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03rd Feb 2026
NCOTY winner Danny Young describes ‘whirlwind’ experience of winning competition
When asked to describe the feeling of winning the prestigious competition, Danny said: “It has been a whirlwind. It has been an amazing couple of months, going back to the team and celebrating as...
03rd Feb 2026
Zonal unveils key hospitality consumer trends for 2026
More than two thirds (69%) of consumers agree that pubs, bars and restaurants play an important role in their communities. Hospitality venues make vital human connections and 67% of consumers agree...
03rd Feb 2026
Springboard reveals 2026 Awards for Excellence shortlist
Winners across 18 categories will be revealed on Thursday 30th April 2026 at Park Plaza London Riverbank, bringing together hospitality operators, suppliers, and supporters from across the industry...
02nd Feb 2026
YNCOTY winner Keira Carolan offers advice to this year’s competitors
In October Keira Carolan from Henrock wowed the judges and claimed the prestigious title of the Craft Guild of Chefs’ Young National Chef of the Year, after serving up three exceptional plates at the...
02nd Feb 2026
Steve Smith joins forces with MSK Ingredients for Skills for Chefs Conference
He is celebrated for his modern British cuisine rooted in seasonal produce and has led Latymer to maintain its Michelin star and five AA Rosettes with consistently inventive menus. MSK Ingredients are...
02nd Feb 2026
U Dine Network Awards invite entries from university caterers
Taking place on 16th June at Aston University, the conference and awards promises a packed day of industry insight, networking and recognition for ‘outstanding’ service in university hospitality. Paul...
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Young cook Olivia Weir, a student at St Francis of Assisi Catholic Technology College, Aldridge, Walsall, has won the Young...
The South Asian Chef competition (SACC), spearheaded by the Aagrah Restaurant Group, is open to all chefs who will be tasked...
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Viktorija Bernataviciute, 25, a third year chef graduate at Northampton College, Jonah Kellar, 18, of City College Plymouth...
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There were two awards, one for an organisation, the other for an individual within an organisation. The prize giving took...