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Hospitality welcomes delay of deposit return scheme until 2027

26 April 2024 by Clare Nicholls

Hospitality industry bodies have welcomed the government’s decision to postpone the launch of the Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) for drinks containers until October 2027 – two years later than originally planned.

Hogs Back owner saves Mondo in pre-pack deal

24 April 2024 by Clare Nicholls

London craft brewer Mondo has secured its future after agreeing an investment deal for an undisclosed sum with brewing industry veteran Rupert Thompson.

Refrigeration that cools with less fuel

Refrigeration that cools with less fuel

24 April 2024 by Clare Nicholls

JJ Foodservice bolsters Asian food offering with Gatelands acquisition

JJ Foodservice bolsters Asian food offering with Gatelands acquisition

16 April 2024 by Clare Nicholls

Portobello Pub Company buys out Darwin & Wallace

Portobello Pub Company buys out Darwin & Wallace

10 April 2024 by Clare Nicholls

Zero Carbon Forum launches sustainable product directory

Zero Carbon Forum launches sustainable product directory

09 April 2024 by Clare Nicholls

Wholesaler Bako buys out Finlay’s Foods

Wholesaler Bako buys out Finlay’s Foods

08 April 2024 by Clare Nicholls

Bakery food wholesaler Bako Group has acquired ingredient supplier James AS Finlay, better known as Finlay’s[...]

MasterChef winner Eddie Scott to open Yorkshire bistro

MasterChef winner Eddie Scott to open Yorkshire bistro

05 April 2024 by Clare Nicholls

Eddie Scott, MasterChef's 2022 champion, is to open L’Opaline Bistrot in Beverley, East Yorkshire, on 1[...]

Book review: Big Mamma: Italian Recipes in 30 Minutes

Book review: Big Mamma: Italian Recipes in 30 Minutes

05 April 2024 by Clare Nicholls

The Big Mamma group, the squadron behind laid-back London trattorias Gloria, Circolo Popolare, Ave Mario, Jacuzzi[...]

Majestic confirms Vagabond wine bar rescue

Majestic confirms Vagabond wine bar rescue

05 April 2024 by Clare Nicholls

Majestic Wine has bought Vagabond out of administration for an undisclosed sum, saving nine of its[...]

Nyetimber bids to acquire the Lakes Distillery for £71m

Sparkling wine producer Nyetimber has proposed a £71m deal to takeover Cumbria-based whisky and gin maker, the Lakes Distillery."

04 April 2024 by Clare Nicholls

Fresh Produce Consortium warns post-Brexit import charges could cripple SMEs

Fresh Produce Consortium warns post-Brexit import charges could cripple SMEs

04 April 2024

by Clare Nicholls

The UK government’s new common user charges (CUC) for fresh food imports “threaten to cripple small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)” in the sector, according to the Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC).

Simon Rogan: I want Umbel Restaurant Group to grow and gain more Michelin stars

Simon Rogan: I want Umbel Restaurant Group to grow and gain more Michelin stars

03 April 2024

by Clare Nicholls

Simon Rogan has said his ambition is for his Umbel Restaurant Group to achieve 10 Michelin stars across the business.

Bidfresh cites authentic and UK-sourced dishes as key foodservice trends

Bidfresh cites authentic and UK-sourced dishes as key foodservice trends

21 March 2024 by Clare Nicholls

Fresh produce supplier Bidfresh has identified menus that offer a variety of options, using quality food[...]

La Maison des Sorbets shuts down after 40 years

La Maison des Sorbets shuts down after 40 years

21 March 2024 by Clare Nicholls

Frozen dessert specialist La Maison des Sorbets Foods has closed its doors.

Robust warewashers to increase efficiency in the kitchen

Robust warewashers to increase efficiency in the kitchen

13 March 2024 by Clare Nicholls

An efficient warewasher with simple controls any member of your team can use will give you[...]

Ardbeg distiller to remodel Islay hotel

Ardbeg distiller to remodel Islay hotel

08 March 2024 by Clare Nicholls

Scotch whisky distiller Ardbeg Islay is planning a luxurious transformation of the Islay hotel, which it[...]

The suppliers riding the Mexican wave

Authenticity is key in Mexican offerings, and suppliers are stepping up with traditional and inventive products. Clare Nicholls reports"

06 March 2024 by Clare Nicholls

Book review: The Silver Spoon Pasta

Book review: The Silver Spoon Pasta

29 February 2024

by Clare Nicholls

From penne arrabbiata to spaghetti carbonara, The Silver Spoon Pasta is the ultimate guide to cooking pasta the Italian way.

Get a flavour of the Hotel, Restaurant and Catering show

Get a flavour of the Hotel, Restaurant and Catering show

29 February 2024

by Clare Nicholls

The Hotel, Restaurant and Catering event will feature a bounty of food and beverage producers. Clare Nicholls rounds up what’s on offer

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