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François O’Neill brings Parisian style brasserie to London

Published 4 February 2020

Bringing a piece of Paris to London, this Spring François O’Neill is opening brasserie and wine bar Maison François in …

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Mambow to open in Shoreditch

Published 3 February 2020

The ever-expanding Shoreditch area will get a new homely place to eat with the arrival of Mambow later this month. …

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The Gantry to become latest Stratford opening

Published 31 January 2020

Joining new openings such as Allegra and The Stratford Hotel, The Gantry gives us yet another reason to head east. …

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Britain’s top 50 gastropubs 2020 revealed

Published 29 January 2020

The news of this year’s Top 50 Gastropubs, in an awards ceremony sponsored by Estrella Damm, was greeted with enthusiasm …

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D&D head to Birmingham to open rooftop restaurant

Published 28 January 2020

Restaurant group D&D have agreed terms with Sterling Property Ventures to launch a rooftop restaurant in Birmingham. Set to open …

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Dominique Ansel to launch bistro and café Treehouse

Published 27 January 2020

On 10 February renowned pastry chef Dominique Ansel will launch Treehouse. Located on Floral Street, the site will be an …

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Clare Smyth moves beyond her Core project

Published 26 January 2020

Great news for Australia after months of sad headlines: the internationally renowned restaurateur Clare Smyth is heading to Sydney for …

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NYC inspires Peckham’s latest opening

Published 24 January 2020

More news from one of London’s hottest culinary spots: Peckham. The next big opening in the area will be Larry’s …

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Kudu spin-off launches in Peckham

Published 23 January 2020

Just opened for business is Smokey Kudu, the first spin-off from the popular Peckham restaurant Kudu. To compliment the main …

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Whitechapel Gallery gets a new restaurant

Published 22 January 2020

It’s got a great location and brilliantly curated art – now the Whitechapel Gallery is to have a restaurant that …

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TAKA Marylebone to launch in May

Published 20 January 2020

Japanese restaurant TAKA is opening its second London location in Marylebone. Located on the former site of Pan-Asian restaurant Providores, …

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Àclèaf to open in Devon

Published 17 January 2020

Devonshire chef Scott Paton is a launching new restaurant, Àclèaf, on 22 January. Located in 5-star country manor House Boringdon …

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Hospitality matchmaker Residency launches in London

Published 16 January 2020

New initiative Residency seeks to give aspiring restaurateurs a step on the ladder by pairing vacant restaurant venues with emerging …

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Bar Douro to open second site in the city

Published 15 January 2020

On 28 January, Portuguese wine bar and restaurant Bar Douro will open its second site in the Finsbury Avenue development …

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Big Fernand returns to London

Published 14 January 2020

Parisian burger brand Big Fernand has returned to London to open its latest site in South Kensington. Having launched in …

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The Ethicurean to open in Cornwall

Published 13 January 2020

Ten years after opening in Britsol, The Ethicurean is celebrating its anniversary by launching its second venture at Trevibban Mill …

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Giannino Dal 1899 to open first London restaurant in Mayfair

Published 10 January 2020

Established in Milan, this February Giannino Dal 1899 will launch its first London site in Mayfair. The renowned Italian restaurant …

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Sarap to open in Brixton

Published 8 January 2020

Having run successful supper clubs and completed several residencies, most recently at The Sun & 13 Cantons in Soho, chef-founder …

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Club Mexicana to open permanent site in Soho

Published 7 January 2020

Mexican-Californian inspired vegan street food brand Club Mexicana is set to open its first permanent site in March. Founded 5 …

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Louie to open in Covent Garden

Published 6 January 2020

Three-storey restaurant and bar Louie will open at the former site of Michelin-starred L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon in Covent Garden. …

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Ashley Palmer-Watts announces departure from The Fat Duck Group

Published 3 January 2020

After 20 years, Ashley Palmer-Watts has announced he is to leave The Fat Duck Group. In a statement posted to …

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Bakery and café Brick House announces closure

Published 2 January 2020

The team behind sourdough bakery and café Brick House has announced they will not be re-opening both their Peckham and …

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Pizza Pilgrims to launch immersive restaurant in Victoria

Published 20 December 2019

On 13 January Pizza Pilgrims is to launch an immersive pizza pilgrimage restaurant in Victoria. The pizzeria will be an …

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Sessions Arts Club to open in 2020

Published 19 December 2019

Sessions Arts club, a new creative studio from painter Jonny Gent together with business partners restaurateur Jon Spiteri and architect …

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Andrew Lloyd Webber to open restaurant with Caprice Holdings

Published 18 December 2019

LW Theatres has announced that Caprice Holdings will launch a restaurant within the Theatre Royal Drury Lane when it reopens …

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Gregory Marchand launches collaboration with Sushi Shop

Published 17 December 2019

In January, Gregory Marchand will launch a collaborative menu with European sushi brand Sushi Shop. The collaboration will be available …

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The Hoxton to open in Rome

Published 16 December 2019

The Hoxton has announced that Rome will be the location of the brand’s 10th hotel. The Hoxton, Rome will be …

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Alan Yau to launch Mozzasando

Published 16 December 2019

Veteran restaurateur and Wagamama founder Alan Yau has joined forces with the team behind mozarella bar Obicà to launch Mozzasando. …

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Monica Berg launches digital platform ‘Back of House’

Published 13 December 2019

Internationally renowned bartender Monica Berg has launched a new digital platform- Back of House. The free online resource provides a …

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Entries now open for the Fortnum & Mason Food and Drink Awards 2020

Published 12 December 2019

Entries for the Fortnum & Mason Food and Drink Awards 2020 are now open. Since 2012 the awards have celebrated …