TriSpan acquires majority stake in Pho
TriSpan has acquired a significant majority stake in Vietnamese restaurant group Pho.
Archives for August 2, 2021
Adam Byatt: "I’m proud of the journey we have taken"
The highly-respected chef patron of Trinity reflects on 15 years of the Clapham restaurant and how operational changes made during the pandemic have revolutionised the business.
Johnnie Walker to launch huge food and drink destination in Edinburgh
Johnnie Walker is to open a huge, multifaceted food and drink destination on Princes Street in Edinburgh next month.
Generation next
He who dares - Robbie Lorraine on his nostalgic restaurant concept Only Food and Courses
The idea may invite cynicism, but chef Robbie Lorraine hopes his 80s and 90s-themed fine dining concept can break down barriers with its cheeky twists on classic British cuisine.
Building back better - what next for Byron?
After a difficult five years, Byron is back on the expansion trail and determined to reclaim its stake in the better burger market. Can a group that’s fallen so far from grace ever get back on top?
NoshyCircle acquires rival GRUBie
NoshyCircle has acquired rival home-cooked food delivery platform GRUBie.
Restaurant Radar: August 2021
This month's upcoming openings include the DC-inspired, multi-faceted restaurant and bar venue Park Row; José Pizarro's 'first foray' into central London; and Amsterdam-based group The Seafood Bar's UK debut.
Canadian-inspired brunch restaurant and wine bar to open in Parsons Green
A new brunch restaurant and wine bar that takes it cues from the Canadian West Coast will launch on New Kings Road in London's Parsons Green next month.
Coming of age: Ben Murphy on making new moves at Launceston Place
Recently promoted to chef-patron, the D&D London-employed chef has ditched the gimmicks at his Kensington restaurant and is pushing hard for a Michelin star.
Restaurant and delivery groups join Government initiative to help drive vaccine uptake
Restaurant and delivery groups including Pizza Pilgrims, Deliveroo and Uber Eats are taking part in a Government initiative to further drive Covid-19 vaccine uptake in young people.
Trading remains 'well below' pre-Covid levels as consumers exercise caution
Just over half of consumers have returned to hospitality venues since ‘Freedom Day’, new research from CGA reveals, with trading still 'well below' pre-Covid levels.
Chick magnate: Angelo Sato on the art of yakitori
Japanese-born chef Angelo Sato is wowing Soho by fusing traditional yakitori technique learnt in Tokyo with experience working at some of the world’s best restaurants.