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30th Jun 2025
The Academy by Simon Rogan wins UK Young Restaurant Team of the Year
The team of Kyras Samson, Hope Ryall-Thurlow & Madeleine Bate was mentored by Kayleigh Thorogood. The trophy was presented by Vicky Enderson, chair of judges & director of MSK Ingredients. David...
30th Jun 2025
Chef Vivek Chauhan wins Better Kitchen Award for Pastry Chefs
Accoladed by Ekta Bhargava, managing director of Better Kitchen, this award not only recognises chef Vivek's exceptional talent but also marks a triumphant milestone in his career. Chef Vivek's...
26th Jun 2025
Bidfood’s Dr Andy Kemp retires after two decades of championing food
Widely recognised as one of the most influential figures in UK foodservice and hospitality, his retirement marks the end of a ‘pioneering’ career that has left a lasting impact on the industry. Kemp...
25th Jun 2025
Lee Kum Kee ‘turns up heat’ at World’s 50 Best Restaurants
Hosted at the iconic Lingotto Fiere, the awards ceremony honoured trailblazing talent across 22 territories and five continents, with ten new entries shaking up this year’s coveted top 50 list. Maido...
25th Jun 2025
Electrolux Professional welcomes business development specialist
He brings with him almost two decades of business development experience, having honed his skills by leading national accounts across multiple industries, including energy and UK supermarket chains...
24th Jun 2025
Top young chefs advance to Graduate Awards final following impressive regional heats
Throughout the semi-finals, the chefs faced a series of demanding challenges designed to test their technical skills, creativity and resilience. The kitchen exam required them to fillet a rainbow...
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29th May 2025
All the students had the opportunity to cook alongside chefs to produce a four-course lunch made from locally sourced produce...
29th May 2025
McCabe opens up about his unconventional path to becoming a chef, the lessons he’s learned from his mentors and the...
29th May 2025
She made her name as owner of The Brilliant Restaurant in Southall, west London – which recently closed after fifty years and...
28th May 2025
With mounting industry challenges and financial pressures, only 14% of businesses feel optimistic about the hospitality...
28th May 2025
The blind judging The first stage of the judging process is completed online and all entries are judged blind meaning that no...
28th May 2025
Complete with steel beaters and pump feed capabilities, Carpigiani says it is ‘delighted’ to bring this high production...
27th May 2025
With more than three decades of experience and a acclaimed career, he brings ‘unparalleled expertise’ and creativity to one...
27th May 2025
Panasonic Focus is an easy-to-use platform which comprises a range of bespoke courses outlining the key features and benefits...
26th May 2025
While other universities and colleges have been recognised for their student training kitchens, this is the first time a UK...
23rd May 2025
The competition is aimed at all levels of staff employed in any aspect of education catering capable of producing excellent...