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Best bites: Langoustine tacos at KOL and canapés at The Good Food Guide Top 20 launch

Published 21 October 2022

BiBo Shoreditch It’s not every day you get to learn from a true master of their trade, but in the …

Best bites: Langoustine tacos at KOL and canapés at The Good Food Guide Top 20 launch

Published 21 October 2022

BiBo Shoreditch It’s not every day you get to learn from a true master of their trade, but in the …

Industry news

Asma Khan signs new lease for Darjeeling Express

Published 20 October 2022

The chef Asma Khan announced this morning (20 Oct) that she has signed a new lease for her celeb-favourite restaurant Darjeeling …

Restaurant cooked without electricity or gas to protest rising energy costs

Published 19 October 2022

A Cheshire restaurant protested spiralling energy costs on 19 October by cooking a nine-course tasting menu without any electricity or …

Restaurant cooked without electricity or gas to protest rising energy costs

Published 19 October 2022

A Cheshire restaurant protested spiralling energy costs on 19 October by cooking a nine-course tasting menu without any electricity or …

Industry news

Monday Bulletin: Fernando Trocca’s latest pop-up and Artfarm’s new seafood restaurant

Published 17 October 2022

Catch up on the latest industry news stories of the week from the CODE Bulletin Mostrador The Argentinian chef and restaurateur …

Best bites: Terrine en croûte at The Barley Mow and seafood gohan at SUMI

Published 14 October 2022

The Barley Mow Downstairs, the newly opened Barley Mow in Mayfair is a proper pub. I’d prefer it if they …

Best bites: Terrine en croûte at The Barley Mow and seafood gohan at SUMI

Published 14 October 2022

The Barley Mow Downstairs, the newly opened Barley Mow in Mayfair is a proper pub. I’d prefer it if they …

Industry news

Nominations for CODE’s 30 Under 30 are now open

Published 14 October 2022

Our annual 30 Under 30 list celebrates those making waves in the industry, from chefs to sommeliers, suppliers to PRs. …

A first look around Mount St. Restaurant in Mayfair

Published 13 October 2022

Those who might enjoy dining next to a Matisse and one of two Freuds – one being his Plate of …

A first look around Mount St. Restaurant in Mayfair

Published 13 October 2022

Those who might enjoy dining next to a Matisse and one of two Freuds – one being his Plate of …

Industry news

Restaurant closures in Britain: A monthly updated list

Published 13 October 2022

In the wake of soaring energy prices, staff shortages, post-Covid debt and the cost of living crisis, a perfect storm …

CODE meets Mr Yum co-founder and CEO Kim Teo

Published 12 October 2022

CODE caught up with Mr Yum co-founder and CEO Kim Teo to find out what makes the tech guru tick. …

CODE meets Mr Yum co-founder and CEO Kim Teo

Published 12 October 2022

CODE caught up with Mr Yum co-founder and CEO Kim Teo to find out what makes the tech guru tick. …

Industry news

Exclusive: Hospitality group Ennismore reveals in-house concept studio behind dozens of restaurant brands

Published 12 October 2022

The lifestyle hospitality company Ennismore has revealed its in-house concept studio that is behind dozens of bar and restaurants. Carte …

Multi-million pound recruitment drive launches in Westminster to combat staffing crisis

Published 10 October 2022

A new hospitality recruitment initiative has been launched to tackle the industry’s staffing crisis. Westminster Works is a new multi-million …

Multi-million pound recruitment drive launches in Westminster to combat staffing crisis

Published 10 October 2022

A new hospitality recruitment initiative has been launched to tackle the industry’s staffing crisis. Westminster Works is a new multi-million …

Industry news

Monday Bulletin: Officina 00 in Fitzrovia and trouble at Clarkson’s farm

Published 10 October 2022

Catch up on the latest industry news stories of the week from the CODE Bulletin Emma Underwood’s next move Emma Underwood …

Exclusive: Emma Underwood named GM at the Midland Grand Dining Room

Published 10 October 2022

Last month, we reported the hotelier Harry Handelsman’s new project, the Midland Grand Dining Room, which will be in the …

Exclusive: Emma Underwood named GM at the Midland Grand Dining Room

Published 10 October 2022

Last month, we reported the hotelier Harry Handelsman’s new project, the Midland Grand Dining Room, which will be in the …

