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From the West End to the East End, our London coverage keeps hospitality professionals in the know. Our dedicated reporting on London’s vibrant and highly competitive foodservice market, spans restaurant group expansions, new pub and bar concepts, catering contracts, high-street openings, licensing changes, staff shortages, and operational trends shaping the capital. Whether you’re a central London restaurant operator, a neighbourhood café owner, a high-volume catering contractor, or an F&B executive overseeing multiple venues across zones, this archive delivers actionable insights and strategic updates designed for decision-makers navigating the capital’s fast-moving hospitality landscape.

  • May- 2019 -
    9 May
    RestaurantsReubens on Baker Street closes

    Reubens on Baker Street closes

    London-based Turkish restaurant, Reubens has closed following a family bereavement, the restaurant has traded on Baker Street for 46 years. A statement issued by Reubens, read: “With a heavy heart, unexpectedly we have had to close due to a family bereavement. We are proud that of the 46 years Reubens…

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  • 8 May
    FeaturesNew in town: The Soak

    New in town: The Soak

    What is the aim of the restaurant? We wanted to come up with a concept that was unique to the area of Victoria. I believe steeping and preserving are the best ways to develop deep, bold and strong flavours, whether it be with meats or vegetables or preparing fruit for…

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  • 8 May
    FeaturesCHEF PROFILE: Adam Byatt

    CHEF PROFILE: Adam Byatt

    Adam Byatt is a renowned chef, restaurateur, and food writer. He began his culinary career aged 16 at the five-star Claridge’s Hotel in London. He went on to join Phil Howard at his prestigious restaurant, The Square, before being appointed sous chef as the restaurant received its second Michelin star.…

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  • 8 May
    Apps & TechnologyRobot bartender takes up residency at Barbican Centre

    Robot bartender takes up residency at Barbican Centre

    A drink-mixing robot called Toni will take up residency at London’s Barbican Centre as part of its ‘AI: More than Human’ summer exhibition. Toni, designed by Italian company and producer of automated cocktail makers Makr Shakr, will be at the centre in an aim to explore the evolution of the…

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  • 7 May
    Cafes and Coffee ShopsPophams Bakery to open at London Fields

    Pophams Bakery to open at London Fields

    Pophams Bakery has announced it is to open its second bakery in the London Fields area at 197 Richmond Road in June. The new site is set to be larger than the first, featuring a pasta kitchen and restaurant alongside its trademark bakery offering. A Pophams Bakery statement read: “The…

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  • 3 May
    Business’17 million Brits’ have stolen tableware from a bar or restaurant

    ’17 million Brits’ have stolen tableware from a bar or restaurant

    New research has revealed that an estimated 17 million people in Britain have stolen tableware – glasses, cups, napkins, cutlery, condiments – in their homes. Catering equipment supplier Nisbets uncovered the results following a survey in which 1,000 respondents were asked about their attitudes towards stealing such items from bars…

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  • 3 May
    BusinessLondon councils to ban ice cream vans

    London councils to ban ice cream vans

    London councils including Camden, Westminster and Islington are set to ban ice cream vans from operating on roads within the boroughs in order to cut down on air pollution. Most ice cream vans run on diesel fuel, releasing high levels of black carbon, a substance which scientists claim can stunt…

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  • 3 May
    RestaurantsPing Pong to sell off last shopping centre sites

    Ping Pong to sell off last shopping centre sites

    Dim sum restaurant chain Ping Pong is to sell its two outlets at Westfield London and Wembley Designer Outlet Village, the remaining of its shopping centre located restaurants. Leisure property specialists Davis Coffer Lyons has been instructed to dispose of the leasehold interest in the sites. The Westfield unit is…

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  • 2 May
    RestaurantsPodium Restaurant and Bar awarded second AA Rosette

    Podium Restaurant and Bar awarded second AA Rosette

    London Hilton on Park Lane has announced its Podium Restaurant and Bar has been awarded a second AA Rosette for culinary excellence. Two rosettes are only awarded to local restaurants “achieving high standards, consistency in delivery, precision and attention given to the selection of ingredients”. To be awarded with a…

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  • 2 May
    RestaurantsGrab-and-go chain Island Poké launches seventh site

    Grab-and-go chain Island Poké launches seventh site

    Hawaiian grab-and-go eatery Island Poké has announced the launch of its seventh site, located at 137 Victoria St, London. The Victoria restaurant will open to the public on the 14 May offering its signature poke bowls, ahi tuna shoyu bowl and salmon in a yuzu dressing as well as its…

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