Was it working under Terra Firma's Guy Hands for two years that compelled music industry veteran Shabs Jobanputra to quit managing artists and set up a business running festivals? The entrepreneur pauses, then shakes his head. "Guy taught me a lot - I was just sick of working in a declining industry" ... more
Massimo Restaurant was declared open last Wednesday - as opposed to last October. Chef Massimo Riccioli from La Rosetta restaurant in Rome has had time to experiment with menu composition, style of service and, most importantly, sources of supply... more
As the party season looms the Smart Shopper will be busily looking into catering possibilities. It’s hard to beat getting someone else to do the work! ... more
London's claim to be the world restaurant capital soared in credibility today when its chefs dominated a list of the 100 future culinary superstars... more
Twitter has been hijacked by the business world. But as these celebrities prove, we can be as fascinated with what companies are up to as they are with us.... more
Little has changed in 15 years at Fergus Henderson's temple of 'nose-to-tail' eating yet the plaudits are flooding in. Nick Curtis headed to Smithfield to find out what makes the place tick... more
Tightening our belts needn’t mean an end to eating out. From set menus to ‘bring your own’, there are endless smart ways to sniff out unlikely bargains in London’s restaurants.
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From beef mince on dripping toast at St John to a seriously big breakfast at Inn the Park, Charles Campion reveals the London restaurants that are serving the best of British.
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Most fine-dining establishments in London now claim to be environmentally friendly but the bar has been set at a new height by Acorn House, a restaurant that aims to be 'carbon neutral'.... more
From friendly neighbourhood brasseries to splash-out dining, the capital has witnessed some excellent openings. 2006 has been a cracking year, says Fay Maschler.... more
Exclusive: After high-profile allegations this season, Charlton's manager is pleased the issue is now being addressed but says the authorities still have plenty of work to do
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