News and Updates

With November now in full swing, the Taste team is firmly in the festive spirit — and not just because the Christmas playlists have already started sneaking into the office. Our excitement is building for this year’s Christmas do, which we’re celebrating at a place very close to our hearts: The White Hart at Lydgate.   A Christmas Tradition Worth

This week in hospitality brought a significant chef handover at one of the UK’s most respected restaurants — and two major awards nights in Manchester within just seven days. Phil Kearsey Takes Over At Morston Hall Morston Hall, one of the most iconic country house restaurants in Britain, has officially begun a new chapter. After 34 years at

Here’s what’s been cooking in the North West this week — a blend of local pride, global inspiration, and a few names that continue to fly the flag for the region’s incredible talent.   Northcote’s Obsessions 2026 line-up has landed – and it’s another blockbuster. The legendary Lancashire hotel has once again pulled together a dream team of chefs

From The Good Food Guide’s Restaurant Month to The Pig Hotel’s upcoming countryside escape, and Nina Matsunaga’s acclaimed new concept, there’s plenty to inspire your next foodie adventure. Whether you’re booking a table or planning a stay, here’s what’s happening across the country right now. 🍽️ The Good Food Guide Launches Inaugural Restaurant Month The Good Food Guide is set

Autumn’s in full swing, and with it comes a flurry of announcements that remind us just how much talent and passion our industry has to offer. From the pinnacle of professional recognition to opportunities for the next generation, this week’s hospitality highlights have plenty to celebrate.   Master of Culinary Arts 2026 Opens for Entries Applications have officially opened

We are extremely proud and honoured to be relaunching the Young North West Chef of the Year in partnership with original founder, Brian Mellor. After a short break, the North West’s most inspiring culinary competition is making a comeback — Young North West Chef of the Year is returning, ready to uncover the region’s brightest young talent and celebrate the

We love a good story here at Taste Hospitality, and this week’s roundup is full of them — from quirky boutique stays to major refurbishments and a chef appointment or two. Here’s what’s been catching our eye across the UK’s high-end hospitality scene. Oxford’s Loo-tique Surprise: The Netty From public convenience to luxury inconvenience (in the best possible

The past week has been all about awards in the hospitality world – both looking ahead to what’s coming up locally and celebrating some of the best talent across the UK. First up, the This Is Manchester Awards 2025 have unveiled their shortlist, and as ever the city’s hospitality scene is right at the heart of it. Among the

Greater Manchester has been making plenty of noise on the food scene lately, and this past week has served up more than enough to chew on. First up, the Michelin Guide has given a well-deserved nod to three new local names: Pip by Mary-Ellen McTague, Winsome by Shaun Moffat, and Cantaloupe in Stockport. It’s fantastic to see such a

While the summer sun won’t stick around forever, the UK hospitality scene is making sure there’s plenty of warmth to go around. Here’s what’s unfolding, from a hotly anticipated opening in the Cotswolds, a quick reminder about nominations, and support for our community in motion.   One Week Left to Enter the 2025 Hotel Cateys   Now’s your final chance: