young people who want to live, work and travel in the United Kingdom for a period of up to two years. It is only open to countries which have a reciprocal agreement with the UK, which are mainly in the … [Read more...]
Uk top chefs heads to Asia to boost trade
Top chefs Tom Aikens, Isaac McHale and Andrew Wong are joining forces to promote the very best of British culinary excellence at the GREAT Festival of Innovation, taking place in Hong Kong at the end of March. The trio will be wowing guests with a selection of dishes during dinners and showcases taking place over the four-day Festival – created by the Government’s Department … [Read more...]
Chef Bryn Williams to open new veg-centric restaurant at Somerset House
In Spring 2018, celebrated Welsh chef Bryn Williams is set to open his first London restaurant in a decade, located in the renowned arts and cultural centre, Somerset House. Bryn Williams at Somerset House will offer modern British dining, serving seasonal dishes where – although not necessarily vegetarian – the fruit and vegetable components will always take centre stage. … [Read more...]
Company Voluntary Agreement approved
Byron Hamburgers Limited (“Byron”) is pleased to announce that the Company Voluntary Agreement (“CVA”) proposal has been overwhelmingly approved by our creditors, with 99% voting in favour of the agreement. Simon Cope, CEO of Byron, said: “We are very pleased to have such strong support from our creditors. Our landlords have been both understanding and positive throughout … [Read more...]
Chef returns to Notting Hill, joining neighbourhood restaurant Pomona’s
Chef Wolfe Conyngham has returned to Notting Hill to take over the kitchen at Pomona’s with a new menu that focuses on freshness, sustainability and locally-sourced food. Wolfe Conyngham graduated from Leith’s Cookery School, going on to work as Head Chef in his family home of Slane Castle, Ireland. He went on to open his restaurant Wolfe in Notting Hill before selling and … [Read more...]