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TikTok chef Thomas Straker sparks hospitality diversity row

A FoodTok star turned Notting Hill restaurant owner sparked fierce criticism after he posted a picture of his all-white, all-male kitchen team on Instagram.

The Week · Aug 1, 2023

Government under fire over alcohol cost hikes

The Treasury said 3,585 London pubs would get a boost from new tax rules, but wine producers argued bottle price will increase

Evening Standard · Aug 1, 2023

Bakery delivers brilliant response to ‘well-known celebrity’ offering ‘exposure’ in return for free cakes

The bakery was met with an outpouring of support on social media

The Independent UK · Aug 1, 2023

Bakery’s response to company asking for cake for celebrity in exchange for exposure

The bakery was met with an outpouring of support on social media

The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2023

Alcohol prices rise tomorrow - Find out how much the cost of your tipple will increase by

Prime minister and chancellor behind plans to increase duty on alcoholic drinks

The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2023

London chef apologises after criticism for all-white, all-male kitchen team

Industry figures weigh in on the chef’s initial ‘rude’ response

The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2023

How to Lose Your Shirt Investing in a Restaurant

Here are some of the mistakes that business owners make when they open a restaurant. Bonus 'don't': Don't do business with friends or family.

Kiplinger · Jul 31, 2023

Thirsty work walking Newcastle's 'beer trail'

In the past year alone there's been five new brewpubs open. Get the map!

Newcastle Herald · Jul 29, 2023

Sad, lonely losers or indulging a pleasure? Why solo diners are being judged

There are many pluses to be had from eating alone at a wonderful restaurant. Being charged double isn’t one of them

The Guardian - UK · Jul 29, 2023

A Michelin food guide-inspired gourmet food trail across Dubai’s inventive restaurants

Dubai’s food scene is similarly studded with culinary stars,  creating menus with precious ingredients sourced from all over the world. Like Anadol’s winds, the culinary scene changes with consistent drama, attracting talent from everywhere. Where do you start? The writer uses the influential Michelin guide to chart a gourmet food…

The Hindu · Jul 29, 2023