More details released for Jody Williams’ upcoming Buvette
More details have been released for New York-based chef Jody Williams’ upcoming Covent Garden restaurant, Buvette, which opens early next month.
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KERB drives £38.9m in revenue for independent hospitality operators
Independent food traders in KERB’s network generated £38.9m in revenue in 2025 despite mounting pressures on the hospitality sector.
Portfolio to launch ambitious multi-course tasting menu restaurant
The team behind Manchester-based champagne boutique Portfolio is opening a fine dining restaurant at the site next month.
Fordwich Arms duo to open Whitstable restaurant and bar
Dan Smith, the chef behind the Michelin-starred Fordwich Arms in Kent, is teaming up with his former sommelier Elliott Ashton-Konig to open a wine bar and restaurant in Whitstable.
More details released for James and Maria Close’s huge F&B project at Rockliffe Hall
James and Maria Close have revealed further details of the six-strong food and beverage line-up at Rockliffe Hall, as the County Durham resort prepares for a major relaunch later this year.
Spencer Metzger to open French bistro Chez Rose on former Little Social site
Spencer Metzger is opening a restaurant on Mayfair’s Pollen Street in partnership with Jason Atherton.
Restaurants and cafes fined almost £9m for hiring illegal workers
UK restaurants and cafes were hit with fines totalling £8,912,000 for hiring illegal workers in the third quarter of 2025, according to Home Office data analysed by training provider Caredemy.
Thinking outside the box: how big pizza is embracing sourdough
The UK’s largest pizza chains are adding artisan-inspired products to their core range amid intense competition from smaller-scale, on-trend brands
Carl Clarke steps away from Chicken Shop
Carl Clarke, founder of Chicken Shop (formerly Chik’n), has stepped away from the business following the announcement that Kitchen Ventures has acquired a majority stake in the brand.