Kitchen

The Restaurant of the Future: eight predictions for the kitchen

26-Apr-2023 By Restaurant

Major shake-ups including advances in robotics, a switch to hydrogen gas and a legal requirement for businesses to limit the amount of waste they create are set to change the way back of house operates over the coming years.

Soaring temperatures see pubs and restaurants announce temporary closures

18-Jul-2022 By James McAllister

Pubs and restaurants across the country have announced they will temporarily close today and tomorrow (18 and 19 July) as UK temperatures are forecast to hit up to 41C.

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.

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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. 

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).

BUSINESS PREVIEW

Mark Sargeant: Duke William pub to be 'accessible to all'

15-Apr-2015 By Emma Eversham

Mark Sargeant is planning for his first pub - The Duke William - to be an accessible and welcoming environment where customers will be able to order 'simple pub food done well' alongside local ales, drinks and bar snacks. 

New venture for The Dairy chef Robin Gill

05-Nov-2014 By James Wallin

Chef Robin Gill has told BigHospitality's sister magazine M&C Report that an open pastry kitchen will be the focal point of his new venture, The Manor.

Equipping your kitchen: a buyer's guide

29-Jan-2014 By Luke Nicholls

How much should I spend? How long should it last? Do I even really need one? These are the questions every chef and restaurant operator will be asking when on the hunt for a new bit of kitchen kit. Here are BigHospitality’s top 15 tips on what to look...

Equipping your kitchen: How to work with the space you've got

28-Jan-2014 By Emma Eversham

In the first of this special feature series, BigHospitality speaks to operators and suppliers to find out how best to equip your restaurant, pub or hotel kitchen, depending on the size you have to work with. 

Young’s re-opens Richmond pub with MasterChef star on-board

07-Nov-2013 By Luke Nicholls

London-based brewer and pub operator Young’s has re-opened its riverside White Hart pub in Barnes following a £500k refurbishment, with a MasterChef finalist at the helm of a new dining room housed within the venue.

Bragard makes premium jacket for female chefs

12-Sep-2013 By Emma Eversham

Kitchenwear brand Bragard has created a deluxe chefs jacket for female chefs to help cater for the growing number of high-profile women working in the industry. 

Electrolux reveals Chef Academy winners

25-Jul-2013 By Emma Eversham

Electrolux has named the three young chefs who have won placements in Michelin-starred kitchens through its Chef Academy following the competition's final earlier this week. 

Burco launches countertop cooking units for versatility, flexibility & cost savings

15-Jul-2013 By Luke Nicholls

Catering equipment manufacturer Burco has launched an innovative ‘Plug and Go’ countertop range of cooking units for chefs looking to make the most of limited kitchen space and reduce overheads. 

Fire-struck Terre à Terre to remain shut for Christmas

14-Nov-2012 By Emma Eversham

Brighton's vegetarian restaurant Terre à Terre, which closed in October after a fire broke out in the kitchen, has been forced to remain shut over Christmas due to 'red tape delays' and a long wait for new equipment. 

Kitchen Equipment: When its time to replace or invest in key items

21-Feb-2012 By Emma Eversham

Installing a completely new kitchen is great if you have the funds and the time to do it, but for many, a dream kitchen can remain just that.

Kitchen Equipment: When it's time to refurbish

20-Feb-2012 By Emma Eversham

Replacing a kitchen is not something you consider every day. When margins are being squeezed in every area of the business it can be hard to see how spending a five or six-figure-sum on new kit will have an immediate effect on your profit margins.

Pearls of Wisdom: Theo Randall

07-Oct-2011 By Stefan Chomka

Theo Randall started his career at The River Cafe where he remained for 17 years. Next month he celebrates the fifth birthday of his restaurant at the InterContinental on London’s Park Lane.

Lancaster London aims to be UK's best banqueting venue after £10m refurb

26-Jul-2011 By Emma Eversham

Lancaster London is aiming to be the best banqueting venue in the UK following a £10m overhaul of its banqueting suites and kitchens.

ASK THE EXPERTS

Health & safety tips for kitchen refurbishment

07-Mar-2011

BigHospitality shares top tips from Mark Harrington, CEO at health and safety consultants Check Safety First, on what you should keep in mind when refurbishing your kitchen so you tick all health and safety boxes.

Gilpin Lodge explain the secret to their success

17-Jul-2007 By Restaurant

A brilliant dinner, good night's sleep and fantastic walk is ;all they do;, say the modest owners of Lakeland Gilpin Lodge The Cunliffes of Gilpin Lodge in Windermere call themselves hoteliers, not restaurateurs. From setting up their ...

Small kitchens can still produce high quality

14-Feb-2007 By Restaurant

You don't need a big kitchen to produce great food, but you do need to be organised. That's the message from chefs who work wonders in small spaces When it comes to kitchens, it's true that size doesn't matter, it's what you do...