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The US-based Smokey Bones BBQ, a TGI Fridays rival, will be closing nine more restaurants, leaving it with approximately 45 locations, down from its peak of 130 branches. Despite this, the company's owners, Fat Brands, plan to convert around half of the remaining Smokey Bones locations into Twin
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As South Korea outlaws a centuries-old tradition, the fate of thousands of dogs and the people who raised them hangs in the balance. Last January, the country made history by unanimously passing a law that bans the dog meat industry in its entirety. By 2027, breeding, slaughtering, distributing, and serving
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Poon's at Somerset House is set to become the permanent London home of the iconic Cantonese restaurant brand, founded by acclaimed chef-restaurateur Bill Poon and his wife Cecilia in 1973. The new restaurant, housed within the New Wing of Somerset House, promises to bring a fresh perspective to
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A brand-new coffee shop, Sugar & Victoria, is getting ready to hold its grand opening event this week in Stourport. Owner Kasia Blando, a 53-year-old mum-of-two and grandmother, has been working tirelessly to bring her vision to life. With a passion for baking and cooking, Kasia has been making homemade
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The small city of Jiangyou in China's southwestern Sichuan province has recently witnessed a unique addition to its coffee culture - a latte infused with cooked pork intestines. This unusual coffee blend was launched by a local cafe and has garnered significant attention, both locally and nationally. The
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BBC Food website's celebrity chef Rick Stein has shared his easy recipe for tapas classic patatas bravas, perfect for serving eight to ten people. This dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, nut-free, vegan, and pregnancy-friendly dish takes less than half an hour to prepare and 10 to 30 minutes to cook.
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Environmental health officers have been conducting inspections of restaurants, cafes, takeaways, and businesses in the St Albans and Harpenden area, revealing the latest food hygiene ratings. The ratings are based on guidelines set by the Food Standards Agency, which assesses the cleanliness of facilities, food safety management procedures, and hygienic
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Panda Mami, a popular buffet restaurant in York, has been issued a one-star food hygiene rating by City Council inspectors, resulting in the termination of a staff member. The restaurant, which opened in 2018 and offers 150 world dishes, has received 4.2 stars out of five on Tripadvisor and
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Yum China, one of the largest fast food chains in China, has taken a significant step towards digital transformation by launching Q-Smart, an AI-enabled assistant for restaurant managers. Q-Smart simplifies day-to-day tasks, allowing managers to focus on high-value activities, and is expected to improve operational efficiency across the company'
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A new Italian restaurant, Casa, has officially opened its doors in the centre of Shipston, a charming Cotswold town. Despite the presence of existing Italian restaurants in the area, the manager, Maxi Massimiliano, is confident that Casa will stand out with its unique atmosphere, cuisine, and service. The restaurant, which
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Despite the plan to increase investments in AI technologies, restaurant executives face hurdles in widespread adoption, particularly in areas like self-service kiosks. A Deloitte report highlights key findings from a survey of 375 global restaurant executives, revealing that nearly 82% intend to boost AI investments in the next fiscal year
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Chef Melissa Martin, known for her Cajun cuisine and environmental approach to cooking, has teamed up with developer and restaurateur Cassi Dymond to create a new restaurant and event space in Algiers. The St. Claire dining room, with its warm bar room and French country kitchen, is now taking reservations
