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BBC presenter and TV chef Simon Rimmer has made the heartbreaking announcement that he's unfortunately had to close one of his top restaurants in a sad move for his career. The Channel 4 Sunday Brunch favourite broke the news to his fans on social media, as he explained that he's been forced to shut down Greens in Didsbury, Manchester after 33 years. Sharing all in a video on X, formerly known as Twitter, the star was clearly emotional as he addressed the reasons for the change.
"Well, this is a very sad day. After 33 years running Greens in Didsbury - we've unfortunately had to close the door," Simon, who has had a tough year after losing an important family member, began. "Our landlords have risen our rent by 35 percent - the general food costs, costs of employing people...
Read More Related Articles Inside Coronation Street's Will Mellor's stunning family home with personalised arcade "It means the business is unviable. It's a heartbreaking day," the chef went on. "I'd like to thank every single customer who has come through the door, our amazing suppliers, our friends...
anybody who's set foot through the door.
Thank you for the last 33 years. "Hopefully we see you again in Sale if not here. Lots of love," Simon added, and friends and colleagues in the business rushed to the comments to share their support at such a difficult time.
Love Island narrator Iain Stirling said: "Mate one of my favourite places back in my Manchester days. Sending lots of love x." "This is so sad, we’ve had 15+ years of making memories and having wonderful times here," another follower replied. "So sad to hear this Simon," a third lamented, followed by: "Such sad news." "So sad to hear this.
Great British Bake Off star Ruby Bhogal has revealed she is engaged to BBC presenter James Stewart.
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