New Opening -Sexy Lobster Bournemouth

A brand new restaurant on Bournemouth Seafront opened in April at the former Neo site. The glass-dome seafood restaurant, led by entrepreneur Howard Spooner and Executive chef Olivia Brinkley launched in style with an exculsive preview event.

Bruno Lounge opens on Poole Quay

Bruno Lounge is an all-day cafe-bar recently opened on Poole Quay, know for its ecelectic decor, colourful artwork, cosy seating and waterfront location. Bruno Lounge is Italian for dark brown, and you can see Brownsea Island across the water from the Quay.

Eighteen opens at The Kings Arms

Eighteen Restaurant & Bar opened at the Historic The Kings Arms Hotel in Christchurch. The premium dining venue represnets a complete refresh of the hotel's food and beverage offering. The culinary concept is led by Chef Quentin Royles and offers breakfast, lunch afternoon tea, dinner seven days a week

Food Festival season 

Christchurch Food Festival returned at the end of May for the 26th year. Official estimate an incredible 60,000 attendees. Highcliffe Food and Arts Festival took place in June with a fantastic selection of food stalls, live cooking demonstrations, music stages and handmade goods from local artists and makers.

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