All Analysis & Insight articles – Page 2
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Analysis & InsightHow premium pasta is redefining Italian dining
Emerging pasta specialists such as Noci, Bancone, and Lina Stores are shaking up the category with an offering that’s markedly progressed from mass-market Italian casual dining. MCA explores how a wave of fresh pasta concepts are looking to reshape the category
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Analysis & InsightUK delivery market projected to grow +3% in 2025
The value of the market is expected to reach £14.43bn in 2025, with stronger household spending power driving growth in delivery in London and from within the ABC1 demographic and 25-34-year-old age bracket, a new report from Lumina Intelligence has found
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Analysis & InsightSpring Budget: Warning over growing cost pressures amid lack of targeted support
Hospitality leaders have voiced concern following the Spring Budget, which did not include support for the sector despite calls for relief on business rates and employer NICs
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Analysis & InsightHow hospitality can adapt to current market conditions
The Leisure and Hospitality sector team at Interpath recommends businesses tap into pricing strategies, premium offerings, customer loyalty, menu engineering, AI analytics, and more
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Analysis & InsightWeak growth in delivery and takeaway sales continues
Like-for-like sales in February were up by 1.7% on last year, according to CGA’s Hospitality at Home Tracker
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Analysis & InsightBusiness rates rise creates ‘disincentive to invest’
Rates relief will be slashed from 75% to 40% from 1 April, meaning the average bill for pubs will rise from £3,938 to £9,451, according to tax and software firm Ryan
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Analysis & InsightFoodservice braces for new wave of inflation
Following a prolonged period of inflationary pressure, price growth in the foodservice industry stabilised somewhat in 2024, but 2025 has seen a return to rising prices, according to insight specialist Meaningful Vision
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Analysis & InsightDelivery platforms perform strongly as consumer behaviour shifts
Consumers are increasingly prioritising convenience and affordability over traditional dining experiences, with delivery platforms seeing continued revenue growth, a new report from Cardlytics has found.
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Analysis & InsightHotels risk losing half of F&B spend as guests turn to delivery and dining out
Zonal research finds 50% of UK hotel guests are likely to order food for delivery or dine at external restaurants rather than use on-site F&B options
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Analysis & InsightUKHospitality outlines new recommendations for policymakers
The new Social Productivity Index reveals there is so much more to growth than just raw economics, according to CEO Kate Nicholls
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Analysis & InsightCoffee – no longer just a morning pick-me-up?
The price of a cup of coffee may have increased, but consumers are placing value on its indulgent nature and health benefits, Flora Zwolinski, senior insight manager, Lumina Intelligence writes
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Analysis & InsightChipotle on a two-pronged menu innovation approach
The Mexican-inspired chain will launch limited-time offers as well as more of its existing menu items from the US, Stephanie Perdue, VP of brand marketing, tells MCA
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Analysis & InsightWhat will the business of coffee look like in 2050?
The World Coffee Portal explores the technology, market forces and consumer trends that will shape coffee in 2050
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Analysis & InsightBooze faces its big tobacco moment
A drop-off in drinking is prompting fears among investors that alcohol is facing its own “tobacco moment”, as health authorities call for cigarette-style warning labels and moderation becomes mainstream
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Analysis & InsightSocial climbers: is non-stop content creation now what it takes for restaurants to survive?
TikTok, Instagram and YouTube have transformed the hospitality industry. The Guardian talks to the restaurants riding the wave of viral-video success
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Analysis & InsightUrban Pubs & Bars: ‘It’s about turning experiences into repeat visits’
The group’s SEO-driven approach has helped it maximise footfall during occasions, but it’s the little touches that help capture customer loyalty, according to sales & marketing director Andre Johnstone
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Analysis & Insight‘It’s not ok’: Changing the narrative on sexism in hospitality
Sexism in the sector needs to be stamped out. Not just because such behaviour is inexcusable and creates a toxic culture, but also because it denies the sector talent and the benefits of a more diverse workforce. MCA speaks to Butcombe Group, Hawksmoor, The Burnt Chef Project and people experience agency SISU about how operators can tackle the problem
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Analysis & InsightValue of food to go sector forecast to reach £24bn this year
Growth is expected to come from stronger volumes, with increased footfall expected to be a driver in travel hubs and city centres, Lumina Intelligence’s new UK Food to Go Market Report forecasts
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Analysis & InsightChallenging start to 2025 with growth of 0.1% in February
Bars continued a long-term drop in growth with like-for-like sales down by 7.9% in February, according to the latest CGA RSM Hospitality Business Tracker
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Analysis & InsightWatchHouse: ‘There’s now an opportunity to go super quick’
After a slow and steady start in business, the premium coffee house operator is accelerating expansion, with sites in London, New York and Abu Dhabi lined up, CEO Roland Horne explains