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Bars that stock more non-alcoholic drinks could reduce alcohol consumption
People are more likely to choose a non-alcoholic drink if there are more options available in bars, according to new research.
Gordon Ramsay expects to suffer ‘substantial losses’
Chef and restaurateur Gordon Ramsay said he expects there will be “substantial losses” next year, but nevertheless remains “optimistic” about the future.
Wine and spirits suppliers hopeful as US restaurants reopen
In spite of late invoices, importers and distributors plan to partner in getting the critical, but severely wounded, wine market back on its feet.
Caprice Holdings’ restaurants ‘can survive for a year’
Caprice Holdings, owner of The Ivy Collection and Sexy Fish, has said that it can meet liabilities for “at least 12 months”, but may require additional support from chairman Richard Caring.
UK government’s discretionary fund ‘not enough’ to save hospitality groups
The UK government’s new plans to support small businesses such as bars, restaurants and pubs during lockdown don’t go far enough, according to campaigners.
22% of people would return to restaurants when they reopen
After reports in the UK that re-opening restaurants too early would be “counterproductive”, the latest data in the US shows that only 22% of people would return to such establishments as soon as business resumes.
Top restaurateurs argue re-opening early could be ‘counterproductive’
A letter addressed to cabinet ministers and signed by some of the UK’s top restaurateurs has warned that opening restaurants too early may be “counterproductive” and cause many businesses to fail.
Ed Sheeran launches ‘supermarket’ wine club
Ed Sheeran has launched a weekly wine club through his London restaurant Bertie Blossoms on Portobello Road flagging up top supermarket drops.
Social distancing could preclude foot-treading for Port
Highlighting one of the many unintended consequences of Covid-19 control, CEO of The Fladgate Partnership, Adrian Bridge, said that social distancing measures could preclude the foot-treading of grapes for vintage Port production.
Campari creates relief fund for hospitality industry
Campari UK has launched the Shaken Not Broken Fund to provide support for frontline workers in the hospitality industry during the coronavirus pandemic.