Recipes & reviews

Best bites: Cod cheeks at The French House and Kolkata fish chaap at Farzi Café

Published 7 October 2022

Farzi Café Sometimes that sad sandwich you packed for a quick, desk-bound lunch just won’t cut the mustard. When you …

London’s latest good food pub: Bouchon Racine at The Three Compasses

Published 6 October 2022

There has been a surge of quality food pubs this year. The Three Compasses, taken on by chef Henry Harris …

London’s latest good food pub: Bouchon Racine at The Three Compasses

Published 6 October 2022

There has been a surge of quality food pubs this year. The Three Compasses, taken on by chef Henry Harris …

Industry news

Ynyshir’s Gareth Ward and Amelia Eiriksson on their new restaurant Gwen

Published 4 October 2022

Our sister title The Good Food Guide published on Monday a story about a new restaurant from Ynyshir’s Gareth Ward …

Monday Bulletin: The return of the carvery and Ikoyi 2.0

Published 3 October 2022

Catch up on the latest industry news stories of the week from the CODE Bulletin A pub with an actual carvery …

Monday Bulletin: The return of the carvery and Ikoyi 2.0

Published 3 October 2022

Catch up on the latest industry news stories of the week from the CODE Bulletin A pub with an actual carvery …

Industry news

Zeren Wilson on the thrill of opening John Dory against all the odds

Published 30 September 2022

A few friends and I have just opened a wine shop and bar by the seaside. It’s been a whirlwind …

D&D London co-founder Des Gunewardena leaves restaurant group after 16 years

Published 30 September 2022

The co-founder of D&D London, Des Gunewardena, is leaving the restaurant group to pursue other ventures. D&D has appointed its co-founder, …

D&D London co-founder Des Gunewardena leaves restaurant group after 16 years

Published 30 September 2022

The co-founder of D&D London, Des Gunewardena, is leaving the restaurant group to pursue other ventures. D&D has appointed its co-founder, …

Recipes & reviews

Best bites: Grouse at Corrigan’s and an Ynyshir pop-up at Soho Farmhouse

Published 30 September 2022

Plaza Khao Gaeng At the risk of sounding dramatic, I’d say I’m addicted to spice. There’s a bottle of Tabasco …

CODE Meets Alex Dilling

Published 29 September 2022

Hey Alex, I imagine it’s been a very busy few months for you?! Yes! It’s been a crazy few months. …

CODE Meets Alex Dilling

Published 29 September 2022

Hey Alex, I imagine it’s been a very busy few months for you?! Yes! It’s been a crazy few months. …

Industry news

The Audley Public House in Mayfair sounds very good indeed

Published 27 September 2022

The Audley Public House in Mayfair has been a long time coming and it finally reopened this week after a …

Monday Bulletin: A new Parisian residency for Kennington and a lot of lamb chops

Published 26 September 2022

Catch up on the latest industry news stories of the week from the CODE Bulletin Retan Exclusive: The travelling supper club …

Monday Bulletin: A new Parisian residency for Kennington and a lot of lamb chops

Published 26 September 2022

Catch up on the latest industry news stories of the week from the CODE Bulletin Retan Exclusive: The travelling supper club …

Industry insights

Native’s Imogen Davis on what the government needs to do for hospitality ahead of Christmas

Published 25 September 2022

Heading into winter is usually a time of bubbling anticipation for us. Christmas party bookings flood the inbox and the …

Best bites: Barnsley chops and Thai nostalgia

Published 23 September 2022

Crispin, Spitalfields I can’t believe I’ve gone this long without trying the original Crispin in Spitalfields. What a place. What a …

Best bites: Barnsley chops and Thai nostalgia

Published 23 September 2022

Crispin, Spitalfields I can’t believe I’ve gone this long without trying the original Crispin in Spitalfields. What a place. What a …

Industry news

New ‘British-Basque’ dining concept to launch in Chelsea

Published 21 September 2022

A new restaurant, bar and garden called King’s House will open on the King’s Road in Chelsea on 14 October. …

Monday Bulletin: Cod’s roe with frazzles and Alex Bond’s fried chicken shop

Published 20 September 2022

Catch up on the latest industry news stories of the week from the CODE Bulletin Patrick Powell’s new restaurant Exclusive: The hotelier …

