ALTA to launch pintxos-inspired concept on ground floor of Soho restaurant
ALTA in Soho is launching a ground-floor concept, Bar ALTA, this month, introducing a more casual dining style inspired by the pintxos culture of Northern Spain.
Archives for June 15, 2026
TheFork’s payment app makes UK debut
Restaurant booking platform and restaurant management software provider TheFork has launched its payment facility in the UK.
Andreas Antona appointed MBE in King’s Birthday Honours
Birmingham-based chef and restaurateur Andreas Antona has been appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to the hospitality sector and charity.
Simon Rogan awarded Outstanding Contribution Award at the National Restaurant Awards 2026
Simon Rogan has arguably done more than any other British chef in the past two decades to shape what appears on the plates of the country’s top restaurants.
Gail’s appoints its first international MD as it sets its sights overseas
Gail’s has signalled its intention to grow its brand overseas with the appointment of its first international managing director.
Britain’s oldest Indian restaurant heads to court to challenge eviction
Veeraswamy is taking legal action against the Crown Estate in a bid to remain at its Regent Street home after a century.
Technology
Dojo launches payments intelligence platform for hospitality businesses
Payments technology provider Dojo has launched a platform that turns card payments data into commercial insights for hospitality and retail businesses.