Kitchen

Prue Leith to advise on hospital food review

23-Aug-2019 By James McAllister

Great British Bake Off judge and restaurateur Prue Leith is to advise on a review announced by the government today (23 August) into hospital food.

The Lowdown: how hot is too hot in kitchens?

25-Jul-2019 By James McAllister

The Drapers Arms in Islington has announced it will close its kitchen today (25 July) as temperatures of up to 39°C in southern and eastern England are forecast.

New report reveals four in five chefs have suffered from poor mental health

13-May-2019 By Joe Lutrario

A survey of UK chefs has found that 81% have experienced poor mental health during their careers and that nearly half believe that not enough is being done to support their mental wellbeing in the workplace.

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Niall by mouth: how Whatley Manor's executive chef is modernising country house hotel dining

01-May-2019 By Joe Lutrario

Employed as executive chef at just 25, Niall Keating has had a job on his hands updating Whatley Manor’s classic country house hotel dining offer, but a special award from Michelin and a shiny new kitchen has helped keep this talented chef on track.

Taster launches in London following successful trial

29-Mar-2019 By James McAllister

Taster, the delivery-only kitchen concept founded by former Deliveroo executive Anton Soulier, is to launch in London following a three-month trial in Hackney.

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How to kit out and manage your kitchen

05-Feb-2019 By Restaurant magazine

The kitchen is the engine room of any restaurant, so it’s essential you kit it out and run it correctly.

Asimakis Chaniotis to ban swearing at 'new era' Pied à Terre

06-Oct-2017 By Sophie Witts

Asimakis Chaniotis has been named as the new head chef at Michelin-starred Pied à Terre ahead of a ‘new era’ for the restaurant that will include a ban on swearing.

Henry Harris to open three London pubs with Holborn Leisure

05-Oct-2017 By Georgia Bronte

Former Racine chef patron Henry Harris is teaming up with recently launched pub company Holborn Leisure to open three pubs across the capital this winter.

Former Racine chef Henry Harris on his plans for The Truscott Arms

14-Aug-2017 By Joe Lutrario

The former chef-patron of one of London’s most sorely missed French restaurants – Racine in West London - is to oversee the return of The Truscott Arms in Maida Vale. Harris has been employed by the (as yet unnamed) company behind the relaunch as chef...

Meet the chef who genuinely wants customer feedback

07-Jul-2017 By Stefan Chomka

Many people will be familiar with the following situation: after a long lunch or dinner in a restaurant, where you have been served a procession of small dishes, the chef magnanimously comes out and walks the room speaking to diners about their meal. 

Adam Simmonds set for year-long Soho pop-up

20-Apr-2017 By Sophie Witts

Chef Adam Simmonds is to launch a 12-month pop-up in Soho prior to opening his first solo London restaurant next year.

Deliciously Ella and MaE Deli group launches third site The Kitchen Counter

05-Apr-2017 By Hannah Thompson

The Kitchen Counter, from wellness blogger and entrepreneur Ella Mills of Deliciously Ella and the MaE Deli, is to be the group's third site when it opens in London's Herne Hill this Easter. 

Flagship Brasserie Blanc to be refurbished

29-Jan-2016 By Liam Garrahan

Brasserie Blanc, the 17-strong French restaurant chain led by celebrity chef Raymond Blanc, has announced that its flagship restaurant and bar on London’s Southbank will be renovated.

Pantry dining brand Jack and Alice plans permanent sites

27-Jul-2015 By Emma Eversham

The team behind pantry dining concept Jack and Alice is planning to open two permanent sites this year following an eight-week trial of a 'pop-in' on Fitzrovia's Foley Street.

Holographic receptionist among innovations at COSMO's new £2m flagship Nottingham site

23-Apr-2015 By Sophie Witts

Multi-cuisine buffet chain COSMO has launched its new £2m flagship site in Nottingham this week (21 April).