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Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Michelin-starred chef to close popular restaurant for months ahead of huge revamp with new ‘flexible menu' in shake-up
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MICHELIN-starred chef has confirmed plans to temporarily close a popular restaurant for months. The restaurant is closing while its award-winning chef plans a huge revamp of the eatery with a new 'flexible menu'. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Tim Allen and his wife Mag run the Michelin-starred restaurant Sō–lō Credit: Instagram 4 The Lancashire-based eatery made headlines when it announced it would shut for several months Credit: Instagram 4 Its owners have confirmed that they will be planning a new menu Credit: Instagram Sō–lō was awarded its first Michelin star in 2023, in recognition of its incredible cooking. Its owners, Tim Allen and his wife Mag, first took over the eatery in 2021 and the restaurant soon landed on the UK's Top 100 list. Based in Ormskirk, Lancashire, it became famous for its delicious Sunday lunch service. However, the restaurant will be closing its doors on July 27 as it undergoes a major revamp. It will remain closed until early November when it will reopen with a very different menu. Ahead of the closure, Tim has said: "This marks a really exciting stage in sō–lō's - and our own - journey. "The time is right to invest further in the business, enhance the offering here at sō–lō and build upon the reputation we have. "We want to be able to offer a stronger dining experience. "The sō–lō people know and love will still be here - relaxed, welcoming and ingredient-led - but with a more modern, crisp, fresh new look." He is remaining tight-lipped about the refurbishment, though he has said that there will be a new chef's table. Restaurant chain owned by Michelin-starred chef is on brink of collapse 16 years after it first opened Tim has also confirmed that the restaurant will continue to serve its à la carte lunch menu and award-winning Sunday lunch when it reopens. The Michelin-starred chef did drop some hints about the new menu though. He said: "Flavour will always be at the forefront of what we do, but we are mixing things up a little. "We'll also be offering a more casual, and shorter, tasting menu style experience which showcases outstanding ingredients, our passion for produce and imaginative dishes." The news comes after several major Michelin-starred restaurants have been forced to close. La Dame de Pic closed suddenly in February, alongside fellow French restaurant Café Lapérouse. Both restaurants were located in Central London, with La Goccia - another luxury restaurant in the capital - also closing. La Goccia's owners blamed Covid and Brexit for the closure, saying that both factors left them unable to hire trained staff.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Michelin-starred chef to close popular restaurant for months ahead of huge revamp with new ‘flexible menu' in shake-up
A MICHELIN-starred chef has confirmed plans to temporarily close a popular restaurant for months. The restaurant is closing while its award-winning chef plans a huge revamp of the eatery with a new 'flexible menu'. 4 4 4 Sō–lō was awarded its first Michelin star in 2023, in recognition of its incredible cooking. Its owners, Tim Allen and his wife Mag, first took over the eatery in 2021 and the restaurant soon landed on the UK's Top 100 list. Based in Ormskirk, Lancashire, it became famous for its delicious Sunday lunch service. However, the restaurant will be closing its doors on July 27 as it undergoes a major revamp. It will remain closed until early November when it will reopen with a very different menu. Ahead of the closure, Tim has said: "This marks a really exciting stage in sō–lō's - and our own - journey. "The time is right to invest further in the business, enhance the offering here at sō–lō and build upon the reputation we have. "We want to be able to offer a stronger dining experience. "The sō–lō people know and love will still be here - relaxed, welcoming and ingredient-led - but with a more modern, crisp, fresh new look." He is remaining tight-lipped about the refurbishment, though he has said that there will be a new chef's table. Restaurant chain owned by Michelin-starred chef is on brink of collapse 16 years after it first opened Tim has also confirmed that the restaurant will continue to serve its à la carte lunch menu and award-winning Sunday lunch when it reopens. The Michelin -starred chef did drop some hints about the new menu though. He said: "Flavour will always be at the forefront of what we do, but we are mixing things up a little. "We'll also be offering a more casual, and shorter, tasting menu style experience which showcases outstanding ingredients, our passion for produce and imaginative dishes." The news comes after several major Michelin-starred restaurants have been forced to close. La Dame de Pic closed suddenly in February, alongside fellow French restaurant Café Lapérouse. Both restaurants were located in Central London, with La Goccia - another luxury restaurant in the capital - also closing. La Goccia's owners blamed Covid and Brexit for the closure, saying that both factors left them unable to hire trained staff. 4
