‘World’s best bar’ heads to London
Punch Room at The London Edition has announced that it will be hosting Barcelona bar Paradiso, which currently sits at number one on the World’s 50 Best Bars list, for two nights.
Lympstone Manor launches first sparkling wine
Lympstone Manor, chef Michael Caines’ Michelin-starred Devon restaurant, hotel and wine estate, has announced the release of its 2020 Classic Cuvée.
Aquavit closes
Aquavit, the Scandinavian-themed restaurant in St. James’s that once held a coveted Michelin Star, has unexpectedly shut.
Hospitality bosses increasingly optimistic, despite challenges
In spite of difficult trading conditions, optimism among leaders in the UK’s hospitality sector continues to rise, according to the new Business Confidence Survey from CGA by NIQ and Fourth.
Leinster Rugby players open Mediterranean-inspired bar
Former Leinster Rugby players Sean O’Brien, Jamie Heaslip, Rob Kearney and Dave Kearney will be tackling the bar business with the opening of Little Lemon in central Dublin.
Vinoteca acquired out of administration
Wine bar group Vinoteca has been purchased out of administration by private equity firm Breal Capital, saving 150 jobs.
Bank holiday boost to beer sales blighted by staff shortages
The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) has estimated that around 57 million pints were poured at UK pubs over the long weekend, but suggested that staff shortages prevented even better sales figures.
Rick Stein Group chef leaves after 25 years
Head chef Stephane Delourme has announced that he is leaving Rick Stein Group after 25 years to undertake a new “gastronomic adventure”.
Tom Kerridge to open Chelsea pub
Chef Tom Kerridge has announced that he will be opening a second Butcher’s Tap & Grill later this year.
Italian government covers €80 dine and dash bill
Italy’s government has paid an Albanian restaurant the cost of a meal after four Italian tourists left without paying.