Wetherspoon's hikes prices amid rising costs
JD Wetherspoon announces price increases across food and drink menu as chairman Tim Martin cites mounting operational expenses while maintaining competitive edge.
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Wetherspoon's plans pub expansion into South Korea
JD Wetherspoon announces ambitious plans to open pubs in South Korea, marking the budget pub chain's first major international expansion beyond UK and Ireland borders.
Wetherspoon's Tim Martin attacks business rates
JD Wetherspoon chairman Tim Martin launches fresh attack on 'unfair' business rates as the pub giant reveals impressive sales growth and expansion plans across the UK.
Wetherspoons raises prices amid energy and tax pressures
JD Wetherspoon announces price increases across its pubs as soaring energy costs and new packaging taxes squeeze profit margins, with chairman Tim Martin warning of challenging times ahead for the hospitality sector.
Pubs get extended hours for England World Cup games
UK pubs and bars can apply for extended opening hours during England's World Cup campaign, allowing fans to cheer on the team with later drinks service.
Keith McNally: The Regrets of a Restaurant Legend
New York's notorious restaurateur Keith McNally bares his soul in a brutally honest audiobook memoir, revealing the chaos, creativity and controversies behind his hospitality empire.
Hotels charge guests £100 for bad reviews
An investigation reveals how some UK hotels are demanding five-star reviews or charging guests penalty fees, sparking consumer rights concerns across the hospitality industry.
UK pubs face £400m crisis as tax hike threatens closures
The British Beer and Pub Association warns that planned National Insurance increases could devastate the struggling pub sector, putting thousands of jobs at risk across the UK.
Abuelo's Tex-Mex chain files for bankruptcy protection
Popular restaurant group Abuelo's enters Chapter 11 bankruptcy, closing multiple locations across Texas while restructuring to survive economic pressures.
Airbnb host's son sends guest hilarious handwritten invoice
An Airbnb guest in London was left astonished when the host's young son presented him with a cheeky handwritten invoice for 'being cool', sparking laughter online.
Wetherspoon's to open three new pubs creating 120 jobs
JD Wetherspoon announces major expansion with three new pub openings in key UK locations, creating hundreds of jobs and revitalising local high streets.
Asma Khan: Hospitality's Poor Reputation for Women Chefs
Celebrated chef Asma Khan delivers a powerful critique of the restaurant industry's systemic barriers for women, championing female-only kitchens as a vital solution for empowerment and change.
AA Hospitality Awards 2025: Britain's Best Revealed
Discover the crème de la crème of British hospitality as the AA reveals its prestigious 2025 award winners. From luxury country house hotels to charming coastal B&Bs, find your next perfect getaway.
Texas BBQ Restaurant in London Closes After 18 Months
Authentic Texas BBQ restaurant in London's Fitzrovia closes permanently after struggling with post-pandemic challenges, rising costs, and changing consumer habits. The closure highlights the ongoing crisis in the UK hospitality sector.
Jamie Oliver Confronts 'Demons' After Restaurant Empire Collapse
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver opens up about the profound personal and financial toll of his restaurant chain collapses, from Jamie's Italian to Fifteen, revealing his ongoing battle with past 'demons' and the lessons learned from his business failures.
London's Business Leaders Honoured with OBEs
The New Year Honours list shines a spotlight on London's most influential business leaders, from finance and retail to tech and hospitality, recognising their immense contributions to the UK economy.
Inside The UK's Revolutionary AI-Powered Smart Hotel Rooms
Discover how cutting-edge technology, from AI butlers to mood-sensing rooms, is revolutionising the British hotel experience, offering unparalleled personalisation and convenience for the modern traveller.
Sydney's La Mensola Restaurant Closes After 25 Years
Another iconic Sydney restaurant, the cherished Italian trattoria La Mensola, has announced its permanent closure, citing the devastating and ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the hospitality industry.
Hotel worker's warning: Never steal this room item
A seasoned hotel worker reveals the surprising item that triggers the biggest charges and why taking it could cost you hundreds of pounds.
Wetherspoon Slashes Prices in 800 Pubs
JD Wetherspoon announces a massive price cut on food and drink across its 800 pubs for 9 days, passing on VAT savings directly to customers. Find out which items are cheapest.
Customer leaves £2,500 tip on £1.99 cafe meal
A stunned small business owner in the UK received an extraordinary act of generosity when a diner left a four-figure tip on a minuscule bill, in a heartwarming display of support for local SMEs.
Trump Proposes Exempting Tips from Federal Income Tax
Ex-President Donald Trump proposes exempting tipped wages from federal income tax, a move that could put thousands of dollars back into the pockets of waiters and bartenders but faces significant legislative hurdles.
UK's Top Hospitality & Tourism Universities 2025 Revealed
The Complete University Guide 2025 has ranked the best UK universities for Hospitality, Event Management, and Tourism degrees. Discover which institutions lead the sector and how your university performed.
UK's Biggest Pub Chain Puts 1,000 Pubs Up For Sale
Stonegate Group, the UK's largest pub operator, has placed a quarter of its 4,500-strong estate on the market in a massive restructuring effort, citing financial pressures and soaring costs.
Reality Star Slams 'Disgusting' Sydney Hotel Nightmare
A reality television personality has launched a scathing attack on a luxury Sydney hotel, exposing filthy conditions and a shocking security breach in a viral social media post that has left the hospitality industry reeling.
Wetherspoon Boss Blasts 'Mad' VAT and Business Rates
JD Wetherspoon founder Tim Martin launches a fierce critique of the UK's tax system, arguing that pubs are unfairly burdened compared to supermarkets. He calls for tax equality to save the struggling industry.
Clarkson Slams 'Lazy' Pub Customers for App Orders
Jeremy Clarkson has launched a furious tirade against modern pub etiquette, blaming 'lazy' app-ordering culture for the decline of the British boozer. The outspoken presenter and pub owner vents his frustration in his latest Sunday Times column.
Grace Dent Quits MasterChef Citing Hospitality Industry Strain
Award-winning food critic Grace Dent announces her departure from BBC's MasterChef, citing the immense strain on the UK's hospitality sector. Colleagues Anna Haugh and Gregg Wallace pay tribute to her impactful tenure.
Zero-Hours Contract Hell in UK Tourism Exposed
An exclusive insider account reveals the shocking instability and financial insecurity faced by zero-hours contract workers in Britain's tourism sector, exposing the human cost of precarious employment.
Taylor Swift Tour Delivers Massive Economic Boost to Southport
Southport's tourism and hospitality sectors experience a massive economic windfall as thousands of 'Swifties' descend on the town for the Eras Tour, with local businesses reporting record-breaking sales.
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