The team at 1 Warwick welcomed guests to enjoy panoramic views over Soho, from lunch al fresco, to late-night dinner and cocktails Situated on the sixth floor of 1 Warwick in the heart of London’s Soho, Yasmin – an intimate rooftop restaurant and bar with a stunning wrap-around terrace – will open on Tuesday 9th April. From next month, Yasmin will welcome guests for seasonal small plates and elegant cocktails with a vibrant new menu from Executive Chef Tom Cenci, who also oversees the kitchen at 1 Warwick’s ground floor restaurant, Nessa. By day, the secluded 64-cover terrace will offer a uniq ..read more

American Express-supported grant programme aims to highlight the important role independent restaurants play in their communities and provide valuable support.   Small independent restaurants in London and Manchester can now apply for a share of £220,000 to help grow their business as an American Express-supported grant programme returns for a third year to the UK.    Run by the International Downtown Association (IDA) Foundation in partnership with the Association of Town & City Management (ATCM) in the UK, the global Backing International Small Restaurantsprogramme&nb ..read more

Twenty winners of the Springboard Awards for Excellence 2024 have been announced at a prestigious ceremony hosted by comedian Simon Brodkin at the InterContinental Park Lane. Delivered in partnership with headline sponsor IHG, the awards celebrated those that have gone above and beyond to grow their organisations, look after their people and champion the industry. The evening began with the Fiona Colley Trainee of the Year Award, sponsored by Savoy Educational Trust. Winner Sophie Pace-Balzan was recognised for showing tenacity and passion to overcome challenges which had previously prevented ..read more

Popeyes® UK, the UK’s fastest-growing chicken QSR brand, has appointed Peter Gibson as Director of Acquisitions and Estates. The appointment comes after Popeyes® announced plans to double its estate in 2024, opening over 30 new locations by the end of year, to firmly cement its presence in all four corners of the UK. Tom Byng, Chief Development Officer at Popeyes®, said:  “We are delighted to welcome Peter to Popeyes® to lead our property acquisition strategy. His experience in the hospitality industry and proven track record of helping some of the biggest restaurant groups across the U ..read more

This March, The Conduit London is set to open its doors to Rucola – a Brooklyn-founded restaurant, located on the rooftop of the Covent Garden members club. The vibrant dining destination will offer member and non-member guests a space to soak in panoramic views of London’s skyline, whilst enjoying plant-forward dishes made with thoughtfully-sourced ingredients, alongside ethically sourced meat, fish and dairy, natural wines and sustainable cocktails. The relaxed rooftop retreat will take diners on a culinary journey with its open kitchen, which offers a selection of dishes influenced by North ..read more

The two Michelin-star restaurant is situated in the heart of midtown Manhattan. Le Jardinier is French for ‘The Garden’, with a plant themed décor, complimenting it’s name. Within the restaurant there is a contemporary classic feel with plants used to divide the booth seating areas and delicate mood lighting to set the tone. The culinary experience was enhanced by the décor as it creates a relaxing atmosphere, with calmative music and fresh floral aromas.  The fine dining French cuisine had a modern classic feel with the chefs demonstrating a creative presentation for an exceptional culi ..read more

In the ever-shifting seas of consumer spending, anyone involved in the selling of seafood can thrive from a better understanding of the current trends and market opportunities. Our latest report, ‘Fish and Chips in Foodservice’, looks at the insights we’ve uncovered based on data gathered over two years (to September 2023). The first step to changing or reacting to buying behaviour is knowing what drives customers. Our report on out-of-home seafood sales combines industry data with consumer surveys to reveal the bigger picture. The headline news is that, despite declining fish and chip shop sa ..read more

Unlock the future of interactive entertainment with HQ.FM‘s revolutionary quiz software – where convenience meets reliability, ensuring your game night is an uninterrupted success. Gone are the days of downloading clunky apps that consume precious space on your guests devices. HQ.FM‘s innovative platform allows you to dive right into the fun with no additional downloads necessary. Experience the freedom of hassle-free setup as you say goodbye to extra costly hardware, and embrace the simplicity of our user-friendly interface. With HQ.FM, location is never a limitation. Whether you’re hosting a ..read more

New measures will unlock greater opportunities for small businesses to benefit from fully funded apprenticeships and upskill their workforce Following the news that the Government will fully fund apprenticeships in small businesses by paying the full cost of training for anyone up to the age of 21, there is no one more delighted than HIT Training – the market-leading specialist apprenticeship and training provider for the UK’s hospitality, catering and retail industries. At a speech to the Business Connect conference, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, announced a range of measures to support small a ..read more

The Sloane Stanley Estate has announced that Josephine, the new neighbourhood French bistro concept by Michelin-starred Claude Bosi and Lucy Bosi, has opened at 315 Fulham Road. Josephine by Claude Bosi has opened a 2,633 sq ft restaurant space on the corner of Fulham Road, marking a prominent addition to the Sloane Stanley Estate and complementing the wider F&B and retail offer. The new concept transcends the traditional French ambience and pays homage to the Bosi family, offering classics such as French Onion Soup, Oeuf en geleé, Salade Lyonnaise, and Leek Vinaigrette. A variety of wines ..read more