Restaurant

Celebrity chef backs hospitality vaccination campaign

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 07/01/2021 - 10:56pm

Michelin-starred chef Michael Caines MBE is backing a campaign by Visit Devon and the NHS encouraging people working in the hospitality industry to have the Covid-19 vaccination.

Michael Caines is one of the UK’s most acclaimed chefs and has two Devon hospitality businesses; Lympstone Manor contemporary country house hotel overlooking the Exe Estuary, and Mickey’s Beach Bar and Restaurant in Exmouth. Both have a number of young adult workers who have only recently become eligible for the Covid-19 vaccination.

Michael said: “As one of the sectors that have been most...

Hub Box announce new plant based menu following surge in demand

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 06/21/2021 - 5:43pm

Award-winning Cornish burger joint, Hub Box, has recreated all of its real beef and chicken burger menu items in meat-free versions, following a surge in demand for more plant-based options across its restaurants.

Hub Box first pioneered street food culture in St. Ives, and now the eatery has partnered with the pioneers in the plant-based world - THISTM - to bring more meat alternatives to its 10 restaurants across Cornwall, the South-West, and Cardiff.

THISTM has built-up a loyal fanbase of vegans, and proper meat-eaters, through creating plant-based foods that look and...

Italian restaurant, Luciano’s, will be opening its doors next month in Princesshay, Exet

Princesshay welcomes Luciano’s to Exeter

New Italian restaurant to open in July

A brand-new Italian restaurant, Luciano’s, will be opening its doors next month in Princesshay, Exeter.

Run by Luciano Marco Pierre White, Luciano’s menu centres around classically prepared hearty Italian food. This restaurant will be Luciano’s second with his first recently opening in Dorchester in October 2020.

Michelle Menezes Princesshay Centre Manager says, “We are delighted to welcome Luciano’s to Princesshay and to offer Devon diners a taste of Italy. This is a great addition to our restaurant line up and we look forward to...

German Doner Kebab opens its doors in Exeter

German Doner Kebab opens its doors in Exeter

German Doner Kebab has opened its doors in Exeter, bringing a new fast-casual dining experience to the city.

The restaurant is located at 177-181 Fore St and opened on May 31st, creating in the region of 40 new jobs for the local area.

German Doner Kebab Exeter will offer a full Dine-In experience, plus Takeaway with Click & Collect and Delivery coming soon.

German Doner Kebab is revolutionising the kebab in the UK, bringing a fresh, high-quality taste sensation that has made it the number one spot to enjoy a kebab.

Freshly prepared in front of...

The Ivy Exeter announces opening date

The Ivy Exeter announces opening date

The Ivy Collection today announces it will be bringing a touch of Ivy magic to Exeter, as it prepares to welcome its first guests on Wednesday, 9 June, with reservation lines open from today.

In celebration of the opening, floral Ivy letters, beautifully adorned with ivy and colourful primroses, have popped up in front of the iconic Exeter Cathedral and opposite the restaurant itself for one day only, creating a picture-perfect moment for passers-by and visitors alike. Themed characters and a marching band are also on hand to help spread additional joy throughout the city....

German Doner Kebab opening in Exeter

German Doner Kebab opening soon in Exeter

German Doner Kebab will open soon in Exeter, bringing a new fast-casual dining experience to the area.

The gourmet kebab chain has confirmed that it will open a new restaurant at 177-181 Fore Street.

The restaurant is scheduled to open in the middle of May and will create in the region of 40 new jobs, bringing employment to the local area.

The opening has been announced as German Doner Kebab forges ahead with plans to open 47 new restaurants in the UK during 2021, building significantly on the 12 opened during 2020.

German Doner Kebab is revolutionising...

Sylvain Peltier and Michael Caines Launch Café Patisserie Glacerie Franchise

From Paris to Exmouth: Sylvain Peltier & Michael Caines Launch Café Patisserie Glacerie Franchise

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Sun, 04/11/2021 - 10:12pm

After working together for over 15 years, Sylvain Peltier and Michael Caines are turning their dream into a reality by bringing together their brand new concept; Café Patisserie Glacerie to Exmouth beach, with doors opening on Tuesday 13th April.

Cafe Patisserie Glacerie sits on the new Sideshore development alongside casual bar and destination eatery, Mickeys Beach Bar and Restaurant, another exciting addition to the Michael Caines Collection launching when UK restrictions ease in May.

This latest venture, champions and celebrates the Art of Coffee, the Art of...

Paul and Donna Berry who own The Swan and Spelt restaurants in Bampton.

The Swan and Spelt make 2021 Michelin Guide

Authored by Reporters
Posted: Thu, 01/28/2021 - 9:48am

STAFF at The Swan and Spelt restaurants in Bampton in Devon say they are proud to have been featured in the recently published 2021 Michelin Guide (January 2021).

Michelin insisted on going ahead with the guide this year to help support the hospitality industry after it has faced difficulties during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Chef-patron Paul Berry, who co-owns The Swan and Spelt with his wife and fellow award-winning chef Donna, said: “After what has been an incredibly difficult year for the hospitality industry, we’re staggered and delighted that both of our restaurants have...

Slim Chickens

Slim Chickens opens new restaurant in Princesshay

Slim Chickens, the US-born chicken restaurant chain, opened a new restaurant in Princesshay, Exeter today (Thursday 17th December).

Slim Chickens brings Southern US hospitality to casual dining in Princesshay – their only location in Devon. The restaurant will serve hand-breaded chicken dishes using the freshest of ingredients for customers to enjoy in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The restaurant will also show live sports.

Slim Chickens will be operating in line with current government guidelines, and will be offering delivery via Deliveroo, Just Eat and Uber Eats...

New Landlords for historic Mid Devon inn

Authored by Proteus
Posted: Tue, 12/15/2020 - 2:40pm

The popular and historic Old Malt Scoop Inn at Lapford near Crediton has been acquired by husband and wife team Jonathan and Catriona Willatt.

Jonathan, 51, and Catriona, 48, are highly experienced in the hospitality sector having run their own wedding catering business from their base at Bickleigh near Tiverton while Jonathan has been providing IT project management services for over 20 years.

‘The Scoop’ is their first venture as publicans, restauranteurs and bed & breakfast providers but were attracted to the business because of its established success and because of...

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