Amuse-bouches: The latest restaurant news bites

In restaurant news this week: Dining out in the UK is predicted to fall by over a third in September, London wine bar Top Cuvée gets ready to open a shop, and a MasterChef: The Professionals finalist prepares to open a West African restaurant in October. 

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New scores for 2020 to be published in May

Introducing the top 50 most powerful sommeliers in London: 2019

London is home to a remarkable pool of talented wine personalities who are devoted to helping diners enjoy the diverse world of wine and have a good time too. Here, Patrick Schmitt MW introduces the WLC Top 50 Most Powerful Sommeliers in London 2019.

The Good Food Guide reveals top 50 UK restaurants

The Good Food Guide, published by Waitrose and partners, has released its list of the top 50 restaurants in the UK with a total of 14 from London, including the first restaurant to win top marks with its debut in the guide.