Some progress has been made towards key diversity targets in the hospitality, travel and leisure industries despite the turbulence to the sector brought about by the pandemic.
Chestnut raises £7m towards growth and expansion
East Angelia-based hospitality group Chestnut has raised £7m through an injection of capital from a range of private investors, which it plans to put towards growth and expansion.
The Harper hotel offers a boutique and unique taste of North Norfolk
The Harper, a coastal hotel created in a former glassblowing factory, is steeped in North Norfolk history, from its sympathetic restoration of an ancient building to the celebration of local produce on the menu and the seal-watching tours offered to guests.
Welsh government announces ‘final package of support’ for businesses impacted by restrictions
The Welsh government has announced what it describes as a “final package of emergency support” for businesses still impacted by coronavirus restrictions.
Hospitality calls for ‘test to release’ scheme as staff isolation continues to close venues
Hospitality businesses are facing a situation “worse than lockdown” with venues forced to close without financial support due to staff needing to self-isolate.
Brigade Bar + Kitchen appoints Doni Ramalho as general manager
Doni Ramalho has been appointed general manager of Brigade Bar + Kitchen, a social enterprise restaurant specialising in live-fire cooking.
Adriana Cavita to open first restaurant in London
Mexican chef Adriana Cavita is opening her first restaurant in the UK this November in London’s Marylebone.
Menuwatch: Meadowsweet, Norfolk
This Norfolk restaurant with rooms is being run by a couple bringing experience of the luxury and service of country house hotels to a boutique business.
The Caterer’s Supplier Awards 2021 are open for entries
The Caterer is delighted to announce the launch of its Supplier Awards, which are now open for entries.
Former Darby’s executive chef Dean Parker to open Celentano’s in Glasgow
Dean Parker, former executive chef of Robin Gill’s Darby’s in London, is to open his first restaurant with wife Anna in Glasgow, called Celentano’s.

