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CODE meets Thomas Kochs, Corinthia London

Published 23 September 2020

This week, we chat to the managing director of Corinthia London Thomas Kochs. He tells us about maintaining the reputation …

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Keep on moving

Published 19 September 2020

In this week’s column, CODE founder Adam Hyman discusses how we need to keep on moving despite learning to live …

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CODE meets Joshua Jarvis, Wing Shack

Published 16 September 2020

Founder of Loughton-based chicken restaurant with a cult following, Joshua Jarvis has recently expanded Wing Shack Co. to Clerkenwell and …

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Central London restaurants worth the journey on the CODE app

Published 9 September 2020

With workers continuing to swap the office for home, a lack of tourists and many theatres and events still not back up and …

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CODE meets James Cochran, 12:51

Published 8 September 2020

Executive chef and owner of 12:51, winner of Great British Menu and one of CODE’s lockdown heroes, James Cochran has …

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So I got to thinking…

Published 5 September 2020

As New Jersey restaurants allow diners to eat inside but New York’s dining rooms remain closed, CODE founder Adam Hyman …

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Two minutes with Manu Canales, Kebab Queen and Maison Bab

Published 3 September 2020

In our latest quick fire interview, we hear from Manu Canales, head chef at Kebab Queen and Maison Bab. He …

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CODE meets Anna Haugh, Myrtle

Published 1 September 2020

In this week’s CODE meets, we chat to Anna Haugh, a chef shining the light on Irish food and produce …

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Now is the time to rally

Published 29 August 2020

In this week’s column, CODE founder Adam Hyman discusses the importance of rallying to protect our industry and reflects on …

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CODE meets Charlie Mellor, Laughing Heart

Published 26 August 2020

Restaurateur Charlie Mellor has had a busy few months revamping popular Hackney restaurant The Laughing Heart, as well as launching …

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The Colonel’s new normal

Published 25 August 2020

As KFC drops its “Finger Lickin’ Good” slogan, CODE’s Adam Hyman asks what else restaurants are going to tell us not to do …

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The changing concept of space and what it means for hospitality

Published 20 August 2020

In this weeks column, CODE’s Adam Hyman discusses how our relationship with space has changed over recent months and the …

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CODE meets Shuko Oda, Koya

Published 19 August 2020

Shuko Oda launched Japanese udon noodle restaurant Koya ten years ago, at a time when – with the exception of …

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Displacing the days

Published 15 August 2020

In his weekly column, CODE’s founder Adam Hyman discusses how the Eat Out to Help Out scheme has changed the …

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CODE meets Jun Tanaka, The Ninth

Published 12 August 2020

Jun Tanaka began his culinary career at Le Gavroche, going on to work alongside Michelin-starred chefs including Nico Ladenis and …

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Every little helps

Published 11 August 2020

CODE founder Adam Hyman looks at the Eat Out to Help Out scheme a week after it launched and what …

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CODE meets Rick & Katie, Prawn on the Lawn

Published 4 August 2020

The creativity of the hospitality industry has been more evident than ever in recent times, and Prawn On The Lawn …

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CODE meets Laura Christie & Selin Kiazim, Oklava

Published 28 July 2020

With sites in both Shoreditch and Fitzrovia, Turkish-Cypriot restaurant and wine bar Oklava is a firm favourite on the London …

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CODE meets Mitshel Ibrahim, Ombra

Published 21 July 2020

Having worked at some of London’s most renowned restaurants, including The Clove Club and The Dairy Group, and witnessed his …

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CODE meets Riaz Phillips, Community Comfort

Published 16 July 2020

Raising £20,000 in just two days to support Black and Ethnic Minority communities impacted by COVID-19, Community Comfort brings together …

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Learn in lockdown: Finance and strategy for reopening with Asif Muhammad

Published 26 June 2020

On Thursday 25 June, we welcomed back Asif Muhammad from financial management and operational consultants Main Course Associates for a follow up …

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Restaurant delivery – the new norm

Published 25 May 2020

Slerp and Crosstown founder JP Then talks about his experience as an independent operator with delivery and why he launched …

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Learn in lockdown: Wellbeing & Community with Harri

Published 21 May 2020

Looking after staff has been one of the biggest challenges for operators during COVID-19, and will likely alter the way …

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The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme: 5 FAQs

Published 14 May 2020

The hospitality sector has been one of the hardest hit by the coronavirus induced economic downturn. The Coronavirus Job Retention …

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Learn in lockdown: Design for social distancing with David Chenery

Published 12 May 2020

As we start to learn more about exiting lockdown and the restrictions that the Government will be putting in place …

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Hospitality industry resources from Harri

Published 12 May 2020

COVID-19 and the subsequent lockdown has presented unforeseen issues to our industry. Harri have created some useful resources in response …

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Learn in lockdown: Finance and strategy webinar with Asif Muhammad

Published 27 April 2020

On Monday 27 April, we hosted a webinar with financial management and operational consultants Main Course Associates, to advise how …

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Learn in lockdown: Andrew Clarke’s isolation kitchen

Published 19 April 2020

As part of CODE’s ‘Learn in lockdown’ series, where we bring insightful, educational and entertaining digital content to our community, …

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Learn in lockdown: Wine pairings with Bert Blaize and Claire Strickett

Published 18 April 2020

As part of CODE’s ‘Learn in lockdown’ series, where we bring insightful, educational and entertaining digital content to our community, …

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Learn in lockdown: Fix8 kombucha masterclass

Published 17 April 2020

On Wednesday 15 April, Fix8 kombucha took over the CODE Instagram Live for a kombucha brewing masterclass and live Q&A. …