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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- 2022 -22 June
UKH Scotland appoints new chair
UKHospitality Scotland has announced that Chris Wayne-Wills, CEO of Crerar Hotels, has taken on the role of chairman from Calum Ross, the owner and proprietor of Loch Melfort Hotel in Argyll. Elected by the UKHospitality Scotland Committee, Wayne-Wills becomes chairman at what is described as a “crucial time for the…
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22 June
Tim Hortons confirms first London opening
Tim Hortons has confirmed it will open its first London property on 1 July with a new restaurant and drive-thru at Royale Leisure Park. The menu will feature its best-selling items, including timbits, iced capps, donuts, as well as beef burgers, hot dogs, and lattice fries. Kevin Hydes, chief commercial…
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21 June
Labyrinth announces Alice’s Adventures Underground return
Labyrinth Productions, a new immersive company from the creative directors of Les Enfants Terribles, has announced the return of Alice’s Adventures Underground and the Rosarium Restaurant to return this autumn. Labyrinth has created, developed and produced an imaginative show with their launchpad permanent venue being Labyrinth Waterloo at The Sidings.…
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21 June
Hub Box opens flagship restaurant in Plymouth
Hub Box has announced the opening of its 11th venue, with a new restaurant at the Royal William Yard in Plymouth which will act as the brand’s flagship restaurant. The “historic” space has a bar and a 180-seat restaurant, as well as seating indoors and outside, which overlooks the waterfront. …
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21 June
The Alchemist unveils second Edinburgh site amid £1.5m investment
The Alchemist has announced its continued expansion in Scotland with a £1.5m investment in a second bar and restaurant in Edinburgh, set to open in early 2023. The new site comprises a 7,051 square feet space located on George Street and it will house 185 covers for cocktails and all-day…
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21 June
Greggs saves over 1 million bags of food waste with Too Good To Go
Greggs and surplus food app Too Good To Go have revealed that their partnership has resulted in the prevention of more than one million bags of food from going to waste in the UK. Too Good To Go works with companies to prevent food waste by allowing customers to purchase…
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21 June
Michael Caines names group executive chef
Michael Caines has appointed Stuart Shaw as the collection’s new group executive chef, working together to oversee and implement Caines’ vision and strategy across the whole business. Shaw has introduced new season menus for The Cove and The Harbourside Refuge ahead of summer. Previously, he worked at two 2AA Rosette…
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21 June
Chestnut acquires Norfolk venue
Chestnut, an East Anglia hospitality company, has announced the acquisition of The Wiveton Bell in North Norfolk for an undisclosed sum. The pub, which is situated a few miles from the coast, offers Michelin rated Bib Gourmand dining and AA 4-star accommodation. The addition of The Wiveton Bell to the…
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20 June
OXBO at Hilton London Bankside reopens with a new menu
OXBO Bankside, a local neighbourhood eatery at the Hilton London Bankside, has reopened its doors with a brand new menu. Created by executive head chef Ollie Couillaud and featuring produce from The Hilton London Bankside’s own roof garden, the new menu showcases sustainably sourced British ingredients. Dishes feature European, Middle…
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20 June
Giggling Squid unveils new executive team
The BGF-backed Thai restaurant group, Giggling Squid, has announced changes to its executive team as it continues its growth plans amid recent openings in Harrogate and Alderley Edge. Previous regional managers for the 45 strong restaurant business, Simon Gallagher and Darko Salaj, have both been promoted to operation directors. In…
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