People
The latest news and updates on people in the industry, 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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Dec- 2018 -5 December
Patisserie Valerie appoints interim CFO
Patisserie Valerie has announced that the company has retained Nick Perrin as its interim chief financial officer (CFO). Perrin is an experienced finance director, most recently of AIM-quoted CVS plc, and integrated veterinary services provider in the UK, which saw revenues grow from £110m to £350m during his tenure. He…
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5 December
Gary Usher’s KALA to launch in February
KALA, the sixth restaurant in the Elite Bistro’s group owned by chef Gary Usher, is set to open on Manchester city centre’s King Street, in February 2019 with all day dining and a separate bar space. KALA will be a 55-cover restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with a separate…
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3 December
Jason Atherton to open new Mayfair restaurant
Jason Atherton is to open a new 16-cover restaurant in London’s Mayfair, named H.O.M.E, the restaurant will open next door to Atherton’s current Pollen Street Social restaurant. Atherton says he sees the new restaurant as a “purely creative outlet”, which will serve only a set menu. The chef described the…
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Nov- 2018 -29 November
New survey reveals 43% of people eat less meat
A new survey reveals that 43% of people – and 52% of 36 to 45-year olds – eat less meat than they used to as the growing popularity of veganism gains momentum. The ‘Refuelling Rituals’ survey by international customer experience and branding agency I-AM also highlighted the shift towards meal-kits…
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28 November
Chef Michael Caines to open restaurant in Exmouth
Award-winning chef Michael Caines MBE is the latest tenant to join property developer Grenadier’s new scheme on Exmouth waterfront. Caines, who grew up in Exeter, will be opening a restaurant with a bar and café area with a brand new food and drink offering for visitors. His plans for the…
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27 November
Pub employment rises despite closures
A new report has found that pub employment has risen in the last 10 years despite a quarter of pubs closing during that time. According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS) report, the increase in employment could be down to the increase in pubs serving food, which is more…
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21 November
Bohemia chef Callum Graham reaches MasterChef quarter-finals
Callum Graham, chef at Michelin-starred Restaurant Bohemia, at The Club Hotel & Spa in Jersey, has reached the quarter-finals of MasterChef: The Professionals. The BAFTA-winning show is back for its 11th series on BBC2 and features Greg Wallace, Marcus Wareing and Monica Galetti searching to crown its 2018 champion. Graham…
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21 November
Bistrot Pierre founder kicks off construction at new Eastbourne restaurant
The founder of Bistrot Pierre has visited the site of the chain’s new Eastbourne restaurant to signal the start of construction work. The opening of the new restaurant in 2019 on the Wish Tower site will represent the chain’s furthest step into the south east to date. Founder, Robert Beacham…
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21 November
Investigation launched into Patisserie Valerie auditor
The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has announced it has launched an investigation into the auditor of crisis-hit cafe chain Patisserie Valerie. The FRC said it would be looking into the audit by accounting firm Grant Thornton UK regarding the financial statements of Patisserie Holdings for the years ended 30 September…
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20 November
Second Reunion des Gastronomes winner announced
Andras Lakezi, food and drink manager at the Kimpton Fitzroy London has been awarded the Réunion des Gastronomes President’s Award 2018. Judges said the competition was “extremely close, but a unanimous choice” calling Lakezi “a role model in all that he delivers”. Lakezi’s trophy was presented to him by guest…
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