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Coravin introduces new Pivot system
Innovative wine preservation system Coravin has introduced a new series to its range named Pivot, designed to be an easy solution for “casual wine enthusiasts” to preserve their everyday wine for up to four weeks.
MPs vote in favour of motion to create Hospitality Minister
MPs have voted in favour of a motion to create a Minister for Hospitality after the ‘Seat At The Table’ petition, founded by journalist Claire Bosi, gained over 200,000 signatures.
Sandro Bottega releases Prosecco cookbook
Leading Prosecco producer Sandro Bottega has released a cookbook featuring 100 different recipes that pair well with the Italian sparkling wine.
Teen charged with murder of restaurateur
A 17-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of Brighton-based restaurateur Susan Addis.
Inquiry launched into ‘devastating impact’ of Covid-19 on British nightlife
The newly-formed All-Party Parliamentary Group for the night time economy has launched an inquiry into “the devastating impact” of Covid-19 on British nightlife.
Amuse-bouches: The latest restaurant news bites
This week in restaurant news: French chef Cyril Lignac prepares to make his London debut, Scottish hospitality reports an 80% reduction in Christmas trading, and a Welsh restaurant stalwart closes its doors for good.
The Michelin Guide Hong Kong Macau 2021 debuts Green Star
The Michelin Guide Hong Kong/Macau 2021 has announced it will now include a new distinction, the Michelin Green Star, to highlight restaurants’ sustainability efforts.
Let beleaguered pubs trade as off-licences, urges CAMRA
With a ban on takeaway alcohol sales imposed on the English hospitality sector, CAMRA is urging the government to save pubs by letting them trade as off-licences.
Pub boss urges government to use his venues as vaccination centres
Dermot King, the CEO of pub group Oakman Inns, has offered to forego his £250,000 government grant if his venues can be used as vaccination centres.
Culinary world pays tribute to Albert Roux
Tributes have been pouring in from the culinary world for chef and restaurateur Albert Roux, who helped introduce the UK to French fine dining, who has died aged 85.