Hit Devon restaurant Thomas Carr 1873 is closing permanently tonight as the ongoing staffing and financial crises cut a swathe through the hospitality industry. The Ilfracombe outfit has struggled to find front-of-house staff in recent months and chef-patron Thomas Carr (pictured, above) said he would have to double prices to reflect rising costs. A message […]
Cheshire-based chef and crowdfund wizard Gary Usher is to launch his most ambitious round of fundraising yet, with a £2 million Crowdcube drive next month to finance a new round of expansion for his Elite Bistros empire. In a series of tweets, he unveiled plans for a new brand and three new sites, including one […]
The chef and restaurateur Mike Robinson is opening a new 70 seat restaurant in Chester, on the fringe of the City Centre. This beautiful city has gradually improved its food scene over the years, and his arrival further strengthens the local line-up. Called The Forge, and opening on May 19, the venture will be use […]
