Flash-grilled: Tom Peters
The former Masterchef: The Professionals finalist, who took over the stoves at Bob Bob Ricard last year, on how he got his start in the industry and his long-held admiration of Thomas Keller.
Archives for January 8, 2021
James Elliot on Slice by Pizza Pilgrims
James Elliot and brother Thom fused a New York pizza-by-the-slice joint with a Naples pizzeria at the tail end of last year to create Slice by Pizza Pilgrims.
Friday Five: the week's top news
We round-up some of this week's main hospitality news stories including the sad death of Albert Roux; operators offering up sites as vaccine hubs; and the Chancellor's latest funding package.
French chef Cyril Lignac to bring Bar des Prés to London
Top French chef Cyril Lignac intends to make his London debut this spring with the launch of Bar des Prés within the site that was once home to Indian Accent on Mayfair’s Albemarle Street.
US restaurant workers recommended for early round of Covid-19 vaccine
US restaurant staff in Washington DC will begin receiving the Covid-19 vaccine in February after the nation's health protection agency recommended foodservice workers be prioritised as 'other essential workers'.
PizzaExpress launches DIY pizza kit
PizzaExpress has thrown its hat into the DIY pizza kit category with the first make-at-home kit in the brand’s 56-year history.
Grant Thornton faces £200m legal action over Patisserie Valerie collapse
The liquidators of Patisserie Valerie is suing the café chain's former auditor Grant Thornton for £200m over the collapse of the business.
Star Pubs & Bars continues to offer 90% rent reduction during lockdown
Pub group Star Pubs & Bars is to continue to offer all its pubs on core leased and tenanted agreements a 90% rent reduction during the weeks in which hospitality businesses are required to close due to lockdown in England, Scotland and Wales.
Liquid assets: all the latest drinks launches
This month's selection of new drinks products includes a limited edition tawny port, CBD-infused mixers and a Ukrainian vodka that's to be paired with pickles.
Scottish Hospitality Group: "We’re facing the worst start to a year ever"
The Scottish Hospitality Group (SHG) says its members are facing 'the worst start to a year ever' with investment and employment prospects expected to remain in doubt throughout 2021.