The search is on for the Kitchen Porter of the Year 2023, the award that recognises the unsung heroes of the professional kitchen.
Vacherin on keeping its boutique values after joining CH&Co
Three years after its sale to CH&Co, Vacherin’s managing director tells Rosalind Mullen how it is retaining its boutique, independent caterer ethos while being part of a bigger player
Simon Shaw confirms El Gato Negro operator is ‘ready to expand’
Simon Shaw, chef patron and creative director of the group behind Spanish tapas restaurant El Gato Negro, has confirmed the business is “ready to expand subject to finding the right site”.
Home Office arrests 60 food delivery drivers
The Home Office has arrested 60 moped drivers from food delivery companies such as Deliveroo, UberEats and Just Eat as part of a government crackdown on alleged immigration offences.
Savoy Grill reopens after two-month refurbishment
Gordon Ramsay Restaurants has reopened the Savoy Grill in the Strand in London following a two-month refurbishment.
Join The Caterer’s Automation Webinar on 22 June
*The Caterer* and TalkTalk Business are hosting a free webinar to discuss the technologies powering hospitality businesses to solve the staffing crisis.
Storrs Hall owners add Lake District country house to portfolio
The owners of Storrs Hall in Windermere, Cumbria, have acquired the nearby 14-bedroom Lindeth Fell country house for an undisclosed price.
Premier Inn owner reports revenues 27% ahead of pre-pandemic
Premier Inn owner Whitbread has reported statutory revenue of £2.6b in its latest financial results, 27% ahead of pre-pandemic levels.
Craft Guild of Chefs extends entry deadline for National Chef of the Year
The Craft Guild of Chefs has extended the deadline for National Chef of the Year entries, with submissions now closing at midnight on Monday 22 May.
Group behind Kol and Casa do Frango launch £1m crowdfund
Restaurant group MJMK has launched a £1m fundraiser to open its second venue with chef Santiago Lastra and expand the Casa do Frango group across London.

