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Alexis Noble to close Wander in November

Alexis Noble to close Wander in November

By James McAllister

Australian-born chef Alexis Noble has announced she will close the current iteration of her Stoke Newington restaurant Wander in November, to spend more time back home with her family.

How I Got Here: Tomer Amedi chef and restaurateur who recently launched Levantine restaurant Pascor in London's Kensington

How I Got Here: Tomer Amedi

By James McAllister

The chef and restaurateur who recently launched Levantine restaurant Pascor in London's Kensington on the sector's multi-sensory power, his love of Lego, and his view on the industry's staffing crisis.

Flash-grilled: Tom Tsappis head chef at Kiliecrankie House in Highland Perthshire, Scotland

Flash-grilled: Tom Tsappis

By James McAllister

The head chef at Kiliecrankie House in Highland Perthshire, Scotland, on his favourite fast food burger, the importance of making time to eat and travel, and a decadent signature dish.

How I Got Here with  Australian chef and restaurateur Scott Hallsworth Freak Scene Souble Dragon

How I Got Here: Scott Hallsworth

By James McAllister

The Australian chef and restaurateur, who previously ran Freak Scene in London's Soho and recently launched Double Dragon on Rosebery Avenue in Clerkenwell, on his colourful career.

Latest opening: Valderrama’s James Cochran sports bar Around the Cluck fried chicken Islington

Latest opening: Valderrama’s

By James McAllister

Chef James Cochran's new neighbourhood-style venue is 'a bar that shows sport, but not a sports bar'.

How I Got Here: André Cointreau CEO and president of Le Cordon Bleu on the French culinary school's recently-launched London restaurant CORD

How I Got Here: André Cointreau

By James McAllister

The CEO and president of Le Cordon Bleu on the French culinary school's recently-launched London restaurant CORD, its global influence, and the rewards of working in hospitality.

Sunday Brunch chef Simon Rimmer to open a second Greens vegetarian restaurant in Sale Manchester

Simon Rimmer to open second Greens in Manchester

By Restaurant

Simon Rimmer and business partner Simon Connolly are opening a second of their Greens restaurant this month as part of ambitious plans to grow their vegetarian restaurant business.

Flash-grilled: Manu Buffara

Flash-grilled: Manu Buffara

By James McAllister

The internationally-acclaimed Brazilian chef, who recently came to the UK to run a residency at Amazonico London, tells us about her career to date.

Only Food and Courses founder Robbie Lorraine to lead the kitchen at Boys Hall

Robbie Lorraine to lead the kitchen at Boys Hall

By James McAllister

Robbie Lorraine, the chef behind nostalgic restaurant Only Food and Courses, is to lead the kitchen at the soon-to-launch Boys Hall restaurant with rooms in Kent.

Flash-grilled with Ben Hobson head chef at Bob Bob Ricard City in London

Flash-grilled: Ben Hobson

By James McAllister

The head chef at Bob Bob Ricard City in London on a troubling Michelin memory, what he'd be doing if he wasn't in kitchens, and his dream dinner party guests.

Clare Smyth's new cookbook Core

Book review: Core

By Stefan Chomka

Clare Smyth's book is fascinating insight into what it takes to be a chef at the very top of their game.

Santiago Lastra named in 50 Next list

Santiago Lastra named in 50 Next list

By James McAllister

Santiago Lastra has been named a 'Hospitality Pioneer' in the second edition of The World's 50 Best group's 50 Next list.

Andrew Sheridan Black & Green restaurant Worcestershire Barnt Green

Latest opening: Black & Green

By Restaurant

Andrew Sheridan’s latest project sees him return to his hometown to open a bijou dining spot.

Flash-grilled: Emilia Strazzanti chef and co-founder of Sicilian ingredient supplier, meal kit and supper club brand Strazzanti

Flash-grilled: Emilia Strazzanti

By James McAllister

The chef and co-founder of Sicilian ingredient supplier, meal kit and supper club brand Strazzanti on her career, from training at culinary school at 16 to running her own business.

How I Got Here: Rosalind Rathouse South African-born founder of London’s Cookery School at Little Portland Street

How I Got Here: Rosalind Rathouse

By James McAllister

The South African-born founder of London’s Cookery School at Little Portland Street on realising her dream of becoming a cook, the need to treat staff fairly, and sustainability.

Labyrinth Waterloo announces F&B offer ALICE’S ADVENTURES UNDERGROUND”, THE ROSARIUM and UNDERLAND

Labyrinth Waterloo announces F&B offer

By James McAllister

Multifaceted theatre venue Labyrinth, which is set to launch within The Sidings development at London Waterloo later this year, will feature a huge restaurant space and Alice in Wonderland-themed bar.

Flash-grilled: Tom De Keyser head chef at The Hand and Flowers Marlow Tom Kerridge

Flash-grilled: Tom De Keyser

By James McAllister

The Hand and Flowers head chef tells us what his favourite food and drink pairing is, what he'd do if he wasn't in kitchens, and his top restaurant meals.

New hospitality appointments in June 2022

People on the move: June 2022

By Restaurant

This month's job news includes a new roles at London's top five-star hotels, steak-focused groups Hawksmoor and Macellaio RC, and Toklas.

Credit: Charlie McKay

Flash-grilled: James Harrison

By James McAllister

The head chef at The Engine Rooms on the Great North Road in London's Finchley on his first industry job, favorite food and drink pairing, and what his signature dish is.

Flash-grilled: Jessica Prealpato  former World’s Best Pastry Chef

Flash-grilled: Jessica Préalpato

By James McAllister

The former World’s Best Pastry Chef, who recently collaborated with The Carlton Tower Jumeirah in London's Knightsbridge to create a 'unique afternoon tea experience', tells us about her career.

New restaurant launches in London and UK June 2022

Restaurant Radar: June 2022

By BigHospiality

Robin Gill's Maria G's, Firebird and Honey & Co's new site on Lamb's Conduit Street are among this month's key restaurant launches.

How I Got Here with Turkish chef Civan Er Yeni Soho

How I Got Here: Civan Er

By James McAllister

The Turkish-born chef behind Yeni in London's Soho on what drew him to restaurants, the importance of travel, and why he wants to abolish allocated time slots.