Benugo Bar & Kitchen arrives at Warwick Arts Centre.

Benugo Bar & Kitchen arrives at Warwick Arts Centre

Benugo Bar & Kitchen is opening this month at Coventry’s Warwick Arts Centre, the largest arts centre outside of London, the popular venue having recently undergone the largest transformation in its 48-year history.

Warwick Arts Centre has been at the forefront of cultural life in the region since 1974, hosting an ongoing programme of world-class dance, theatre, stand-up comedy, fi lm, spoken word, festivals, visual art, and more.

Ben Warner, Benugo founder, said: “We can’t wait to open our new Benugo Bar & Kitchen and bring our impeccably sourced, delicious food, carbon neutral coff ee, wide range of cold-pressed juices and local beers to a new audience. “We’re delighted to be working in partnership with the prestigious Warwick Arts Centre and look forward to welcoming our new friends to this beautiful space.”

Warwick Arts Centre director, Doreen Forster, added: “We’re so looking forward to welcoming Benugo Bar & Kitchen into Warwick Arts Centre - it’s the perfect place to enjoy a meal before, or after, a performance, as well as being a destination in itself; perfect for meeting up with friends or family. “With our amazing new cinemas, and superb reconfi gured gallery spaces now open, the arrival of Benugo Bar & Kitchen completes our transformation.”

Situated in the building’s new foyer, the stunning Benugo Bar & Kitchen will open daily from 9am-11pm, serving carbon neutral coff ee and pastries alongside Vegan Overnight Oats and French Toast. Freshly made pizzas will be served straight from the pizza oven, alongside Harissa & Chilli Pulled Lamb Shoulder, Cucumber Sambal and Tzatziki on Flat Bread, and Fregola, Rocket, Tomato Salad and Roasted Lemon. A selection of desserts will include Basque Cheesecake and Blood Orange Compote, with a special children’s menu available at weekends.

Benugo will also run the theatre bar, which will be well stocked with a wide range of classic drinks and specialities.

Roadchef welcomes sale to Macquarie Asset Management

Roadchef, a leading UK motorway service area (MSA) operator, has announced that it will be acquired by a fund managed by Macquarie Asset Management. Roadchef has 30 locations across the UK motorway network serving over 52 million customers every year. As the only permitted commercial presence on motorways, MSAs provide essential services to motorists, including rest areas, toilets, food and beverage outlets, refuelling / recharging facilities and accommodation. Macquarie has operated in the UK for more than 30 years, opening its London headquarters in 1989. Today, Macquarie is one of the largest investors in the UK, having invested and arranged more than £50 billion in the country’s essential infrastructure in recent years. Macquarie Asset Management says that it intends to support Roadchef to develop and accelerate the rollout of fast-charging infrastructure for electric vehicles across its estate. Macquarie Asset Management’s investment will also enable Roadchef to invest further in its sites, facilities, and partnerships with a number of the UK’s most popular brands such as McDonald’s, Costa Coff ee and Leon. Mark Fox, chief executive offi cer of Roadchef, said: “We thank Antin for their signifi cant support over the past years, which enabled us to implement our growth strategy and strengthen our position as a leading UK MSA operator. We are delighted to continue our growth journey with Macquarie Asset Management, who recognise our potential and will continue to invest, grow and build Roadchef.” Gordon Parsons, a senior managing director at Macquarie Asset Management, added: “As a key part of the UK’s motorway infrastructure, we believe Roadchef has a major role to play in facilitating the transition to net zero. Its extensive network of locations across the country make it well positioned to support the fast-charging infrastructure that is key to the adoption of electric and low carbon vehicles. We look forward to working closely with the management team to develop Roadchef’s energy transition strategy and its off ering for motorists.” Mark Crosbie, managing partner at Antin, said: “We are proud of the substantial development and strategic transformation Roadchef accomplished during Antin’s ownership. We are also grateful for the strong performance of Roadchef’s experienced management team and dedicated employees and are confi dent they will continue to be successful under their new owner.”