Few brunch spots in Brighton & Hove have captured the city’s imagination quite like Oeuf Café in Hove. Known for its playful décor, creative menus, and loyal following, Oeuf has become a multi-BRAVO winner and one of Hove’s most celebrated cafés.
Bonsai Plant Kitchen has quickly become one of Brighton’s most talked-about restaurants. Led by owner Dominic Sherriff, the team has built a loyal following with bold, Japanese-inspired plant-based dishes that deliver all the flavour, texture and creativity you’d expect from top-class dining. Their dedication has paid off — Bonsai has been voted Best Vegan Restaurant at the BRAVOs three years in a row, a record matched only by one other Sussex venue. We caught up with Dom to talk about his influences, the stories behind Bonsai’s food, and what it feels like to be Brighton’s triple-crown Plant Champion.
With Christmas fast approaching, Brighton’s restaurants and bars should stock up and prepare for the festive rush. In this guest post, Alliance South East highlights how originality and innovation can impress guests during this lucrative season, driving revenue and making Christmas a vital moment for profitability.
Jo Glazebrook manages the Brighton Community Kitchen, a social enterprise just minutes from Brighton station where cooking, learning and community come together. From free daytime classes to evening sessions with local chefs, Jo shares how the kitchen inspires confidence, connection and creativity through food.
Marea by Rafael Cagali has landed in Hove, blending Italian elegance with Brazilian flair. We spoke to the Michelin-starred chef about his new restaurant, seasonal flavours and why Brighton is the perfect setting.
Find out more about the concept of Fika. At its simplest, fika (pronounced fee-ka) refers to taking a break to enjoy coffee and something sweet, often in the company of others.
We sit down with Dave Marrow from Embers to delve into the story behind one of Brighton’s most exciting dining spots. In this interview, Dave shares the inspiration behind Embers’ flame-grilled concept, the passionate team that brings it to life, and the creative thinking behind their award-winning Sunday roast.
June 30th 2025, Platf9rm Brighton On a disturbingly hot Monday morning in late June, we gathered at Platf9rm Brighton for the latest workshop in our
New ideas for restaurants and bars for summer 2025. Including Nikkei fusion dining, small plates and experiential dining.
We meet Claudia Spichtig, founder of sustainable workwear brand WEAR SHIFT, ahead of her appearance at the next Sustainability Workshop with Restaurants Brighton and the
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