London
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.
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Jun- 2024 -4 JuneRestaurants
Sea Containers London appoints new head chef
Sea Containers has announced the appointment of Tom Morgan as the new head chef, taking over culinary leadership for both Sea Containers Restaurant and the Lyaness Bar. Born and raised in London, Morgan embarked upon his culinary journey aged 16, quickly ascending from commis chef to chef de partie within…
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3 JuneCafes and Coffee Shops
Cooks Coffee UK&I sales jump 18% in FY24
Cooks Coffee, parent company of the Esquires, The Organic Coffee Co brand, has revealed that total franchisee store sales in UK and Ireland were up 18% at NZ$58.2m (£28.1m) in the financial year ended 31 March. Store sales in the UK grew 21% with like for like sales up 6%.…
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3 JunePubs and Bars
Arc Inspirations to expand in Nottingham and Sheffield
Arc Inspirations, which operates Banyan, BOX and Manahatta chains, has announced its plans to open new sites in Nottingham and Sheffield this year. The new openings aim to build on Arc’s city centre growth strategy, which will see the group operate 50 bars by 2030. After launching Manahatta Sheffield in…
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May- 2024 -30 MayPubs and Bars
El Cenote cocktail bar launches in Camden
El Cenote, a new cocktail bar with a food menu in Camden, has officially opened. The new venture is being led by Aima Indigo, who has worked at venues such as La Bodega Negra and Mestizo Chelsea. The kitchen is led by chef Daniel Sanchez, a native of Mexico City,…
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29 MayNews
Today’s news in brief – 29/05/24
Revolution Bars has rejected Nightcap’s “highly conditional” non-binding proposal yesterday (28 May), which required Revolution to proceed with the restructuring plan but not the existing fundraising of £12.5m. Following legal advice, Revolution’s board also concluded that the Nightcap proposal was “incapable of being delivered”, as a number of challenges had…
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29 MayNews
Admiral Taverns acquires 37 pubs from Fuller’s
Admiral Taverns has announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire a portfolio of 37 freehold pubs from Fuller’s for a total consideration of £18.3m. The portfolio of 37 community, wet-led sites spans London and the Home Counties including Surrey, Sussex and Hampshire. The group said the acquisition not…
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29 MayCatering Companies
Lexington MD expands role to lead Elior UK’s B&I offering
Managing director of Lexington Catering Matt Wood has revealed he is set to expand his role to lead Elior UK’s business and industry (B&I) offering. In his new role Wood will continue to shape the company’s B&I senior leadership team. He has already promoted Lexington’s Sean Ritson and Katharine Lewis…
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29 MayRestaurants
Wagamama to debut in India
UK-based Pan-Asian restaurant operator Wagamama is set to launch in India after agreeing a new partnership with Travel Food Services. Wagamama will open its first restaurant at Mumbai Airport’s International Terminal later this year. Wagamama first opened its doors in 1922 in London’s Bloomsbury. Following the latest deal, the group…
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28 MayNews
Today’s news in brief – 28/05/24
Robinson Brewery has increased its investment spend in pubs to £1.6m during Q1. This rise in investment spending represents a three-fold increase on Robinson Brewery’s 2023 levels. According to Robinson Brewery and its business partners, the rise in investment is a sign of more long-term post pandemic confidence. Chef Tom…
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28 MayCatering Companies
Searcys wins 41 Portland Place contract
Searcys has announced its appointment as the official catering partner at 41 Portland Place. Rooms at 41 Portland Place can be hired individually or as a whole townhouse, a flexibility which enables guests to create a bespoke space, tailored to individual requirements. The private Georgian townhouse can be hired for…
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