Uncorked: Miles Tuddenham
The general manager of Devon winery restaurant ROAM on Valais, overchilled whites and cult Jura-based winemaker François Rousset-Martin.
Archives for May 14, 2026
70-year-old restaurant group Spaghetti House closes
One of the UK’s oldest restaurant groups has closed all of its sites after falling into administration.
Fogo de Chão and Fazenda Rodizio unify under one global brand
Brazilian steakhouse Fogo de Chão has announced the unification of its UK restaurants under a single global brand, following its 2024 acquisition of Fazenda Rodizio Bar & Grill.
Italian restaurant Giulia to close after five years
West London Italian restaurant Giulia Restaurant has announced it will close in June after a five-year run.
Nigel Ng aka Uncle Roger: “I love seeing my cuisine and my people do well”
Following success with restaurants in his native Malaysia, the viral comedian has just thrown open the doors at his debut London venture.
Young National Chef of the Year semi-finalists revealed as live cook-offs return
The Craft Guild of Chefs has announced the semi-finalists for Young National Chef of the Year, with live cook-offs returning for the first time since before the pandemic.
UKHospitality slams ‘nonsensical’ holiday tax decision
The inclusion of a holiday tax bill in the King’s Speech yesterday (13 May) will make UK staycations more expensive, UKHospitality has warned.
Shaftesbury Capital says demand for space remains high in 2026
Shaftesbury Capital says there continues to be competitive demand for space in its high-footfall destinations as it reported a ‘positive start’ to the year.
Flash-grilled: Mark Tuttiett
Rafael Cagali’s right-hand man at Da Terra on Barry’s Bootcamp, Santa Maria Pizzeria and his “lovely eyes”.