conran's return to cafe society; As Sir Terence Conran's new Grand Cafe And Bar continues the trend towards simpler eating when it opens this week, he tells Charles Campion why he's praying it will succeed. From: The Evening Standard (London, England) | Date: June 19, 2003| Author: | COPYRIGHT 2003 Solo Syndication Limited. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

Byline: CHARLES CAMPION

Even a polished performer like Sir Terence Conran cannot help getting a glint in his eye as the enthusiasm takes over and he talks about his latest opening. The Grand Cafe And Bar in the Royal Exchange building opens on Fri 20 Jun and may well be a signpost to the future as far as London restaurants are concerned. It could just be that over-the-top and complicated dishes have had their day and now the new watchword is simple. Simple food. Simple service.

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