Food writer Angela Clutton’s newest book, Seasoning, is a guide on how to cook and celebrate seasonal ingredients
Crooked House owners appeal against order to rebuild wonky pub
The owners of the Crooked House pub in Himley have lodged an appeal against the council’s order to rebuild the site “to what it was prior to the fire”.
RedCat Pub Company to place part of the business in administration
RedCat Pub Company is to put part of its business into administration, while a further 14 sites are to be put up for sale.
The Caledonian in Edinburgh to drop Waldorf Astoria branding
The Caledonian in Edinburgh is set to reposition itself from a Waldorf Astoria property into a Curio Collection by Hilton hotel this summer following a £35m investment.
A ‘groovy grand’ refurbishment for Hertfordshire’s the Grove hotel
The Grove is seeing the fruits of its three-year refurbishment, which retained its heritage while incorporating a modern, cosmopolitan feel
Ciaran McGill crowed CH&Co Chef of the Year 2024
Ciaran McGill, head chef for Gather & Gather Ireland, has been named CH&Co Chef of the Year 2024.
Government advised to lower National Living Wage threshold to 18
The Low Pay Commission (LPC) has recommended gradually lowering the age of eligibility for the National Living Wage from 21 to 18.
Simon Rogan’s apprenticeship scheme opens for applications
The Academy by Simon Rogan is accepting entries from prospective student apprentices for its September intake of front and back of house staff.
Dorian owner to open ‘Japanese bistro’ Urchin
Dorian owner Chris D’Sylva is set to open a second restaurant, having secured a Michelin star for his first site.
Lager than life: think bigger to create the perfect pub
With the local becoming an endangered species, it’s time to ensure your menu and drinks selection is what everyone wants from their pub. John Porter reports