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Essentials For Scaling a Sushi Business Smoothly

January 22, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

Expanding a sushi business requires more than simply increasing output. Scaling smoothly demands careful planning, the right tools and a focus on maintaining quality and consistency at every stage. Below are the core elements every […]

Ru Herd’s Krua Thai Cookery School at Edinburgh Fringe

August 23, 2025 Our Man On The Ground 0

A Thai queen is taking this year’s Edinburgh Fringe by storm and it’s not the arts which are the jewels in her crown. Instead, her audiences are mesmerised by wonderful aromas, taste bud tingling dishes […]

Birley Bakery Presents its Galette Des Rois

January 3, 2025 Our Man On The Ground 0

I first wrote about Birley Bakery two years ago just after it had opened in Chelsea Green, in between Fulham and King’s Road, where it offers an assortment of exceptional breads, pastries and chocolates. And […]

Fitzbillies: The Elite Baker

November 9, 2024 Our Man On The Ground 0

King’s College, Cambridge was founded in 1441. Fitzwilliam College opened in 1966. This year the Cambridge artisan baker Fitzbillies is celebrating its 100th birthday. There are two Fitzbillies at either end of Cambridge. The original […]

Krua Thai Cookery School

September 5, 2024 Our Man On The Ground 1

There’s something so reassuring about Thai culture. The aura of calm enfolds, and friendliness and kindness immediately encourage a positive mind and attitude. And those qualities are what are needed when embarking on learning a […]

Idris Elba and Oysters

August 5, 2024 Our Man On The Ground 0

Idris Elba’s Porte Noire Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs has been carefully curated to complement oysters’ subtle flavours and unique brininess, creating an unparalleled taste sensation. The Porte Noire wine bar, brasserie-style restaurant and on-line wine […]