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Tim Allen, head chef at Launceston Place, has been on our TV screens competing in Great British Menu this week. He discusses the show and his next career move as executive chef of The Wild Rabbit in Kingham.
The boss of JD Wetherspoon has warned that the introduction of the National Living Wage will place added financial pressure on pubs in less affluent areas.
Ossett brewery has launched its third venue in Leeds city centre in the form of Archie’s Bar & Kitchen which as “an equal focus” on fresh food and drinks.
Hotel prices across England and Wales have been blown sky high in the Rugby World Cup’s host cities with Cardiff prices hitting an average of £1018 per night, according to hotel booking website Trivago.
Smoke Barbecue is to open in Leeds in September following a £500k investment, with plans in place for a third site in Glasgow.