The Mandrake, London’s acclaimed 5-star Luxury Hotel, proudly announces the appointment of Tim Lang as its new Director of Food & Beverage, to work alongside Eljesa Saciri, General Manager. Lang joins the hotel with over 15 years of leadership experience, and brings a multilingual, entrepreneurial approach to culturally resonant hospitality, having previously held senior roles including Food & Beverage Director at Chiltern Firehouse.

Lang is the founder of Caia Notting Hill, an acclaimed wine bar, restaurant, and music space praised for its integration of food, music, and design. He also co-founded Fiend, a fine-dining concept in Notting Hill, which was highly praised by Giles Corren in The Times.

Lang will oversee the hotel’s signature dining and drinking venues, Yopo Restaurant and Bar, Waeska Bar, and Jurema Terrace, developing immersive culinary experiences that combine South American and European influences, music, art, and design. Beyond this, he will be leading the Food and Beverage programme in the newly opened member club CoOc.

Rami Fustok, Founder of The Mandrake, said:
” We are delighted to welcome Tim Lang as Director of Food & Beverage at Mandrake and CoOc. Tim brings a wealth of experience, sharp commercial insight, and a dynamic leadership style that makes him an exceptional addition to our executive team. We are confident that he will strengthen our culinary vision, elevate the guest experience, and drive operational excellence in our Sanctuary. His appointment marks the continual evolution for The Mandrake and CoOc ‘’

Tim Lang added: 
“The Mandrake is a one-of-a-kind destination where one doesn’t arrive merely by accident. A hub where art, culture, and hospitality intersect. I’m thrilled to lead the F&B team in creating experiences that connect with both local communities and global tastemakers.”