Editorial - CODE

5 Dishes to Try at The Hero

Published 22 June 2026

The Hero in Maida Vale is one of the most beloved pubs in the Public House Group stable, known for …

5 Dishes to Try at The Hero

Published 22 June 2026

The Hero in Maida Vale is one of the most beloved pubs in the Public House Group stable, known for …

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Monday Bulletin: Bancone | KID | Dorothy’s

Published 22 June 2026

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What we’re reading

Published 19 June 2026

The CODE Lunch: Romano’s at Simpson’s in the Strand Introducing the CODE Lunch, a new series which sees CODE sit …

What we’re reading

Published 19 June 2026

The CODE Lunch: Romano’s at Simpson’s in the Strand Introducing the CODE Lunch, a new series which sees CODE sit …

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The CODE Lunch: Romano’s at Simpson’s in the Strand

Published 18 June 2026

Introducing the CODE Lunch, a new series which sees CODE sit down to lunch at a major new restaurant opening …

Monday Bulletin: The Pharmacy | Johnny Boy’s | The Pem

Published 15 June 2026

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Monday Bulletin: The Pharmacy | Johnny Boy’s | The Pem

Published 15 June 2026

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Published 12 June 2026

Putting Norfolk wine on the map An interview with Jules Perowne, CEO of Perowne International, on building Cobble Hill, her …

Monday Bulletin: Salone | Café Clement | Kong

Published 8 June 2026

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Monday Bulletin: Salone | Café Clement | Kong

Published 8 June 2026

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CODE Neighbourhoods: Michael Sager’s Hackney

Published 5 June 2026

Welcome to CODE Neighbourhoods, an essential guide to Hackney from the chefs and restaurateurs that know it best. Michael Sager …

VAT’s The Problem

Published 2 June 2026

Dear reader, I love hospitality. We all know what an amazing industry it is but at the same time we …

VAT’s The Problem

Published 2 June 2026

Dear reader, I love hospitality. We all know what an amazing industry it is but at the same time we …

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Monday Bulletin: Turn Up Truck | Bubala | Clementine

Published 1 June 2026

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CODE Neighbourhoods: Budgie Montoya of Cafe Kowloon’s Hackney

Published 29 May 2026

Welcome to CODE Neighbourhoods, an essential guide to Hackney from the chefs and restaurateurs that know it best. Budgie Montoya …

CODE Neighbourhoods: Budgie Montoya of Cafe Kowloon’s Hackney

Published 29 May 2026

Welcome to CODE Neighbourhoods, an essential guide to Hackney from the chefs and restaurateurs that know it best. Budgie Montoya …

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What we’re reading

Published 29 May 2026

A first look at The Latimer: Good Food Guide Good Food Guide owner Adam Hyman with an indirect plea to …

On Legacy: women making a mark on the hospitality industry

Published 28 May 2026

One strong theme that came through in our interviews with CODE’s three Women of the Year this year – Fay …

On Legacy: women making a mark on the hospitality industry

Published 28 May 2026

One strong theme that came through in our interviews with CODE’s three Women of the Year this year – Fay …

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Monday Bulletin: Firangi | PYR | The White Horse

Published 26 May 2026

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Published 24 May 2026

The disobedient language of Bulgarian food: Chuzhdopoklonnichestvo “Why is rusticity aspirational when it’s Tuscan but embarrassing when it’s Balkan?” asks Bulgarian chef and restaurateur …

What we’re reading

Published 24 May 2026

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CODE Neighbourhoods: Charlie Sims and Honey Spencer’s Hackney

Published 22 May 2026

Welcome to CODE Neighbourhoods, an essential guide to Hackney from the chefs and restaurateurs that know it best. Honey Spencer …

Good, Better, Best – How Victor Lugger turned the QR code into a tool for world-class hospitality

Published 19 May 2026

Victor Lugger founded the Big Mamma Group in Paris with Tigrane Seydoux in 2013. The group now operates 36 restaurants …

Good, Better, Best – How Victor Lugger turned the QR code into a tool for world-class hospitality

Published 19 May 2026

Victor Lugger founded the Big Mamma Group in Paris with Tigrane Seydoux in 2013. The group now operates 36 restaurants …

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Monday Bulletin: Appalachia | VERiFAIR | Dante Mayfair

Published 18 May 2026

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Published 15 May 2026

A local’s guide to North Cornwall Summer getaway planning made easy with local expert Emma Henderson’s guide to the North …

What we’re reading

Published 15 May 2026

A local’s guide to North Cornwall Summer getaway planning made easy with local expert Emma Henderson’s guide to the North …

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CODE Neighbourhoods: Oded Oren’s Hackney

Published 14 May 2026

Welcome to CODE Neighbourhoods, an essential guide to Hackney from the chefs and restaurateurs that know it best. First up, …

Monday Bulletin: Nobu | CODE Neighbourhoods | Chez Rose

Published 11 May 2026

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Monday Bulletin: Nobu | CODE Neighbourhoods | Chez Rose

Published 11 May 2026

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Published 8 May 2026

A first look at The Trof, Manchester Trof (est. 2003) in Manchester’s Northern Quarter has been rebranded as The Trof …

CODE Neighbourhoods: Hackney

Published 8 May 2026

For the first in our new series, CODE Neighbourhoods, we’re heading east to Hackney, home to some of the most exciting …

CODE Neighbourhoods: Hackney

Published 8 May 2026

For the first in our new series, CODE Neighbourhoods, we’re heading east to Hackney, home to some of the most exciting …

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Pre-register now for Happiest Places to Work 2027

Published 5 May 2026

Pre-registration is open for CODE’s Happiest Places to Work 2027. Our Happiest Places to Work campaign is a highlight of the …

What Makes a Happy Team?

Published 5 May 2026

Last year, CODE brought together some of the winners of CODE Hospitality’s Happiest Places to Work, in partnership with Planday, …

What Makes a Happy Team?

Published 5 May 2026

Last year, CODE brought together some of the winners of CODE Hospitality’s Happiest Places to Work, in partnership with Planday, …

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Monday Bulletin: Rosina | Nikita Pathakji | TOAD

Published 5 May 2026

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5 Dishes to Try at Sargasso

Published 5 May 2026

“It’s a privilege to work in a kitchen like Sargasso’s,” says Tess Dening, senior sous chef at Sargasso in Margate, the seaside …

5 Dishes to Try at Sargasso

Published 5 May 2026

“It’s a privilege to work in a kitchen like Sargasso’s,” says Tess Dening, senior sous chef at Sargasso in Margate, the seaside …

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What we’re reading

Published 30 April 2026

A first look at Burro, Covent Garden Trullo’s Conor Gadd has taken over one of the former Petersham Nurseries sites …

Why Handheld Service is Taking Over

Published 29 April 2026

At CODE, we spend a lot of time looking at what’s new on the restaurant floor and the new developments …

Why Handheld Service is Taking Over

Published 29 April 2026

At CODE, we spend a lot of time looking at what’s new on the restaurant floor and the new developments …

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12 Standout Initiatives from CODE Hospitality’s Happiest Places to Work

Published 29 April 2026

Every year, when we gather around the judging table to select the winners of CODE Hospitality’s Happiest Places to Work, …