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Time for a chain reaction?

CVAs offer a lifeline for struggling chains. But, long term, can the very notion of a ‘quality chain’ survive this current casual dining crisis?

The Lowdown: National Steak Day

Next Thursday, 25 April, will be the inaugural National Steak Day, offering 25% off steaks at more than 150 restaurants across the UK.

Latest opening: Lucknow 49

DUM Biryani founder Dhruv Mittal has arrived in Mayfair with Lucknow 49, a restaurant inspired by the northern Indian city that’s close to the Taj Mahal.

UK's largest food hall to open this summer

Market Hall’s flagship West End venue is to open in the summer, and according to the group it will be the largest food hall in the country.

MasterChef winner Natalie Coleman to oversee 'theatrical' London restaurant

MasterChef 2013 winner Natalie Coleman will be overseeing the menu of a new restaurant set to open next to the Old Vic Theatre in early May.

Andrea Reitano: "There are many Italian places in London, but how Italian are they?"

Italian restaurateur Andrea Reitano, owner of Mayfair's Caffé Rei and Osteria Romana in Knightsbridge, returns to London this month with two new restaurants: Santo Mare in Marylebone and Osteria Napoletana in Notting Hill.

Hackney's Rawduck to close due to 'challenging market conditions'

Restaurant and natural wine bar Rawduck in London’s Hackney is to close its doors after five years in its current site.

Loyalty card: how technology can help up your customer marketing game

Securing repeat business is a critical part of running a successful restaurant. While it can be challenging to cut through the digital noise, technology can be a huge asset for savvy operators.

Jason Atherton’s Little Social to relaunch as No.5 Social

Jason Atherton’s Social Company group is to relaunch its Little Social restaurant in Mayfair next month after six years of trading.

Adam Handling relaunches Iron Stag as events space

Adam Handling has closed his Iron Stag bar in Hoxton and converted it in to an events venue.

The secret stagiaire: The Pony and Trap

Josh Eggleton’s progressive country pub hosts our roving trainee chef this month. Within the Michelin-starred Somerset venue he finds a DIY approach to produce and a positive, nurturing atmosphere.

Patty & Bun to launch two spin-off brands

Patty & Bun founder Joe Grossman has created two spin-off brands: a chicken concept called Jefferies and a stripped back burger concept called Smash Patty.

York Roast Co planning crowdfunding campaign

York Roast Co, the restaurant group famous for its Yorkshire Pudding wrap, is planning to launch a crowdfunding campaign to support its growth later this year.

S.Pellegrino launches fourth Young Chef competition

S.Pellegrino has started its search for the next generation of chefs to compete in its Young Chef competition.

Bill's refurb to reach a quarter of its sites by this summer

The Bill’s restaurant group is planning to roll out its refurbishment plan to reach a quarter of its estate by this summer.

Flash-grilled: Mariana Chaves

Born and raised in Rio, pastry chef Mariana Chave attended Le Cordon Bleu prior to a spell with Nuno Mendes. She is currently head pastry chef at Jamie Oliver's Fifteen Cornwall.

Restaurant Eats Out: Chelsea

Restaurant magazine took a group of chefs and operators, some of whom featured on last year's Estrella Damm National Restaurant Awards top 100 list, to explore London's Chelsea for its latest food and drink tour.

Vinoteca to open its first regional site

Wine bar and restaurant group Vinoteca is to open its first regional site in Birmingham City Centre’s Paradise development.

Nobu to open second London hotel in 2020

Nobu Hospitality is returning to the West End for the opening of its second London hotel in spring 2020.

Italian Alley launched in Camden Market

Camden Market owner LabTech has launched a hub promoting contemporary Italian cuisine, housed inside five restored railway arches behind the recently restored Triangle district.

Michael Thompson named as Cub head chef

Former Fodder chef Michael Thompson is to take the reins of the kitchen at Douglas McMaster and Ryan Chetiyawardana’s Hoxton restaurant Cub.

Tracey Matthews: “Restaurant groups aren’t strategic enough when it comes to HR”

The former Gaucho COO and restaurant HR guru is now overseeing the rollout of upmarket home counties steak restaurant brand Prime.

Shortlist revealed for 2019 Estrella Damm National Restaurant Awards

Restaurant magazine has announced the shortlist for the 2019 Estrella Damm National Restaurant Awards, which are being held at London’s The Hurlingham Club on Monday 10 June.

Latest opening: Santo Mare

Italian restaurateur Andrea Reitano, owner of Mayfair's Caffé Rei and Osteria Romana in Knightsbridge, returns to London with pricey premium seafood restaurant Santo Mare.

Shaun Presland to open his first UK restaurant

Australian chef Shaun Presland is to launch his first permanent solo venture in the UK.

Rosa’s Thai Cafe to open second regional location

Thai restaurant group Rosa’s Thai Cafe is to open its second location outside of London following the launch of its Liverpool restaurant in February.

Cornerstone's Tom Brown on his first year flying solo

Tom Brown’s debut restaurant Cornerstone, in Hackney Wick, celebrates its first birthday on 24 April. Here, the Nathan Outlaw protégé lifts the lid on his first year flying solo.

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