W hen Hasan Demir arrived in Britain from Türkiye in 1986, he had no plans to become a restaurateur. Like many immigrants of his generation, he was simply looking for work and a future. The restaurant came later—and almost by accident. More than two decades on, Zara Restaurant has become one of Hampstead’s enduring neighbourhood…
Belgian chocolatier Centho introduces festive gifts, a collection inspired by Japan and nut focused pralines, as its family business builds on international relationships, careful sourcing and distinctive layers of flavour.
Sally Rees explains how a childhood Disneyland wish grew into Wicked Cookies, sharing the family’s recipe experiments, Leamington shop opening, nationwide customers and ambitions to bring Snickerwoodles to more towns.
Belgian brothers Jerome and Philippe Vandermeulen built Manhattn’s around New York inspiration, combining burgers, distinctive interiors and welcoming teams as their Brussels business expanded across Belgium and into Paris restaurants.
Leonidas’s move from Anderlecht to Nivelles brings production, offices and storage together, supporting the Belgian chocolatier’s growth while expanding research facilities and creating new ways to explain its longstanding craft.
Le Cordon Bleu and Phaidon bring culinary teaching to home kitchens through seven volumes, combining illustrated techniques, recipes and reference guidance for aspiring chefs, professionals and enthusiastic cooks in November.
Iftahar Ahmed Takes the Cover of Taste Asia as Bombay’s 45-Year Legacy Enters a New Chapter Bombay Restaurant Restaurateur Receives The Flavours Of Asia Award As His Signature Sea Bass Is Named Among The 2026 Best Of Taste Asia Iftahar Ahmed, the restaurateur behind one of Leamington Spa’s longest-established Indian dining institutions, has been featured…
A wonderfully imaginative celebration of Belgian gastronomy, combining outstanding chefs, elegant dining and Brussels sightseeing in one genuinely memorable culinary experience. Photo credit: Visit Brussels Brussels Dining On The Move Brussels’ Tram Experience returns with Michelin-starred chefs, inventive Belgian cuisine and panoramic city views, offering diners an extraordinary moving restaurant experience aboard a beautifully transformed…
Photo: The award-winning Vanilla Bombolone earned a prestigious two-star Great Taste Award. London Bakery Wins Double Great Taste Honour Italian-inspired bakery Bombolone Doughnuts has added two accolades to its growing list of achievements after being recognised at the Great Taste Awards 2026. The London café received a 2-Star Great Taste Award for its Vanilla Bombolone,…
Nestled in the heart of Bakewell, The Charleston offers a vibrant 1920s experience with live jazz and a diverse menu, showcasing both culinary hits and misses while emphasising local sourcing and creative desserts. H onestly, the last thing I expected to find in the heart of Bakewell, England, full of rolling hills, stone cottages, and sheep,…
