North American fried chicken brand Popeyes is to open its first site in Scotland later this year.
YouTubers the Sidemen plan to open 10 chicken restaurants this year
YouTubers the Sidemen have launched a fourth standalone restaurant in the UK as part of plans to open 10 sites under their Sides fried chicken brand this year.
Investigation launched after blaze destroys ‘Britain’s wonkiest pub’
Police have launched an investigation after a fire gutted “Britain’s wonkiest pub” on Saturday evening.
Headland hotel’s solar panel bid rejected by councillors due to ‘heritage’ concerns
The Headland hotel in Newquay has said it remains “absolutely committed” to reducing its carbon footprint despite councillors unanimous rejection of its plan to install over 450 solar panels on site.
Toby Carvery loses out on 600 guests after weekend fridge failure
A Toby Carvery restaurant in Bristol was forced to turn away 600 guests over the weekend due to a fridge failure.
Life’s Kitchen named resident catering partner of Glaziers Hall
City-based catering company Life’s Kitchen has been appointed resident catering partner of Glaziers Hall in London Bridge for an undisclosed sum.
Boss of Shakespeare’s Globe backs calls for tax-free shopping for tourists
Calls for the reintroduction of tax-free shopping for tourists have been supported by the chief executive of Shakespeare’s Globe theatre, who said ticket sales have fallen since it was stopped in January 2021.
Pub closure report causes ‘unnecessary alarm’ says JD Wetherspoon founder
Reports of pub closures have created “unnecessary alarm”, according to JD Wetherspoon founder Tim Martin, who added that the pub giant had set new sales records this year.
Hospitality accounts for 10% of company administrations in 2023
The hospitality industry accounted for 10% of company administrations in the first six months of 2023 – the fourth highest sector in the UK.
Warning over developers closing pubs without planning permission
Developers are flouting regulations by closing pubs without the required planning permission, according to research by the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA).