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W(h)ither Britain’s pubs?
Is coronavirus killing the British pub? On 16 March 2020 Boris Johnson advised the public to “avoid” them and since then we have faced three national lockdowns when patrons had no choice but to follow the Prime Minister’s stricture.
Government extends council lockdown powers
The government has extended English councils’ powers to close hospitality outlets not obeying Covid-19 regulations until 17 July.
Amuse-bouches: The latest restaurant news bites
In restaurant news this week: the UK government plans to discuss further restrictions with hospitality leaders, a new meal kit platform prepares to launch, and chef Jack Stein renews his partnership with St Austell.
Biden their time: Belgian bar lifts boycott on American whiskey
A Belgian bar that made headlines worldwide after boycotting American whiskey and Coca-Cola has announced that it will lift the ban now Donald Trump is no longer president.
9,930 licensed premises lost in UK last year
The coronavirus pandemic led to the permanent closure of 9,930 licensed premises last year, according to a recent report from CGA and AlixPartners.
HK cocktail bars offer lunch amid fourth pandemic wave
With bars across Hong Kong closed due to the current Covid-19 restrictions in the territory, some cocktail bars have started serving food instead.
Hospitality for Heroes launches cookbook
Hospitality for Heroes, a not-for-profit initiative that has provided over 100,000 meals for the NHS since the start of the pandemic, has launched a cookbook.
Man arrested after trying to steal floating bar
A drunk man was arrested in Florida for stealing a floating tiki bar after he was found slumped over the wheel off the Florida coast.
New Julia Child TV series to be screened
HBO Max has commissioned a new television series on the life of acclaimed American cook and author Julia Child, starring Sarah Lancashire and David Hyde Pierce.
Angelus restaurant gains Michelin star
The L’Observatoire restaurant owned by Saint-Emilion grand cru Angelus has been awarded it first Michelin star, a mere three months after opening during the height of last year’s pandemic.
‘Moral victory’ for UK hospitality sector with BI insurance test case
In what is being declared as a “moral victory” for the hospitality sector, a UK Supreme Court judgment announced on Friday has instructed insurers to pay out on business interruption insurance to help cover losses caused by the pandemic.