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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Feb- 2023 -2 FebruaryNews
Lexington wins Hurlingham School catering contract
Independent school caterer, Lexington Independents, has announced it has won the contract to provide the catering services for Hurlingham School’s preparatory and nursery schools based in Putney, London. A team of fifteen Lexington Independent employees – including two head chefs – will be serving up food for the children, aged…
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Nov- 2022 -22 NovemberFood and Drink
The Landmark London to launch new gastropub
The Landmark London has announced it will launch a new gastropub within the hotel on 28 November 2022.gastro Great Central pub is a more “relaxed” concept for The Landmark London which is already well-established for its cocktails and fine dining in the palm tree adorned Winter Garden. The menu will…
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14 NovemberRestaurants
Ewe Restaurant and Bar set to open
Newly conceived Ewe Restaurant and Bar is set to open in Bolton’s Westhoughton on 18 November. The million-pound project has a capacity of 150 and will welcome live music from local musicians. Headed up by the team behind Manchester’s ‘Yours’ restaurant and bar, the new venue will be led by…
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Oct- 2022 -17 OctoberRestaurants
Bournemouth hotel names new head chef
Bournemouth based Hotel Miramar has announced the appointment of Robert Feuillet as its new head chef. Feuillet replaces Chris Rackam, who is retiring after 32 years in the role. He brings many years’ experience as a two- rosette chef in restaurants and hotels across the UK. Hotel Miramar is a…
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Sep- 2022 -8 SeptemberCafes and Coffee Shops
Hebrides site Café Kisimul brought to market for £275,000
Café Kisimul, in Castlebay on the Isle of Barra, has been brought to market by DM Hall, being marketed for sale at offers over £275,000. Named after Kisimul Castle, Norse for Castle Island which overlooks the village, the main settlement on the 1200 population island, Café Kisimul is a single…
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Aug- 2022 -31 AugustPeople
Down Hall appoints new executive chef
Down Hall Hotel, Spa and Estate in Essex has announced the appointment of Robert Pearce as the venue’s new executive chef. In his new role, Pearce will be responsible for overseeing the hotel’s entire culinary operations, including the modern British restaurant, Garden Room, and the brand new Fox Bar. With…
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24 AugustRestaurants
Ralph & Finns announces new head chef
Scottish bar and brasserie Ralph and Finns has announced that Kevin O’Neill has been appointed as its new head chef. Previously at restaurants such as Cameron House, Rogano and The Western Club, O’Neill has unveiled a new menu that aims to feature locally sourced and freshly prepared ingredients from across…
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22 AugustFeatures
Matsudai: From music to ramen kits to debut restaurant
Tell me the history of Matsudai? I’m not from a catering background, I worked in music and events until autumn 2019. In 2018, I got married, lost my job and moved house all in the space of a week, and it was an overwhelming period. I picked up a lot…
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Jul- 2022 -20 JulyPubs and Bars
Shepherd Neame acquires Bournemouth bar Urban Reef
Shepherd Neame, an independent brewery and pub operator based in Faversham, has expanded its estate with the acquisition of Urban Reef, a bar and restaurant based in Bournemouth. Located next to the beach on Boscombe Promenade, Urban Reef opened in 2009 and is a two-storey venue comprising a bar, café,…
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Jun- 2022 -22 JunePubs and Bars
Socialite Rooftop to open second site in Canterbury
Paragon hospitality is set to open its second Socialite restaurant and bar in Canterbury. The site will open 1 July as a rooftop venue above the city’s five-storey Hampton by Hilton hotel in St Margaret’s Street. Socialite Canterbury Rooftop aims to offer a “modern and stylish all-day restaurant, situated in…
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