Pressure is mounting on the UK's Bocuse d'Or candidate Adam Bennett to lead the country to success as the date approaches for the final of the international competition.
Punch Taverns is continuing with its pub disposal programme after putting 65 sites across the country up for sale through specialist property agent Christie & Co.
Budget hotel chain Travelodge has unveiled former Hilton Group deputy chief executive Brian Wallace as its new chairman ahead of a busy period for the company which is planning a major room refurb programme.
Tom Sellers, the 25-year-old British chef who has racked up experience working with Tom Aikens, Thomas Keller and Rene Redzepi, is set to open his first restaurant on London's Tooley Street next month.
Joule's Brewery is planning to open a further six pubs this year and expand the brewery it re-opened in 2010 after receiving a funding boost of £1m from the Co-operative Bank.
Premium mineral water brand Speyside Glenlivet has unveiled a new look and extended range as it announces Michelin-starred chef Tom Kitchin as its new ambassador.
Restaurant operators have become 'resigned' to the economic downturn and are focusing on survival rather than growth but 2013 could be the year that changes, according to foodservice consultancy Horizons.