Monday Bulletin: Cod’s roe with frazzles and Alex Bond’s fried chicken shop

Published 20 September 2022

Catch up on the latest industry news stories of the week from the CODE Bulletin Patrick Powell’s new restaurant Exclusive: The hotelier …

Industry news

Exclusive: Patrick Powell to open new restaurant in former Gilbert Scott space

Published 20 September 2022

The hotelier and developer Harry Handelsman will again team up with the Irish chef Patrick Powell to open a new …

Inside The Tent restaurant, where photos of food are banned

Published 16 September 2022

Despite my initial, embarrassing reckoning, London’s newest restaurant of note is not found inside the windowed retail block on the …

Inside The Tent restaurant, where photos of food are banned

Published 16 September 2022

Despite my initial, embarrassing reckoning, London’s newest restaurant of note is not found inside the windowed retail block on the …

Recipes & reviews

Best bites: Pub grub in Marylebone and lobster by the sea

Published 16 September 2022

Tattu, Leeds During a brief jaunt to Leeds last week, I found the ideal location for those visiting the city …

Best bites: Langoustine tacos at KOL and canapés at The Good Food Guide Top 20 launch

Best bites: Langoustine tacos at KOL and canapés at The Good Food Guide Top 20 launch

Asma Khan signs new lease for Darjeeling Express

Restaurant cooked without electricity or gas to protest rising energy costs

Restaurant cooked without electricity or gas to protest rising energy costs

Monday Bulletin: Fernando Trocca’s latest pop-up and Artfarm’s new seafood restaurant

Best bites: Terrine en croûte at The Barley Mow and seafood gohan at SUMI

Best bites: Terrine en croûte at The Barley Mow and seafood gohan at SUMI

Nominations for CODE’s 30 Under 30 are now open

A first look around Mount St. Restaurant in Mayfair

A first look around Mount St. Restaurant in Mayfair

Restaurant closures in Britain: A monthly updated list

CODE meets Mr Yum co-founder and CEO Kim Teo

CODE meets Mr Yum co-founder and CEO Kim Teo

Exclusive: Hospitality group Ennismore reveals in-house concept studio behind dozens of restaurant brands

Multi-million pound recruitment drive launches in Westminster to combat staffing crisis

Multi-million pound recruitment drive launches in Westminster to combat staffing crisis

Monday Bulletin: Officina 00 in Fitzrovia and trouble at Clarkson’s farm

Exclusive: Emma Underwood named GM at the Midland Grand Dining Room

Exclusive: Emma Underwood named GM at the Midland Grand Dining Room

Best bites: Cod cheeks at The French House and Kolkata fish chaap at Farzi Café

London’s latest good food pub: Bouchon Racine at The Three Compasses

London’s latest good food pub: Bouchon Racine at The Three Compasses

Ynyshir’s Gareth Ward and Amelia Eiriksson on their new restaurant Gwen

Monday Bulletin: The return of the carvery and Ikoyi 2.0

Monday Bulletin: The return of the carvery and Ikoyi 2.0

Zeren Wilson on the thrill of opening John Dory against all the odds

D&D London co-founder Des Gunewardena leaves restaurant group after 16 years

D&D London co-founder Des Gunewardena leaves restaurant group after 16 years

Best bites: Grouse at Corrigan’s and an Ynyshir pop-up at Soho Farmhouse

CODE Meets Alex Dilling

CODE Meets Alex Dilling

The Audley Public House in Mayfair sounds very good indeed

Monday Bulletin: A new Parisian residency for Kennington and a lot of lamb chops

Monday Bulletin: A new Parisian residency for Kennington and a lot of lamb chops

Native’s Imogen Davis on what the government needs to do for hospitality ahead of Christmas

Best bites: Barnsley chops and Thai nostalgia

Best bites: Barnsley chops and Thai nostalgia

New ‘British-Basque’ dining concept to launch in Chelsea

Monday Bulletin: Cod’s roe with frazzles and Alex Bond’s fried chicken shop

Monday Bulletin: Cod’s roe with frazzles and Alex Bond’s fried chicken shop

Exclusive: Patrick Powell to open new restaurant in former Gilbert Scott space

Inside The Tent restaurant, where photos of food are banned

Inside The Tent restaurant, where photos of food are banned

Best bites: Pub grub in Marylebone and lobster by the sea

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