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⬇️ Harrods Drops Star-Chef Restaurants Amid Changing Dining Habits

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Harrods Drops Star-Chef Restaurants Amid Changing Dining Habits

London’s luxury department store, Harrods, is winding down partnerships with celebrity chefs—including Gordon Ramsay, Tom Kerridge, Calum Franklin, and Masayoshi Takayama—as it shifts away from fine-dining spots toward all-day in-house food offerings. The change reflects evolving consumer behavior, such as customer preference for earlier meals. Despite the closures, Harrods continues investing in its role as a leading dining destination.​ ​Read more.

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