50 Shades of Vegan: four major restaurant trends for 2020. Report

    Technomic reveals predictions for restaurants across the world gearing up for 2020. Looking ahead, expect to see many of last year’s macro trends evolve and mature, while quick-moving fads burn bright and fade. Expect the unexpected from the fast-moving restaurant industry. According to the new Technomic report titled “2020 Global Restaurant Trends”, plant-based … Read more

‘A comfort pillow of naughtiness’: 18 of Britain’s top chefs on their favourite fast food

Heston loves pork pies, while Yotam prefers pizza. Chefs describe the greasy treats they like most after a day of creating magic in the kitchen

Christmas gift ideas for food lovers 2019

From stocking fillers to hampers, great Christmas presents for foodies, selected by Observer Food Monthly

Jumeirah’s Capri Palace in Italy announces exciting upgrades and refurbishments in the pipeline

    Capri Palace in Italy Reopening as Capri Palace, Jumeirah in April 2020. The luxury hotel, founded by Tonino Cacace, stands high above the Gulf of Naples and fully embodies the Italian Dolce Vita; with an authentic Capri style and sea views. Jumeirah Group Adds Capri Palace in Italy to Its Expanding International Portfolio … Read more

Fortnum & Mason reports bumper year despite Hong Kong protests

Profits rise 26% to £12m, offsetting slump in footfall as retailer’s new shop hit by pro-democracy clashes

The 50 best wines for Christmas 2019

High street bargains, best value buys – and reds, whites and fizz to splash out on, chosen for Observer Food Monthly