Former OMA chef Jorge Paredes to lead Notting Hill burger and Champagne restaurant
Jorge Paredes, formerly executive chef at Michelin-starred OMA, is to lead the kitchen at a new burger and Champagne restaurant opening in Notting Hill next month.
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Former Hjem head chef to open Polish-inspired restaurant in County Durham
Marek Dziedzic, former head chef at Michelin-starred Restaurant Hjem, will launch a Polish-inspired restaurant at South Causey Inn in County Durham later this week.
Gopal’s Corner to open first site outside the capital in Birmingham
Sugen Gopal is moving his Malaysian Tamil restaurant group Gopal’s Corner beyond the capital with a site in Birmingham.
Blackbird Bakery to open 11th site as it marks 20th anniversary
South London bakery Blackbird Bakery will open its 11th site in Clapham this autumn, as the business marks its 20th anniversary.
Monty’s American Diner opens at Leeds Bradford Airport
American-inspired all-day dining concept Monty’s, owned by SSP UK & Ireland, has opened at Leeds Bradford Airport.
Laksamania announces closure after eight years in London
London-based Malaysian restaurant Laksamania has announced that it will close, following eight years of trading.
Government reveals £210m package to revive struggling high streets
The Government has announced a £210m funding package aimed at turning vacant high street shops, pubs and clubs into shared workspaces, cafes and community hubs.
Brighton pub The Crazy Goose switches to rotisserie chicken menu
Black Rock Restaurant Group is replacing the eclectic menu at its Brighton pub The Crazy Goose with an offer built around rotisserie chicken cooked over open coals.
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Sushi is on a roll, and I’m down with that
In a difficult market, but one that demands sushi and at least some of the elegance that comes with it, sushi handrolls make sense.
Restaurant Readers’ Choice 2026 winners revealed
The best suppliers as voted for by their customers have been revealed in Restaurant’s Readers’ Choice Awards 2026.