Locally Sourced
This features our coverage of locally sourced food and drink across the UK hospitality and catering sectors—examining how operators, chefs, and suppliers integrate regional produce into menus, procurement strategies, and brand storytelling. From supply chain resilience to provenance-led marketing, we report on the operational, economic, and consumer-facing impacts of local sourcing. Ideal for restaurant owners, pub operators, and caterers seeking insight into sustainability, quality, and differentiation through local ingredient sourcing.
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Jun- 2024 -17 JuneNews
German Doner Kebab to open new site in Metrocentre
German Doner Kebab (GDK) has announced it will be unveiling a new site in the North East destination Metrocentre. The opening of GDK Metrocentre, which has a capacity for 42 covers with a 2823 sq ft site, marks the brand’s 143rd franchised location across the UK and the second location…
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May- 2024 -13 MayRestaurants
Sotto Cucina and Bar to open this month
Sotto Cucina and Bar, a contemporary Sicilian kitchen and bar in London’s Whitechapel, is set to open on 14 May. The venue will be housed at Hyatt Place London City East focusing on contemporary Sicilian dishes. Led by Sicilian executive chef Alfio Laudani, the menu will marry Sicilian influences with…
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3 MayPubs and Bars
The Royal Oak pub in Durham up for sale
The Royal Oak pub in North West Durham has been put up for sale with a freehold price of £370,000. The pub is a traditional country style free of tie pub with a large beer garden area, dining area, and drinks space. The main trading area comprises a bar and…
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Apr- 2024 -29 AprilRestaurants
Gorse permanent restaurant to open on 28 May
Chef Tom Waters is set to open his pop-up restaurant Gorse from a permanent venue in Pontcanna, Cardiff on 28 May. Having earned his stripes in “prestigious” London kitchens, including stints at Heston Blumenthal’s The Fat Duck, The Square and Bonhams, Tom Waters returned to his Welsh roots with his…
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10 AprilRestaurants
Voyagers restaurant opens in Liverpool
New restaurant Voyagers has officially opened its doors in Liverpool this week. Located at 38 Parr Street in the heart of the Ropewalks district, the 70-seater restaurant with 100-seater bar, gives diners a mix of globally-inspired dishes with a local twist and a selection of 35 wines and signature cocktails.…
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Feb- 2024 -26 FebruaryPubs and Bars
Shepherd Neame reopens The Crown after £750k refurb
Independent family brewer and pub company Shepherd Neame has reopened The Crown pub in Blackheath Village, following a £750,000 transformation. The former 16th Century coaching inn has undergone a seven-week refurbishment which has introduced a new look while also retaining its “unique” features. The pub now features a “rich” palette…
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Jan- 2024 -18 JanuaryNews
Chopstix and Festival Street Kitchen open at Festival Place
Chopstix, the pan-Asian noodle bar, has opened a new location at retail and leisure destination Festival Place. It will be joined by street food operator, Festival Street Kitchen, which is upsizing into the centre. Having opened adjacent to Pret A Manger, Chopstix delivers its fresh pan-Asian inspired menu, spotlighting a…
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16 JanuaryPubs and Bars
Scales Cocktail Bar opens in Marylebone
Scales Cocktail Bar, the brainchild of mixologists Din Jusufi and Engji Shala, who have honed their craft for five years at Farzi London, has officially opened its doors in Marylebone. Tucked away beneath Drink with Sasha, the new site features a discrete door in the wine shop and a dimly…
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Nov- 2023 -29 NovemberRestaurants
Michelin-trained chef opens new Bow Lane restaurant
Michelin-trained chef Edward Boarland along with business partner Dee Reid have launched a new concept restaurant, wine bar and florist at 12 Bow Lane in London, called Stem and Stem. Boarland, who trained under Alain Roux, Clare Smyth, Gordon Ramsay and Simone Zanoni, will continue in his role as executive…
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8 NovemberPubs and Bars
Young’s Smiths of Smithfields appoints new head chef
Young’s-owned pub Smiths of Smithfield has appointed Tim Dela Cruz as its new head chef. Smiths of Smithfield stretches across four-floors with an all-day bar, first-floor private rooms and rooftop terrace, with a dedicated restaurant on the second floor serving prime-cuts of meat and locally sourced produce. With a wealth…
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