Change

Matsuri St James's closes after 23 years

14-Nov-2016 By Sophie Witts

Japanese restaurant Matsuri St James’s has closed its doors in London after 23 years of trading.

Victor Garvey changes Duende to Encant ahead of expansion

27-Oct-2016 By Emma Eversham

Victor Garvey is changing the name of his Spanish restaurant Duende to Encant ahead of the opening of a second site next year.  

Government to probe rights of ‘gig economy’ staff

27-Oct-2016 By Sophie Witts

The rights of ‘on-demand’ workers such as Deliveroo drivers are to be reviewed as part of a new Government low pay inquiry.

Sat Bains with Rooms to switch to a four-day week

17-Jul-2015 By Liam Garrahan

Nottingham’s Sat Bains with Rooms restaurant is to switch to a four-day working week from November onwards.

SMALL TALK

John Metcalf of Strada on challenging customer perceptions of the chain

19-Jun-2015 By Sophie Witts

Following its sale by Tragus Group to Sun Capital Partners in 2014 for £37m, the Strada restaurant group is looking to considerably up its game. John Metcalf, the brand’s new commercial director, spoke to BigHospitality about overhauling the menu and...

Tom Kerridge: 'It’s not about success, it’s about getting better every day'

13-Oct-2014 By Carina Perkins

In an exclusive interview with BigHospitality at the Restaurant Show, Tom Kerridge explained why he believes pubs need to change and revealed the secrets behind his success at the Hand & Flowers.

BAHA changes name to HOSPA

13-Jun-2011 By Lorraine Heller

BAHA, the British Association of Hospitality Accountants, will be rebranding to reflect the changing nature of financial management in the hospitality industry.