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Michelin-starred restaurant to close for months for major revamp
A Michelin-starred restaurant is set to undergo a major refurbishment later this month. Sō–lō, in Ormskirk and owned by chef Tim Allen, will close after its Sunday lunch service on July 27 and reopen in early November following extensive renovations. The refurbishment will include a new chef's table and a refreshed menu structure. Mr Allen said: "The improvements are part of our commitment to positioning sō–lō as one of the leading dining destinations in Lancashire." The restaurant earned its first Michelin star in 2023 (Image: Supplied) He said: "This marks a really exciting stage in sō–lō's - and our own - journey. "The time is right to invest further in the business, enhance the offering here at sō–lō and build upon the reputation we have. "We want to be able to offer a stronger dining experience. "The sō–lō people know and love will still be here - relaxed, welcoming and ingredient-led - but with a more modern, crisp, fresh new look." The refurbishment will include a new chef's table (Image: Supplied) Mr Allen and his partner, Mag, who manages front of house, took over the venue in 2021. The restaurant earned its first Michelin star in 2023 and has retained it ever since. It has also been named in the Top 100 and received several other industry accolades. As part of the revamp, Mr Allen will introduce a more flexible menu offering, including both shorter and extended tasting menus. READ MORE: Best hidden gem fish and chip shops in Lancashire revealed by locals Sadness as college confirms closure of 'much-loved' Blackburn campus Marathon East Lancs council meeting sparks new democracy row He said: "Flavour will always be at the forefront of what we do, but we are mixing things up a little. "We'll also be offering a more casual, and shorter, tasting menu style experience which showcases outstanding ingredients, our passion for produce and imaginative dishes." Sō–lō will continue to serve its à la carte lunch menu and award-winning Sunday lunch once it reopens.
Al Bawaba
27-04-2025
- Politics
- Al Bawaba
Israeli army struggles to stop weapons theft from bases
Published April 27th, 2025 - 06:47 GMT ALBAWABA - There are reserve soldiers in the "Gaza Division" in the regions of Rafah that are located at Shabura and Tel al-Sultan. Photos taken by the spokesman for the Israeli army and made available for free use by the media. Also Read Massive fires force evacuations across central Israel Israeli Channel 12 said on Sunday that the Israeli military is having a tough time countering the phenomena of weapons theft from its sites in a number of different regions, including those that border the Gaza Strip, and that these weapons have reached what it referred to as "criminal entities." In the region that borders the Palestinian Strip, there are large Israeli army troops stationed. These forces include both those who are taking part in combat operations and those that are providing logistical support to the Israeli army during the conflict in Gaza. According to a report by the private Channel 12, "In recent days, a Glock pistol and a Mag machine gun were stolen from IDF staging areas in the Gaza envelope." Furthermore, the station said, citing Israeli police sources who wished to remain anonymous, that a number of Mag machine guns were recently taken from another IDF staging facility located in the southern region. He went on to say, "Recently, we have seen an increase in the theft of weapons and ammunition from gathering areas, and the Israeli Defense Forces are having a difficult time combating this phenomenon." On occasion, they are not aware of the theft that is taking place in real time. According to the sources, the stolen firearms and ammunition are making their way to individuals whom they referred to as "criminals," which is compelling the Israeli police to undertake searches and seize an infinite number of warehouses containing weapons. A spokeswoman for the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) said in reaction to the story that "the IDF views any incident of theft of combat equipment with extreme seriousness and works to prevent such incidents." — Mahalaxmi Ramanathan (@MahalaxmiRaman) April 27, 2025 Additionally, he said, "An investigation has been opened by the Military Police in response to this previous incident." Following the conclusion of the investigation, the results will be sent to the Military Prosecution for further examination. At the beginning of April, this channel disclosed that a covert investigation that was carried out in conjunction with the Military Police resulted in the arrest of reserve soldiers who were suspected of stealing dozens of hand grenades from a military base located in southern Israel and then selling them to "criminal" entities for thousands of shekels. Following the conclusion of the inquiry, raids were conducted on the residences of three more suspects located in northern and southern Israel. These individuals were believed to be consumers and had acquired the grenades from the reserve troops. According to a senior Israeli police officer who spoke to Channel 12 at the time, "If these grenades had leaked into the criminal world, they would have harmed innocent people and served many criminals." The occupation army has acknowledged that "since October 7, 2023, we have witnessed an increase in the transfer of weapons from army bases into the hands of criminal elements." This information was provided by the "occupation army." © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
