All news articles for September 2021

Latest opening: Cocotte South Kensington

Latest opening: Cocotte South Kensington

By James McAllister

The French 'farm-to-table' rotisserie brand is continuing to push ahead with steady expansion, launching of its fifth London restaurant in leafy South Kensington.

More London areas opt for continuation of alfresco dining

More London areas opt for continuation of alfresco dining

By Joe Lutrario

Westminster City Council will continue to allow hospitality businesses to setup alfresco dining areas on some streets within Pimlico, Belgravia and Mayfair following an “overwhelming positive” consultation with residents.

Franco Manca and The Real Greek operator Fulham Shore sees trading surpass 2019 levels

Fulham Shore sees trading surpass 2019 levels

By Georgi Gyton

Franco Manca and The Real Greek operator Fulham Shore has seen total revenues reach more than £39m for the half year to 26 September 2021, compared to £36m achieved in the comparable period in 2019.

How I Got Here: Stuart Turner founder of premium Japanese ingredients and produce supplier SushiSushi

How I Got Here: Stuart Turner

By James McAllister

The founder of premium Japanese ingredients and produce supplier SushiSushi on building his business, his eclectic CV, and why he'd like to see restaurants be 'less faddy'.

Katie Exton sommelier Lorne wine restaurant London Victoria

Uncorked: Katie Exton

By Joe Lutrario

The sommelier and restaurateur behind Victoria's Lorne on her list, 1928 Maury and wine's ability to trigger memories.

Bayside Social restaurant Worthing Kenny Tutt new opening

Latest opening: Bayside Social

By Joe Lutrario

MasterChef winner Kenny Tutt has opened a second venture in his hometown of Worthing following the success of his debut restaurant Pitch.

Al Dente pasta restaurant to launch second restaurant, in The City

Al Dente to launch second dine-in site

By Joe Lutrario

Handmade pasta specialist Al Dente has opened a second dine-in site following the success of its original Goodge Street restaurant and dark kitchens business.

Friday five: the week's top news stories

Friday five: the week's top news stories

By Restaurant

This week's main hospitality news stories include Prezzo giving its staff a pay rise, new tipping legislation, and Italian delicatessen and restaurant brand Lina Stores' expansion in London.

Vitelio Reyes executive chef Amazonico

Flash-grilled: Vitelio Reyes

By Joe Lutrario

The Venezuelan-born executive chef of Mayfair's Amazonico on his love of Daniel Humm and his dislike for bananas.

Bibi Indian restaurant Mayfair Chet Sharma

Latest opening: Bibi

By Joe Lutrario

Backed by JKS Restaurants, Chet Sharma’s eagerly awaited debut is a landmark for Subcontinental cuisine in London.

Lina Stores to make City debut on former Kym's site White Rabbit Fund Andrew Wong Bloomberg Arcade

Lina Stores to make City debut on former Kym's site

By James McAllister

London-based Italian delicatessen and pasta restaurant brand Lina Stores is to make its City debut, opening on the Bloomberg Arcade site previously occupied by Andrew Wong's Kym's.

Whitcomb’s French Mediterranean restaurant Leicester Square

Latest opening: Whitcomb’s

By Joe Lutrario

The flagship restaurant of the world’s first ‘super boutique hotel’ offers a luxurious menu of French Mediterranean dishes.

How I Got Here with Duncan Edwards co-founder of Four Hundred Rabbits London-based sourdough pizza brand.

How I Got Here: Duncan Edwards

By James McAllister

The co-founder of Four Hundred Rabbits, which recently launched a new flagship location at Elephant Park in Southwark, on building his London-based sourdough pizza brand.

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