Hundreds of jobs at risk in TGI Fridays pre-pack administration plan
TGI Fridays could close around 20 restaurants, almost halving its estate, as part of its pre-pack administration plans.
Archives for January 5, 2026
Flash-grilled: Mary-Ellen McTague
The high-profile chef behind Pip at Treehouse Hotel Manchester on arrogance, The French Laundry and Mr Kipling’s French Fancies.
The Crusting Pipe pulls the cork after more than four decades of service
One of London’s longest-running wine bars quietly closed its doors just days before Christmas after 45 years.
Updown’s Ruth Leigh and Oli Brown to launch Rome-inspired cocktail bar
The founders of Kent hotel and restaurant Updown are set to launch a Rome-inspired cocktail bar later this month.
Mark Sargeant launches Sunday roast delivery service
Former Gordon Ramsay at Claridge’s and Restaurant MS chef Mark Sargeant has launched a local service where he will cook and deliver Sunday roasts across some parts of Kent.
Jamie’s Italian could open up to 40 UK sites over the next decade
The group behind the revival of Jamie’s Italian in the UK says that it could open up to 40 sites of the brand over the next decade.
Marcus Wareing and Steve Munkley recognised in New Year’s Honours list
MasterChef’s Marcus Wareing and Steve Munkley are among the hospitality professionals recognised in the 2025 New Year’s Honours list.
Top New York chef Jody Williams to relaunch Buvette in new location
High-profile New York chef and restaurateur Jody Williams is set to bring her New York-founded restaurant Buvette back to London this spring.
Tom Cenci steps down as executive chef of Maslow’s
Tom Cenci has stepped down from his role as executive chef of Maslow’s, the group behind central London restaurants Nessa, Yasmin and Mortimer House Kitchen.
Drinks rethink: What restaurants can learn from Dry January
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Research shows mindful drinking is prevalent not only in January – it’s becoming a year-round trend. How are operators harnessing a cultural shift to deliver exceptional guest experiences while driving spend?