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Monday Bulletin: Saltie Girl opens in Mayfair and Asma Khan returns to Kingly Court

Published 7 November 2022

Catch up on the latest industry news stories of the week from the CODE Bulletin Hix to the Groucho The industry …

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First look at Cycene menu from Theo Clench

Published 6 November 2022

Theo Clench’s new restaurant Cycene has opened in Shoreditch, London. Cycene – meaning kitchen in Old English – emulates the …

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Landlord responds after Simpson’s Tavern launches campaign to take locks off doors

Published 2 November 2022

One of London’s oldest restaurants has been forced to close after the landlord locked the doors in a dispute over …

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Where to find The Dumbwaiter newspaper

Published 2 November 2022

The Dumbwaiter is a free newspaper for people who love hospitality from the publishers of CODE Hospitality and The Good …

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Mark Hix joins the Groucho Club as food and beverage director

Published 2 November 2022

The industry stalwart Mark Hix has been named the new director of food and beverage at the Groucho Club. Not …

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The Fat Duck, Brutto and Gymkhana among StreetSmart fundraisers

Published 1 November 2022

StreetSmart’s yearly campaign to raise funds to support homelessness in the UK is now underway. The charity encourages diners to …

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Monday Bulletin: Berbere Pizza in Kentish Town and Gaucho heads to Liverpool

Published 31 October 2022

Catch up on the latest industry news stories of the week from the CODE Bulletin Casa Exclusive: The chef Peter Sanchez-Iglesias …

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Exclusive: Casa, from Peter Sanchez-Iglesias, will replace Casamia in Bristol

Published 31 October 2022

The chef Peter Sanchez-Iglesias is finally ready to share more on his new restaurant, Casa, which will replace Casamia, his …

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Nigerian restaurant Chuku’s fights threat of closure with six-week campaign

Published 28 October 2022

The Nigerian tapas restaurant Chuku’s has launched a six-week campaign to save it from closure. The restaurant, in Tottenham, opened …

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Björn Frantzén will launch neo-Nordic concept at Harrods in November

Published 27 October 2022

The Swedish chef Björn Frantzén will launch Studio Frantzén at Harrods on 28 November. The restaurant, rooftop terrace and bar …

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Marugame Udon announces first restaurant outside London as part of major expansion

Published 25 October 2022

The casual Japanese noodle brand Marugame Udon has announced plans to open six new restaurants in the next six months, …

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Simon Rogan & photographer Cristian Barnett release L’Enclume commemorative photo series One Dish

Published 24 October 2022

The chef Simon Rogan has teamed up with photographer Cristian Barnett to create One Dish, a book celebrating 20 years …

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Monday Bulletin: Asma Khan signs new lease and Boiling Point to return as BBC drama series

Published 24 October 2022

Catch up on the latest industry news stories of the week from the CODE Bulletin Asma Khan finds new home The …

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Kitchen drama Boiling Point to return as five-part series

Published 21 October 2022

Fans of the feature film Boiling Point will be pleased to learn that a new drama series is in the …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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. …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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, …

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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 …

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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 …