Bao
Coverage of brand development, site expansion, and F&B innovation from a chef-led restaurant group known for creative interpretations of Taiwanese cuisine. This section explores menu evolution, experiential dining, leadership moves, and operational strategy, offering insight for chefs, restaurateurs, and hospitality professionals interested in niche concept growth, city dining, and cross-cultural food storytelling within the UK market.
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May- 2025 -12 MayRestaurants
Beef and Bass restaurant to open in Chelsea
New restaurant Beef and Bass will be opening its first 4,512 sq ft site in London’s 356-360 King’s Road, specialising in premium cuts of beef and wild sea bass. Upon arrival, guests will be welcomed into an “intimate” 14-cover speakeasy bar. The main restaurant will feature an open kitchen and…
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Mar- 2025 -25 MarchRestaurants
New Taiwanese noodle bar to open in Covent Garden
Ottolenghi co-founder Noam Bar-Chang and founder of Kung Fu Mama Retail Chris Hsu have announced the upcoming opening of Taiwanese noodle bar Kung Fu Mama. Set to open on Long Acre, Covent Garden, on 8 April, the fast-paced eatery will be dedicated to showcasing a “contemporary take” on Taiwanese flavours…
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Feb- 2025 -12 FebruaryFood and Drink
Market Halls Paddington to open in March
Market Halls has announced that it is set to launch its latest venture in Paddington on 3 March 2025. Spanning 11,000 square feet, Market Halls Paddington will feature eight food traders, two bars, an outdoor terrace, and communal seating for up to 355 guests inside and 130 outside. Ahead of…
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Jan- 2025 -16 JanuaryNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 16/01/25
Individual Restaurants has reported “record” Xmas sales growth of 14% across its portfolio of brands Piccolino, Riva Blu, and Restaurant Bar and Grill. Like-for-like sales for the group increased by 8% in December, whilst covers increased by 4% year-on-year. The year has been fuelled by strategic investments across its portfolio…
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16 JanuaryFood and Drink
The Salad Project opens eighth site on Bond Street
The Salad Project has announced the opening of its eighth location on Bond Street, as it is looking to hit 20 sites by mid-2027. The new Bond Street location combines chef-curated salads with a premium dining experience, featuring a store design by architect Rain Wu. Co-founder, Florian De Chezelles, said:…
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Nov- 2024 -27 NovemberPubs and Bars
Award-winning licensee takes on second Shepherd Neame pub
Award-winning licensee Amy Glenie has just taken on her second Shepherd Neame pub, The Royal Sovereign in Bexhill-on-Sea. Glenie, 40, took on The Blue Anchor in Crowborough with the Faversham-based independent family brewer and pub company in 2018. It was her first time as a licensee, after managing a pub…
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21 NovemberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 21/11/24
Cooks Coffee saw its total store sales for the UK&I rise 26% to £15.7m and like-for-like sales rise by 5.1%. In the UK, total store sales increased by 36% to £10.87m for the six months ended 30 September 2024. Meanwhile, in Ireland, its total sales increased 6% to £4.83m, and…
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21 NovemberRestaurants
Mr Bao Group rebrands to ‘6 of 1’ amid expansion plans
Mr Bao Group has announced that it is adjusting the group for the first time, which includes a name change to ‘6 of 1’, following the launch of Good Measure earlier this year. The new group – 6 of 1 – is set to be a collection of individual, hospitality-focused…
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Oct- 2024 -25 OctoberRestaurants
Dim Sum by China Tang opens at Harrods Dining Hall
Cantonese restaurant Dim Sum by China Tang has opened its doors at Harrods Dining Hall, nearly two decades after opening its doors at The Dorchester. Located on the ground floor of Harrods in the Dining Hall, with 25 covers, Dim Sum by China Tang marks a significant expansion for this…
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Sep- 2024 -10 SeptemberFeatures
Extra covers: The technology driving Freeman’s new Lord’s Food Village
Freeman’s Event Partners has just put the finishing touches on a brand new Food Village at Lord’s Cricket Ground. For the company which is accustomed to catering large events and sports stadiums this is a big step forward with a permanent venue. The way the Village has been constructed can…
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