What it’s like to launch a new restaurant right before a pandemic

Restaurateurs share their stories on how they have risen to the challenge when opening as the country shuts down

Launching a successful business is no easy task. From the long hours to the financial risks, employing staff and getting administrative ducks in a row, it’s something only a certain type of person can do.

But what happens when the fruits of your labour come crashing down with the announcement of a UK-wide lockdown? You think smart and diversify in any way you can.