Recording Artist Rider Shafique Denies Strangling Brother’s Partner and Using Racist Language Monday, February 2, 2026 ridershafique assault gloucester racism courtcase familydispute stabbing defence trial allegations Robert Hunt, known artistically as Rider Shafique, a performance artist and filmmaker from Gloucester, has firmly denied accusations that he grabbed his brother’s girlfriend, Holly Davis, by the neck, pushed her, and used … Read More
'Iconic' Cotswolds Pub Announces Unexpected Closure Months After Reopening Monday, February 2, 2026 pub cotswolds winchcombe closure community hospitality heritage business ghost reopening The Corner Cupboard, a historic and cherished pub in Winchcombe, Cotswolds, has announced a surprising closure just six months after its reopening under new management. Established in 1550 and operating as a pub since 1877, … Read More
How to Get Perfectly Crispy Chicken Skin: 8 Experts Share Their Secrets Monday, February 2, 2026 chicken roasting crispy cooking seasoning brining skin oven chefs tips Nothing compares to the satisfying crunch of perfectly crispy roast chicken skin. However, attaining this ideal texture requires more than just tossing a raw chicken into the oven. With guidance from eight culinary … Read More
Tom Kerridge Contemplates Career Shift After Engaging with Government on Hospitality Challenges Monday, February 2, 2026 tomkerridge hospitality businessrates gastropubs culinarycareer michelinstars politics ukgovernment restaurantindustry careerchange Tom Kerridge has revealed that he has considered changing his career following recent discussions with Peter Kyle, Secretary of State for Business and Trade. The 52-year-old Gloucestershire-born chef, who owns four gastropubs … Read More
5 Foods to Avoid Cooking in an Air Fryer – Including a Vegetable That Turns Bitter Monday, February 2, 2026 airfryer cooking safety broccoli batter popcorn rice roasting kitchen cuisine Air fryers have become a staple in kitchens across Britain, prized for their ability to make delicious meals quickly with minimal oil. They’re more energy-efficient than traditional ovens and versatile enough to cook … Read More
Outrage as Gloucester Cul-de-Sac Care Home Plans Get Approval Monday, February 2, 2026 gloucester carehome hardwicke planning objections council children development residents approval Plans to convert a six-bedroom family home into a care home for a young person with complex needs have sparked intense opposition in the quiet Gloucester cul-de-sac of 15 Waterdale Close, Hardwicke. Despite concerns from over … Read More