News
The latest industry news from the business journalists at Catering Today. We bring you the latest on what’s happening in the restaurants, bars and catering industry, with exclusive stories, analysis, best practice and industry comment.
-
Jun- 2024 -13 June
Cornish Bakery names first managing director
Independent chain Cornish Bakery has announced the appointment of hospitality specialist Mat Finch as its first ever managing director. In his new role, Finch will work alongside founder Steve Grocutt to drive the company’s stated objectives of “building a unique team culture, winning beautifully and supercharging swift growth”. Finch has…
Read More » -
12 June
Today’s news in brief – 12/06/24
Heston Blumenthal’s Fat Duck Group posted a pre-tax loss of £1.4m for the year ended 28 May 2023. In documents filed on Companies House, the parent company of Fat Duck and the Hinds Head pub in Bray saw a dip in turnover from £11.5m in 2022 to £9.5m in 2023.…
Read More » -
12 June
The Berkeley to open rooftop bar to public
The Berkeley will open its rooftop located between Knightsbridge and Belgravia to all starting from 11 July. The bar, which is usually just open to hotel guests, will offer views of London’s skyline as well as a brand new Mexican-inspired menu. In collaboration with Patrón, The Berkeley will serve up…
Read More » -
12 June
Fat Duck parent company posts pre-tax loss of £1.4m
Heston Blumenthal’s Fat Duck Group posted a pre-tax loss of £1.4m for the year ended 28 May 2023. In documents filed on Companies House SL6 Ltd, the parent company of Fat Duck and the Hinds Head pub in Bray saw a dip in turnover from £11.5m in 2022 to £9.5m…
Read More » -
12 June
Scotland’s only cocktail bar on the beach put up for sale
The Cladach Beach House, Scotland’s only cocktail bar located on the beach, on the Isle of Arran, has been put up for sale for £195,000. The bar features both indoor and outdoor seating, a cosy indoor log burner, outdoor fire pit and Tiki-style bar. The room can accommodate for around…
Read More » -
12 June
HSG FM expands catering division with Radish acquisition
HSG FM Group, a Cardiff-headquartered business, has acquired UK-based contract catering services company Radish. Established in 2015, HSG FM Group provides a range of services to support businesses in meeting specific requirements to a professional and high standard. The company aims to develop long-term working partnerships with clients, helping them…
Read More » -
12 June
SSP and The Breakfast Club open first railway site at St Pancras
F&B provider in travel locations, SSP Group, has partnered with The Breakfast Club and St Pancras International to open the all-day breakfast chain’s first outlet in a UK train station. SSP and The Breakfast Club’s partnership began in 2023, with the aim of bringing the chain to the travelling public. …
Read More » -
11 June
Today’s news in brief – 11/06/24
Chicken Cottage has plans to reach 100 outlets worldwide by 2027. The UK-based QSR business currently has more than 60 outlets across the UK and a foothold in Kenya. Chicken Cottage anticipates existing franchise owners will expand their businesses with additional outlets in the UK. Honeymoon Desserts has opened its…
Read More » -
11 June
Honeymoon Desserts opens first European flagship in London
Honeymoon Desserts has opened its first European flagship site on a lease at 33 Shaftesbury Avenue, London. The new restaurant, which comprises 1,303 sq ft and is spread over ground and basement floors, is in the heart of London’s West End and a stone’s throw away from Chinatown. Neighbours of…
Read More » -
11 June
Farzi London appoints Nikhil Mahale as head chef
Haymarket’s Farzi London has announced the appointment of Nikhil Mahale as its new head chef. With over 23 years’ experience in the hospitality industry, Mahale’s career has spanned continents, learning the diverse multi-cultural flavours whilst developing his “modern edge and technical efficiency”. Mahale began his professional career at Azok in…
Read More »
