Thomas Straker

Thomas Straker acknowledges lack of diversity in his kitchen and pledges to do more

31-Jul-2023 By James McAllister

Thomas Straker has said he’s ‘committed to ensuring diversity’ in his restaurant following criticism online over the lack of both female employees and people of colour in his kitchen.

Thomas Straker to bring his flatbread concept to Arcade Battersea

20-Jul-2023 By Restaurant

Chef Thomas Straker is bringing his flatbread concept to Arcade Battersea when it opens later this month.

The Lowdown: Hot chef summer

13-Jul-2023 By Joe Lutrario

Dishy chefs including The Bear’s Carmen ‘Carmy’ Berzatto and shirtless Swiss pastry chef Cedrik Lorenzen are steaming up our TV and phone screens this summer.

The Estrella Damm National Restaurant Awards: Chef to Watch 2023 shortlist

09-May-2023 By Restaurant

Which up-and-coming chef will be crowned Chef to Watch at this year's awards?

Friday Five: the week's top news

25-Mar-2022 By Joe Lutrario

Our most read news stories this week include Asma Khan's to relocate her Darjeeling Express restaurant for a second time, a disappointing mini-Budget and the full reveal of the brands that will go into JKS Restaurants' Arcade Food Hall.