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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.
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Jun- 2023 -2 June
Port Gaverne appoints new chef
Port Gaverne Restaurant and Hotel, located on the north coast of Cornwall, has announced the appointment of Danny Young as its new chef. The appointment also coincides with the 17th-Century venue’s recent “reinvention”, having undergone an extensive refurbishment of both the restaurant and its bedrooms. Young has over a decade…
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1 June
Carnaby Eat Street launches with a series of immersive food experiences
From today until 15 June, Carnaby Street will offer a series of immersive food experiences to enjoy as part of its Eat campaign. Carnaby has partnered with the London Restaurant Festival for the summer edition, collaborating with some of the street’s favourite foodies to host special events including, a cocktail…
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1 June
OVG acquires Rhubarb Hospitality Collection
Oak View Group (OVG), a global development, service, and investment company for the sports, live entertainment, and convention industries, has acquired Rhubarb Hospitality Collection (RHC), a high-end hospitality provider in the catering industry. The purchase of the premium hospitality group from LGT Private Debt aims to “elevate the experience for…
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1 June
Palé Hall appoints new head chef
Palé Hall has announced the appointment of Sam Griffiths as its new head chef, who will join the five-star hotel later this summer. He replaces Gareth Stevenson in his role as head chef, which he held since the venue’s opening. Griffiths, who was named ‘Welsh Chef of the Year’ in…
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May- 2023 -31 May
Rail strikes set to cost hospitality industry £132m, says UKH
Upcoming rail strikes in May and June will cost the hospitality industry £132m according to UK Hospitality. Members of the ASLEF union are set to walk out on 31 May and 3 June after the union rejected what it called a ‘risible’ pay offer of 4% per year for two…
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31 May
Sodexo’s Good Eating Company appoints new MD
Sodexo Corporate Services has appointed Alex Kristall as managing director for the Good Eating Company in the UK and Ireland, from 1 June. The news follows the catering company’s investment plans to grow the business and its footprint globally. Kristall will take over full operational and P&L responsibility for the…
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31 May
Sides to open in 10 new locations across UK
The fried chicken brand Sides is on track to further expand across the UK with 10 new locations across the UK in 2023. The growth plans will create 100 jobs and expand the brand’s footprint into the North of England alongside an exciting launch into Scotland. Sides, originally developed by…
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31 May
Black Sheep Coffee opens Manchester Arndale branch
Black Sheep Coffee has announced a new branch opening at Manchester Arndale shopping centre after agreeing to take a 4,187 sq ft unit on Market Street on a 20-year lease. The coffee chain will offer its speciality-grade 100% robusta coffee and a selection of four different arabica beans. As part…
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30 May
Hospitality trade bodies urge gov to act against ‘worrying’ energy costs
A number of hospitality trade bodies have renewed calls for the government to act on rising energy costs. The BII, BBPA, UKHospitality and Hospitality Ulster have penned a joint letter after industry-wide data shows just 29% of hospitality businesses feel optimistic about the next 12 months, with energy their biggest…
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30 May
Yannick Alléno to open Pavyllon London on 1 July 2023
Yannick Alléno, one of the world’s most Michelin-starred chefs, has announced the launch of Pavyllon London, his debut London restaurant in Mayfair, on 1 July 2023. Set within Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane, Alléno’s first venture in the city will feature a restaurant, bar, private dining room, and…
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