Gouqi rescued through pre-pack sale
The future of high-end Chinese restaurant Gouqi has been secured following a successful pre-pack sale.
Archives for May 26, 2026
Fulham Shore CEO Marcel Khan to stand down
Marcel Khan is to step down from his role as chief executive of Fulham Shore having overseen the CVA and restructure of Franco Manca and the sale of The Real Greek.
Cinder’s Jake Finn to open new venture in St John’s Wood
Chef owner of Cinder Jake Finn is opening a new bakery, all-day bistro and wine bar in St John’s Wood next month.
Alex Hunter: “We’re going big on seaweed”
The Sea The Sea founder moves his seafood bar and fishmonger to larger premises later this month, which will allow him to be even more creative with all things marine related.
Flash-grilled: Yiannis Mexis
The chef behind Southwark restaurant Pyro on Grant Achatz, Belgian restaurant Hof van Cleve and his Vitamix.
Market Halls’ Games Hall concept to take flight
Market Halls is expanding the competitive socialising Games Hall concept it launched at the end of last year.
BrewDog co-founder James Watt launches new beer venture
BrewDog co-founder James Watt has revealed plans to launch a new beer company.
The Woozy Pig to close only bricks-and-mortar venue
Street food company The Woozy Pig in Cheltenham has announced that it will close its only brick-and-mortar venue, located at 50 Suffolk Road.
Star player: Theo Clench is looking to make it five in a row at IGNI
The former Cycene chef has either retained or attracted a Michelin star at his last four restaurant postings. Can he do it again at the former HUMO site?
Gouqi files notice to appoint administrators
The future of high-end central London Chinese restaurant Gouqi is in doubt after its parent company filed a notice to appoint administrators.
Farm Girl to launch fundraise ahead of Mayfair opening
Healthy food brand Farm Girl is launching a crowdfund to support the opening of its fourth location.
UK eating out market growth revised down
The UK eating out market will reach a value of £102.8bn in 2026, according to new forecasts.