10 London restaurants to look forward to in 2021
While London restaurants remain shuttered, we’ve rounded up 10 new openings we’re looking forward to this year, from seafood sanctum Manzi’s to the Batman-themed Park Row.
Galvin at Windows to close
Mayfair establishment Galvin at Windows, which is located on the 28th floor of the Hilton on Park Lane, is to close after 18 years of business.
Sushisamba opens new cocktail bar in London
The company behind Sushisamba has opened a new cocktail bar in London within the Heron Tower in Bishopsgate called Samba Room.
Squatters move into Gordon Ramsey’s pub
Squatters have moved into the £13m-valued York & Albany pub in London, which is currently owned by chef and TV personality Gordon Ramsey.
Crooked House owners propose rebuilding at new location
The current owners of the demolished Crooked House public house in Staffordshire have applied for it to be rebuilt at another location.
‘Luke Littler effect’ causes pubco to install dartboards
One pubco has decided to put dartboards into 171 pubs after growth in demand following the interest in teenage player Luke Littler.
Why social drinking is integral to a longer life
Social drinking of wine in moderation is critical to the success of the world’s Blue Zones, where the average life expectancy is at its highest. James Evison explores the importance of it to health.
Quarter of hospitality businesses run out of money
A quarter of hospitality businesses have no reserves and almost a third only have three months’ worth of cash according to an alarming new joint survey by the UK’s biggest trade associations representing the sector.
Pints over a tenner in Ireland’s pubs could become the norm
News of a Dublin pub charging over a tenner for pints has sparked fear that more of Ireland’s pubs will raise their prices.
‘Pubs could close’ without alcohol duty cut
A warning has been fired at Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt that many more pubs could close unless he cuts alcohol duty in the forthcoming Budget in March.
Why Damp January should replace Dry January
Many are nearing the end of the period of abstinence known as Dry January, but others have taken a fresh approach to drinking which may be better for long-term health, help the alcohol industry, and the on-trade: Damp January. James Evison investigates.
How darts sensation Luke Littler proves pubs matter
Despite being only 16 years old and unable to buy an alcoholic drink (without a meal), the epic rise of darts player Luke Littler has illustrated the critical role of pubs in the community.
WLC Eats: Alex Dilling at Hotel Café Royal
Douglas Blyde visits Alex Dilling’s establishment at Regent Street’s Hotel Café Royal. While there, he discovers how “perpetually positive” head sommelier Giuseppe Grasso has developed the restaurants list, and finds one dish that evokes “very posh Marmite”.