Tokyo
Coverage of global foodservice trends, culinary innovation, and hospitality culture emerging from Tokyo, one of the world’s most influential dining capitals. This section explores fine dining excellence, fast-casual efficiency, technology integration, and F&B creativity that continue to inspire UK chefs, operators, and hospitality professionals seeking to elevate quality, service, and concept development in both premium and high-volume formats.
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Jun- 2025 -5 JuneFood and Drink
Incipio Group unveils four new concepts at Olympia
Incipio Group has announced its latest venture; four new dining and drinking destinations set to open at Olympia as part of the £1.3bn cultural regeneration project. The four brand new concepts Arbour, Wolves of Tokyo, Lillie’s and Juno, will be opening in phases between October 2025 and June 2026. The…
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Feb- 2025 -19 FebruaryNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 19/02/25
Hospitality insolvencies were down 7% year-on-year from 3,737 in 2023 in 2023 to 3,464 in 2024, according to ONS data. Insolvencies in the sector saw an even bigger drop month-on-month, down 31% from 327 in November 2024 to 224 in the following month, and fell 29% compared with the same…
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19 FebruaryRestaurants
Luna Omakase to open new London site in March
The team behind Los Mochis and Juno Omakase is set to open Luna Omakase, an exclusive 12-seat restaurant set within Los Mochis London City in March. At the helm is executive head chef Leonard Tanyag, who with his 20 years of experience and international expertise will bring a “refined and…
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Jan- 2025 -9 JanuaryNews
Indian restaurant Oorja to open in London in February
Gobind Chona is set to open its latest restaurant venture Oorja in London in February 2025, offering a new proposition of Indian food. Following the success of his first restaurant Gura Gura, Chona’s latest venture which will be situated on Shaftesbury Avenue, sees guests go on a “food journey” through…
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Nov- 2024 -28 NovemberNews
Cé La Vi rooftop restaurant to launch in London in 2025
Cé La Vi, part of award-winning ADMO Lifestyle Holding (ADMO), is bringing its rooftop bar-restaurant concept to West London in Summer 2025. Renowned for its modern Asian flair, it will be the brand’s first European outpost, located atop the Renzo Piano Building Workshop – Paddington Square. Opening in West London’s…
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Jul- 2024 -5 JulyNews
London’s Radio Rooftop reopens after £2.5m refurb
London rooftop bar Radio has officially reopened at ME London this week following an extensive £2.5m refurbishment programme. Located in the heart of the Strand, ME London celebrates 10 years of innovation and individuality with the reopening of Radio, renowned for its “spectacular views” of London’s skyline. Led by international…
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Jun- 2024 -14 JunePubs and Bars
Radio unveils new design ahead of ME London reopening
Rooftop bar Radio has unveiled a “striking” new design refresh ahead of its reopening at five-star hotel ME London on Friday 28 June. The 200-seat rooftop venue, which was designed by international restaurant designer, Bernard Caroll, benefits from “classic and contemporary” luxury with Eastern-inspired detailing that create an environment that…
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May- 2024 -21 MayCafes and Coffee Shops
Costa to be Paris Olympics coffee provider
Costa Coffee has announced that it is set to feature as the coffee provider of choice at this summer’s Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris. The brand will be operating bespoke outlets across Paris throughout the Games, with a presence across some of the event’s key venues. These include the…
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Nov- 2023 -8 NovemberRestaurants
Number of London restaurants charging £150+ a head nearly doubles
The number of restaurants in London charging £150 per head or more per person for a meal has risen 46% to 54 up from 37 last year, according to data from Harden’s London Restaurants 2024 guide. There has also been a 59% jump in the number of London restaurants charging…
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May- 2023 -31 MayComment
Collaborative robots: how can they enhance customer service?
Do you think hospitality is one of the sectors that could potentially benefit from implementing AIs? Yes, very much so. Robotics is one area, such as the delivery tray bots that we have, but they could also be used in the areas of for example guest greeting or taking reservations,…
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