Miraval mystery: The Jersey trust at heart of Brad Pitt wine war July 29, 2024 Brad Pitt has demanded to know who he is in business with after half of his hip wine brand Chateau Miraval, sold by his former partner Angelina Jolie to exiled Russian billionaire Yuri Shefler, ended up in a secretive Jersey trust.
Tortilla shares plummet as chain takes revenue hit after quitting Deliveroo July 24, 2024 Mexican fast food chain Tortilla has taken a hit to its revenue after ending its partnership with Deliveroo in a bid to cut down on delivery commission charges.
Why now is the summer of sake: Where to drink this amazing wine July 23, 2024 This is the summer of sake in London – and about time too. I had been under the misguided impression that all sake was rough and intensely boozy, the type of drink one hocks back as a dare. However, despite a fairly high alcohol percentage, sake is relatively low in acidity and has a graceful [...]
Sunny weather and Euros deliver extended happy hour for Britain’s pubs July 22, 2024 The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) estimated that the mini-heatwave that swept across the country on Friday and Saturday will have resulted in over 7.5m additional pints being pulled in just 72 hours.
What to do in London this weekend in the sun July 18, 2024 Here's our expert guide to the best things to do in London this weekend in the sun, from dinosaurs to a seascape at Big Penny Social
Meet the Vegas busboy-turned-CEO keeping SUSHISAMBA above the competition July 18, 2024 Sushi Samba is set for more success, the man behind the City's favourite sunset spot tells City A.M.
London’s hospitality heroes need support to thrive July 18, 2024 By accident more than design, our pages over the past few weeks have featured more than a few hospitality businesses. Today is similar: the CEO of global giant Sofitel, and the man behind the effervescent Sushi Samba. No industry has had a rougher ride than hospitality over the past few years. The pandemic, of course, [...]
D&D boss David Loewi: Labour will be great for hospitality July 17, 2024 He’s the CEO of one of the UK’s biggest restaurant groups. We talk to David Loewi about new owners and parting ways
Village Hotels’ profit halved as 450 jobs created ahead of takeover July 15, 2024 Village Hotels added more than 450 jobs but saw its pre-tax profit slashed in half in 2023 ahead of it being acquired by Blackstone, it has been revealed.
Crown Estate to stage £430m transformation in London’s West End July 12, 2024 The Crown Estate will redevelop £430m worth of real estate in London's West End in an effort to stimulate the capital's post-pandemic renewal.