Article: Michelin-starred chefs join call for tap water at tables ; Support for Standard campaign after one day

LONDON'S leading chefs and restaurants today backed the Evening Standard's Water On Tap campaign to make asking for and drinking tap water socially acceptable in every eating and drinking venue.

Tom Aikens, Jamie Oliver and Anthony Worrell Thompson have all added their weight to the drive, which was launched yesterday.

Companies and restaurants who join the campaign will sign a pledge to offer and serve free tap water to customers without prejudice.

Hundreds of restaurants, from Michelin-starred venues to major chains, have already signed up.

Michelin-starred chef Aikens said: "It's not at all difficult for restaurants to do this and our staff now offer tap water automatically.

"We really ...

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