All Bakeries articles – Page 2
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Analysis & InsightRestaurants, cafes and bakeries boost hospitality spend
Consumer spending on eating and drinking out in restaurants, cafes and bakeries increased by 1.9% in July, according to Barclays latest Consumer Spend Report, however spend dipped at bars, pubs and clubs.
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Analysis & InsightNew openings slow in 2025
Openings across all fast-food segments have slowed, with the exception of the burger segment, which maintained +2.6% growth, according to new data from Meaningful Vision.
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NewsGail’s yet to reach saturation point
CEO Tom Molnar said he has considered international expansion, but is yet to pull the trigger because the premium bakery chain has a long way to go in the UK
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, featuring Welcome Break, Dishoom, Big Mamma, Wingstop, and more
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NewsMarta Pogroszewska steps into NED role at Gail’s owner Bread Holdings
The former Gail’s MD told MCA it was a ”pleasure and privilege to lead the team for nearly nine years” and that she looked forward to working with them in her new role
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InterviewsPophams founder: ‘The bakery boom is definitely working for us’
The independent bakery and lifestyle brand is preparing to open its fourth bakery next year as part of a considered growth strategy focused on community, quality and operational control
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InterviewsTwo Magpies innovates with new concepts
The bakery group is planning to launch a new ice cream shop concept, following the success of its ‘Mini Magpies’ format, founder Steve Magnall tells MCA
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NewsLola’s Cupcakes triples pre-tax profits
The bakery business, which trades from 40+ locations, reported sales of more than £26m in 2024, with plans to continue expanding in the Southeast and beyond
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NewsGreggs trials Eco Drive-Thru as part of sustainability push
New features at the Winchester site include sun tubes that reduce the need for artificial lighting, smart daylight harvesting systems, and solar panels powering all digital signage year-round
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NewsCornish Bakery to open three new sites and double York flagship
The bakery is ramping up expansion with new openings in Hereford, Woodbridge and Portsmouth, alongside a major investment to more than double the size of its York Coney Street site
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NewsDuck Donuts makes UK debut in Belfast
The Pennsylvania-based brand has opened its first store in Europe on Belfast’s Ormeau Road, serving made-to-order doughnuts alongside breakfast options, snacks, and drinks
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NewsOle & Steen UK delivers double-digit EBITDA growth
For the year ending 31 December 2024, UK revenue rose to £36.6m, up from £34.8m in 2023. EBITDA reached £4.8m, with strong trading in Q4 driving +17% like-for-like sales growth
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InterviewsKnead Bakery targets 10 sites as it opens first city centre location
Founded in 2020, the business has grown quickly with a model that combines handmade products, local sourcing and an independent ethos
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NewsTwo Magpies on track for another profitable year
The café and bakery group achieved a £450k profit in its last financial year by focusing on improving efficiencies to combat increasing costs
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Analysis & InsightQSR operators lead growth in the eating and drinking out market
Travel is expected to be the best performing segment of the total eating and drinking out market in 2025, according to Lumina Intelligence
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NewsPatisserie Valerie owner narrows losses
The bakery business reported turnover of £20.3m, down 20% year-on-year, reflecting a strategic restructuring of its retail estate and a shift towards profitable growth
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, including The Chalk, Burger Drop, Rudy’s, and more
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InterviewsGreggs sees improving picture but maintains cautious outlook
The bakery chain has seen an improving sales trend in recent weeks, but volumes remain “slightly down” as consumer confidence dipped in early 2025, according to CEO Roisin Currie
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NewsGreggs reports improved trading
The retailer achieved total sales of £784m for the first 20 weeks of 2025, with the past 11 weeks supported by better trading conditions
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Analysis & InsightQSR and food-to-go drive growth amid cautious market conditions
QSR turnover is expected to grow 3.4% to £17.7bn, with outlet numbers up 1.5%, while food-to-go is forecast to grow 3.5% to £13.6bn, according to the latest Lumina Intelligence data