Welsh restaurant Alium in Barry has permanently closed due to a “perfect storm” of issues, only 15 months after opening.
Menuwatch: Heron, Leith
This Scottish restaurant’s founders bounced from pop-up to Michelin-starred success with reasonably priced fare. James Stagg discovers how they play with the menu
Footy Scran: How caterers are redefining the match-day food experience
Once the home of tepid pies and Bovril, football food has undergone a revolution. Here’s how caterers have redefined the match-day experience
14forty wins £20m contract with National Gas
14forty, part of Compass Group UK and Ireland, has won a £20m contract to provide soft and hard facilities services for National Gas.
Prehistoric Kents Cavern sold to hotel and leisure company
The Tudor Hotel Collection has purchased prehistoric caves in Torquay for an undisclosed sum between between £2m and £2.5m.
Council considers legal action over demolition of Crooked House pub
A council is considering legal action after the “unauthorised” demolition of one of the UK’s most unique pubs following a fire.
New product launches for August 2023
Find out the latest product launches in the world of food, drink and hospitality kit for August 2023
Joerg Zobel named chief operating officer of Rosewood Hotel Group
Joerg Zobel has been appointed chief operating officer of the Rosewood Hotel Group.
Get the glow: how to boost your breakfast beverages
Shake up your breakfast menu with a healthy carnival of colour and flavour, from turmeric shots to beetroot lattes. Anne Bruce reports
Government urged to reassess increase in visa fees for skilled workers
Business owners have urged the government to reassess the proposed increase in visa fees for migrant workers amid concerns the UK will end up “losing out” on overseas staff.

