Chipotle to open Asian restaurant concept
The Mexican restaurant chain Chipotle is preparing to open an Asian restaurant, which will apply the same concept of quality fast food to a different cuisine.
Archives for April 13, 2011
Cider is only alcohol to escape drops in consumption
Consumption of cider in the UK has increased marginally over the past year, although volumes were down for beer, wine and spirits, according to the latest data from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).
RSPCA awards open for restaurants and pubs that source ethically
Pubs, restaurants and caterers are being called on to enter the RSCPA Good Business Awards, which recognise companies for their contribution to animal welfare by offering higher welfare products on their menus.
Barracuda grows Smith & Jones chain to 150 pubs
Pub operator Barracuda Group is to open the 150th pub in its Smith & Jones portfolio later this month, following the conversion of some of its other pubs into the new brand format.
Sommelier of the Year 2011 finalists revealed
The Academy of Food and Wine Service (AFWS) has revealed the 16 finalists of this year’s Sommelier of the Year competition.
Police pub clampdown is ‘abuse’
Licensees are being threatened with arrest and pubs with closure in a clampdown by police forces across the country, which has been labelled “an abuse”.