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Government u-turn on takeaway beers
The Government has decided to extend licensing laws introduced during the Covid-19 pandemic which allows pubs to sell takeaway beers.
NFL legend Tom Brady visits Birmingham boozer
NFL quarterback Tom Brady surprised Birmingham City FC fans at the weekend when he headed to a pub near the club’s St. Andrew’s stadium.
San Antonio Spurs coach obsessed with Château d’Yquem
The producer of the iconic dessert wine recently gifted NBA coach Gregg Popovich a bottle of 1949 d’Yquem, following decades of custom.
Bob Bob Ricard launches Bébé Bob
Bob Bob Ricard, the luxury restaurant chain famous for its “push for Champagne” buttons, has announced that it will be opening a spinoff rotisserie chicken restaurant in Soho.
WLC recommends: The Clove Club, Shoreditch
Douglas Blyde heads inside what was once Shoreditch Town Hall to explore The Clove Club. During his visit, he discovers what wines make head chef Isaac McHale tick and learns how the restaurant is improving its English sparkling offering.
Patty & Bun founder steps into pub sector
Patty & Bun founder Joe Grossmann has moved into the pub sector with the relaunch of south London pub The Watermans Arms.
WLC Eats: Humble Chicken
Douglas Blyde embarks on a beak-to-foot odyssey at Soho spot Humble Chicken to taste for himself whether this poultry-focused restaurant really does rule the roost.
WLC Meets: Charlie Stein, Rick Stein Group director
Rick Stein Group director Charlie Stein tells WLC why he opted to pursue a career in wine while the rest of his family chose cooking, the regions he believes should be on your radar, and what he really thinks about low- and no-alcohol drinks.
Can bad TripAdvisor reviews really shut restaurants?
TripAdvisor ratings for restaurants across the north of England have dropped significantly in recent years, with notable ramifications for these businesses, according to a new report from Dino Social.
Sexy Fish to open in Manchester
Caprice Holdings has announced that it will open a Manchester site of luxury cocktail bar Sexy Fish this autumn.