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Lake Orta: why Italy's 'secret lake' won't stay under the radar for long

Only an hour from Milan, this beautiful lake boasts baroque buildings and Michelin-worthy restaurants in its vicinity. Visit now before the crowds descend, says Prudence Ivey

Evening Standard · May 25, 2025

Toby Carvery owner toasts higher sales as pubs lead the way

Mitchells & Butlers chief executive Phil Urban said the company is ‘working hard’ to mitigate higher costs.

The Independent UK · May 22, 2025

London restaurant may close earlier after noise complaints about 'chef chopping' and 'washing dishes'

Persian restaurant Naroon has had a range of complaints from its neighbours

Evening Standard · May 22, 2025

Richard Goodman obituary

Other lives: Wine rep who played a leading role in introducing New Zealand producers to Britain

The Guardian - UK · May 18, 2025

Should phone-obsessed diners be forced to stop scrolling? Not if restaurants want to stay open

Giorgio Locatelli is the latest chef to lament our phone etiquette while dining. To him I say: that ship has sailed, and the customer is always right, says writer and comedian Athena Kugblenu

The Guardian - UK · May 18, 2025

Is it Worth Having a Wine Cellar? What it Adds to Your Home Value — and Happiness

Wine cellars are a popular feature in high-end houses. Will installing one in your home increase its value, or would you be better off with a cheaper solution?

Kiplinger · May 18, 2025

How does the new The Pig compare to the Cotswolds' best hotels?

How does the latest country hotel in the Heart of England stack up against the competition — and its fellow The Pig outposts? Our UK hotels expert Simon Kurs finds out

Evening Standard · May 18, 2025

The Galvin brothers: 14 dishes that shaped our career

As the Galvin’s restaurant group turns 20, Chris and Jeff share the meals that have made them who they are

Evening Standard · May 14, 2025

'London's nightlife shouldn't be an afterthought': MEATliqour founder raises concerns about Khan’s licencing powers

Khan has been granted new licensing powers as part of a government initiative to cut bureaucratic “red tape” hindering the night-time economy

Evening Standard · May 10, 2025

US chain insists new Scottish venue 'rightfully open' despite planning rejection

AN American coffee chain has insisted its new Scottish venue is  “rightfully operating” despite a recent bid for planning permission being…

The National (Scotland) · May 9, 2025