BRAVO Special - February 2025 |
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Welcome to our February edition.
A BRAVO milestone celebrating ten incredible years! As we mark our tenth birthday, we explore why your votes are such a powerful driving force for our independent community. We sit down with Harriet from Harriet's of Hove to discuss her eco-conscious journey and talk food waste with the experts at The Menu Partners. We catch up with Tony at the award-winning Starfish & Coffee for some local inspiration. Finally, Alliance join us to reveal a few hospitality trends for 2026. |
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The Power of The Vote: Celebrating 10 Years of BRAVO Excellence |
Celebrate ten years of excellence by entering #BRAVO2026. This milestone campaign will help market your business, offering a powerful platform and positively spirited connection with your team and customers. Securing a "Top 20" spot creates a year-round shopping list for locals and tourists. Join Brighton’s most positive celebration and get behind this BIG year for the BRAVOS. |
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Rethinking Food Waste: Fermentation, Pickling and Beyond |
In collaboration with Gavin Sinden, Head NPD Chef at The Menu Partners, this guest article explores how curiosity and respect for ingredients drive Sussex kitchens. This partnership champions waste reduction and ethical sourcing, shaping a more sustainable future for our local food community. |
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Meet Harriet Dean-Orange, from Harriet’s of Hove |
In an industry where waste is seen as an unavoidable byproduct, Harriet is proving that the future of Brighton hospitality is circular. We sat down with the founder of Harriet’s of Hove to discuss e-cargo bikes, “honkingly good” eco-cleaning, and why sustainability is the best marketing tool. |
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Localise Your Sourcing: Discover Sussex Suppliers |
Sussex Suppliers is the definitive B2B directory for streamlining supply chains while championing local provenance. The guide provides an essential guide for chefs and restaurateurs across Brighton and Sussex, focusing on reducing the hospitality sector’s carbon footprint. Connect with curated premium producers and wholesalers to enhance menu quality and ensure your business remains environmentally responsible and rooted in the local community. |
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Starfish & Coffee: The All-Time Boss of the BRAVOs? |
Meet Tony Marks and the neighbourhood cafe that redefined “Brunching Like a Boss.” With a trophy cabinet that spans the entire decade-long history of the Brighton Restaurant Awards, Starfish & Coffee is quite possibly the most voted-for venue in the city’s history. |
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Hiring for heart? Meet Brighton's next hospitality stars |
Chartwells Universities and St. John’s College have teamed up at the University of Sussex. Their supported Internship programme is helping autistic young people transition into hospitality roles. These interns are gaining real-world skills. Keep an eye out for their "Reverse Jobs Fair" this summer. |
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The Main Course by The Menu Partners |
Dive into the February edition of The Main Course by The Menu Partners, a celebration of the warmth, inspiration, and vibrant colour lighting up the Sussex food scene this winter. This month’s Main explores seasonal excellence at Tutto and fresh February produce. Discover Bloody Bens, The Crazy Goose launch, and an exclusive interview with Nick and Ivanka from Restaurants Brighton. |
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4 Global Food Flavours in 2026 |
Guest post, George Brannon, Alliance South East. With 2026 underway, Alliance South East leverages 25 years of expertise to guide restaurateurs through emerging trends. Discover the hospitality sector’s essential innovations and mainstays to help your establishment thrive throughout the coming year. |
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Exclusive Hospitality Discounts |
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Enjoy amazing hospitality discounts across Brighton, Hove, and Sussex, with special perks just for industry workers.
- 30% off at terre á terre - Off the A La Carte Menu. Available on Sunday's from 5pm
- 50% off at Lost In The Lanes - Hospitality workers are invited to enjoy Lost in the Lanes’ Hospitality Heroes nights, with 50% off food on the first Thursday of every month between 5.30pm and 9pm.
See all industry discounts just here.
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Suitable courses for the hospitality industry this January.
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Got hospitality news to share or want to see your business featured in Tip Jar? We’d love to hear from you! Drop us a message on hello@restaurantsbrighton.co.uk and let’s keep celebrating this amazing industry together. Stay in the loop by updating your mailing preferences - whether you're interested in industry news, consumer updates, sustainability, women in hospitality, or the BRAVOS, you can choose what you'd like to hear about here.
Wishing you and your team an incredible February!
Team Restaurants Brighton |
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