Four people accused of fraud after the collapse of bakery chain Patisserie Valerie will not face trial until 2026, a court heard.
Louis Vuitton to design 2023 Claridge’s Christmas tree
The Christmas tree in the lobby of Claridge’s hotel will this year be designed by Louis Vuitton.
Sodexo secures 10-year extension to Tettenhall College contract
Sodexo has secured a 10-year extension to its 50-year partnership with Tettenhall College, an independent, co-educational day and boarding school near Wolverhampton.
Two arrests after rodents thrown into McDonald’s restaurants
Two men have been arrested after live rodents were thrown into two McDonald’s restaurants in Birmingham.
Phil Howard named honorary president of RACA Annual Awards of Excellence
Phil Howard has been named as the next honorary president of the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts Annual Awards of Excellence (AAE).
Boutique biscuit brand Biscuiteers targets hotels as part of expansion plan
Hand-iced biscuit company Biscuiteers is launching a Christmas collection created for some of the country’s most prestigious hotels, including the Langham and the Newt in Somerset.
Jeremy King to relaunch Simpson’s in the Strand [updated]
Jeremy King is planning to relaunch the historic Simpson’s in the Strand restaurant in London next year.
The Pig hotel group launches first-ever Pig sparkling wines
Boutique hotel group the Pig has entered the English sparkling wine category with the launch of its first ever bottles of English fizz.
Chef Helen Graham leaves Bubala to pursue solo projects
Helen Graham has stepped down as executive chef of London restaurant group Bubala after five years to pursue solo projects.
Roux Scholarship opens for entries as it looks to celebrate 40th year
The Roux Scholarship 2024 has opened for entries as the competition prepares to mark its 40th anniversary.