Los Angeles Times
15-03-2025
- Business
- Los Angeles Times
Pioneering Sustainable Growth and Innovation in Guatemala
Founded in 1983, Magdalena has evolved from a modest sugar mill into a leader in renewable energy and sustainable agriculture in Guatemala. Under the leadership of Jorge Leal, CEO since 2017, the company is setting benchmarks in innovation, sustainability, and economic impact. A Legacy of Dedication and Growth Magdalena's roots lie in a story of resilience and determination. Jorge Leal recalls the values instilled by his grandmother, Doña Elvira, whose work ethic and commitment to education shaped the family's vision. This legacy of dedication led to the founding of Magdalena, with the business initially driven by Leal's father and uncles. Despite challenges, the company thrived under family leadership, achieving an impressive compound annual growth rate of 12% over four decades. Today, Magdalena's operations extend beyond sugar production to include alcohol and renewable energy, generating 10-12% of Guatemala's energy needs. 'Magdalena's growth is deeply rooted in our commitment to community, innovation, and resilience,' Leal reflects. Embracing Circular Economy PracticesIn recent years, Magdalena has embraced a circular economy model, aiming to minimize waste and maximize resource efficiency. By repurposing by-products from sugarcane processing, the company has significantly reduced its environmental footprint. 'Our focus is to use every resource to its fullest potential,' Leal explains. For example, water used in operations is recirculated, and almost all by-products are utilized, with minimal exceptions like certain ashes. These efforts have cut costs, benefitted local communities, and garnered international recognition, including the AMCHAM Guatemala Environmental Award. The company's approach to sustainability is holistic, encompassing water management, carbon footprint reduction, and biodiversity conservation. Magdalena's recent sustainability reports detail advancements in these areas, providing a model for other businesses in the region. Innovating Through Biochemistry and TechnologyMagdalena's forward-thinking approach is perhaps most evident in its growing biochemistry division. Collaborating with the Catholic University of Portugal, the company is leveraging cutting-edge research to develop innovative solutions for health and nutrition. Among its notable achievements is the development of an FDA-approved enzyme that doubles the efficiency of protein absorption in the human body. The company has also integrated artificial intelligence into its research processes, accelerating discoveries and enabling impactful innovations. 'This work transforms our vision, allowing us to address global challenges like nutrition and sustainability,' Leal shares. Renewable Energy ProjectsMagdalena is also a major player in Guatemala's energy sector, with ongoing investments in renewable energy. The company is constructing a 98-megawatt solar park, set to begin operations in March 2025. With plans to expand capacity to 300 MW, this project underscores Magdalena's commitment to clean, sustainable energy. Guatemala's energy system, inspired by the Chilean model, is considered one of the most advanced globally. However, recent underinvestment has created challenges. 'Recognizing the need, we decided to invest in renewable energy independently, demonstrating our trust in Guatemala's potential,' Leal explains. Future plans include exploring geothermal energy and evaluating wind energy technologies, aligning with Magdalena's vision of sustainability and innovation. Building a Global VisionMagdalena is undergoing a strategic transformation, creating two core divisions: one focused on sugar and another on biochemistry. The company aims to increase sugar production by 50% in the next three to four years while expanding operations internationally. 'In biochemistry, our focus is global. We're tackling critical issues like nutrition and exploring solutions that benefit not just Guatemala but also regions like Africa, where we are establishing a presence,' Leal states. This global perspective has been fueled by partnerships with local and international universities, bringing cutting-edge knowledge and technology to Guatemala. The company has also successfully attracted and repatriated Guatemalan talent working abroad, enriching its operations with diverse expertise. A Commitment to Community and OpportunityMagdalena's success is inseparable from its commitment to the Guatemalan people. The company has invested heavily in education, biodiversity, and community resilience, creating a positive ripple effect across the country. 'Guatemala is full of opportunities, driven by its people's warmth, dedication, and creativity,' Leal concludes. 'Our role is to harness these strengths and contribute to the nation's sustainable development.'
