London-born Jacob Kenedy learned how to make gelato in Bologna’s famed Il Gelatauro during a year spent travelling around Italy.
Viewpoint: What’s in a name when it comes to a drink?
A pub can be a restaurant, but a restaurant can’t be a pub – but why are we still following this archaic licence ruling when there’s an industry to get back on its feet, asks Piers Warne, legal director at TLT.
Hove restaurateur banned for tax abuse
A Hove restaurant director has been disqualified for six years after under-declaring tax.
Former Ottolenghi chef to open Istanbul-inspired restaurant in October
Chef Esra Muslu has found a site in London’s Soho to open Zahter restaurant in October, inspired by her native Istanbul.
Hawthorn launches Proper Pubs operator managed brand
Hawthorn has announced the creation of its new operator managed platform, Proper Pubs, which will be run by director of managed operations Mark Brooke.
Alistair Macrow promoted to McDonald’s UK & Ireland CEO
Alistair Macrow has been promoted from global chief marketing officer at McDonald’s to chief executive of its UK & Ireland business.
Sargasso’s Ed Wilson and Josie Stead on bringing an Ibiza vibe to Margate
Ed Wilson and Josie Stead have taken the ethos behind their Hackney restaurant Brawn on holiday to Margate, where diners can order Mediterranean-style food and wine and be serenaded by a changing line-up of DJs while the sun sets.
Hang Fire Southern Kitchen closes permanently due to staff shortages
Acclaimed barbecue restaurant Hang Fire Southern Kitchen in Barry has closed permanently due to a shortage of hospitality staff.
Ten Young National Chef of the Year finalists revealed
The Young National Chef of the Year (YNCOTY) finalists have been announced ahead of the final stage of the competition in October.
Aquavit London appoints Jonas Karlsson as head chef
Jonas Karlsson has been appointed head chef at Nordic-style restaurant Aquavit London.

