Liz Cottam’s ‘gastrobar’ Emba to close
Liz Cottam has announced that her Leeds ‘gastrobar’ Emba will close this spring.
Archives for February 6, 2026
Friday five: the week’s top stories
The announcement of 37 new Bib Gourmands and the Beckford Group’s new acquisition are among this week’s top news stories.
Latest opening: MATER1A
Victor Garvey’s latest project is described as ‘the restaurant he’s always wanted’.
Digbeth Dining Club announces opening date for Dockworks Waterfront
Dockworks Waterfront, the new canalside food and events venue from Digbeth Dining Club (DDC), will open at the end of the month.
London Museum appoints Green & Fortune
Contract caterer Green & Fortune has won a tender to lead hospitality at London Museum, which will reopen towards the end of the year in its new home in Clerkenwell.
Brandon Stephens named Tortilla group CEO
Tortilla founder Brandon Stephens has been appointed group CEO at the California inspired Mexican group, with CEO Andy Naylor stepping down after eight years with the business.