Latest opening: Island
Chefs Brad Carter and Tom Brown have joined forces to open a refined yet easy going surf and turf restaurant in London’s King’s Cross.
Archives for August 19, 2025
HAM Restaurants promotes Lewis de Haas to group executive chef
HAM Restaurants, the London-based group whose portfolio includes Crispin, Bistro Freddie and the recently opened Canal, has named Lewis de Haas as its first group executive chef.
58% of diners cut back on eating out due to rising costs
More than half of UK diners (58%) say they are cutting back on eating out due to rising inflation and the cost of living, with 44% expecting to reduce restaurant visits further over the next six months.
Brother Marcus takes on former Social Eating House site in Soho for seventh opening
Eastern Mediterranean restaurant group Brother Marcus is taking over the former Social Eating House site in Soho for a new restaurant that will also house its first cocktail bar.
Chef Dom Taylor to close Marvee’s Food Shop after just four months
Chef Dom Taylor will close Marvee’s Food Shop later this month due to ‘unforeseen circumstances’.
Gaucho planning new event pop-ups for Gaucho Go despite closing Boxhall location
Gaucho has closed its first Gaucho Go location in London’s Boxhall City after just three months trading, but says it plans to continue expanding the concept through event pop-ups.
Homeslice CVA approved
The future of London-based pizza group Homeslice has been secured after proposals for a Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) were approved by creditors earlier this month.
Lisboeta to close this month and relaunch as a new dining experience
Nuno Mendes’ Portuguese restaurant Lisboeta will close this month ahead of a refurbishment that will create a ‘brand new dining experience’.