All Bodean’s articles
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Analysis & InsightUp in smoke: what the closure of Bodean’s means for the wider BBQ sector
The apparent collapse of London’s best-known barbecue brand feels like the end of an era in which operators and investors believed US barbecue could become a major force in UK casual dining
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NewsBodean's BBQ shutters three-strong estate
The London based BBQ specialist has closed its remaining locations in Soho, Tower Hill and Camden
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NewsBrewDog appoints new director of bars
Former director at London restaurant and pub group Soltaire, Gemma Hampton-Stone will lead the Tilray Brands-owned business’ bars in the UK and Europe
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NewsGerry’s Hot Subs closes successful fundraising round
The American-style premium subs concept, led by Bodean’s founder Andre Blais, has secured £250k in new investment to help fund its next two openings
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Analysis & InsightBodean’s looks to reignite American BBQ trend
The London-based, Kansas-inspired restaurant concept is looking to fire up interest in smokehouse cuisine with a revamped menu and the appointment of meat guru Richard Turner
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NewsBodean’s BBQ founder to launch sandwich concept
Bodean’s BBQ founder Andre Blais is launching premium sandwich business Gerry’s Hot Subs, and has currently raised £190,000 on Seedrs
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NewsBodean’s BBQ exits Balham, eyes delivery hub
Bodean’s BBQ has exited its Balham restaurant, blaming the accumulation of high delivery costs on top of steep rents and rates, MCA has learnt.
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Bodean's BBQ markets Muswell Hill and Fulham Broadway sites
Bodean’s BBQ, the Andrew Blais-led restaurant group, is open to offers on its Muswell Hill and Fulham Broadway sites, MCA understands.
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Analysis & InsightFlight to flight
The huge growth predicted in air travel has led to greater opportunities for some of the UK’s biggest restaurant operators as their core businesses come under pressure. MCA examines the the diverse range of operators entering the space
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NewsBodean's eyes train station concessions
Bodean’s BBQ, the London smokehouse restaurant group, is looking at train station concessions as a potential low capex route to growth.
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Analysis & InsightDelivery presents bitter/sweet pill for operators
A new wave of delivery is rapidly transforming the dynamics of the restaurant industry, with everyone from fledgling operators to listed hospitality groups entering the fray - whether they want to or not. But has the impact been wholly positive, and is the current model sustainable for operators already battling a series of cost pressures? Finn Scott-Delany reports.
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Bodean's returns to Deliveroo despite 'punitive' fees
Bodean’s BBQ, the London based smokehouse concept, has re-joined Deliveroo “until another competitor becomes more affordable”.
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Analysis & InsightPoll shows demand for restaurant brands among football fans
Football fans are twice as likely to treat themselves to a meal at a premium restaurant brand than the average consumer, new research shows.
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NewsNando’s trials its first UK delivery service
Nando’s, the national restaurant chain, has begun a trial of its own delivery service
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NewsBodean’s drops Deliveroo over cannibalisation fears
Bodean’s founder Andre Blais has told MCA he has ended his relationship with Deliveroo because of concerns over the impact on the dine-in experience and objection to the level of commission.
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Bodean’s to open in Muswell Hill
Bodean’s is to further strengthened its presence in the capital, after securing a site in Muswell Hill, north London
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NewsBodean’s takes Mishkin’s site
Bodean’s BBQ, the Andre Blais-led chain, has further strengthened its presence in London, after securing the former Mishkin’s site in Covent Garden, M&C has learnt. Polpo closed the Catherine Street-based Mishkin’s earlier this year and is currently negotiating on an “exciting flagship spot” in the City for the Jewish deli ...
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Analysis & InsightOnes to watch
Mark Wingett studies the tea leaves before taking a look at eight concepts that he believes have an interesting 12 months ahead in terms of expansion and establishing themselves in the national consciousness
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Analysis & InsightUp in smoke?
With the barbecue phenomenon sweeping across the country, the man credited with popularising the smoked meat craze in London is at a crossroads with his brand, Bodean’s: should he stick or should he twist. Andre Blais opens up to Ruth Williams
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Analysis & InsightBrisket cases
With their hot sauces in retail, a cookbook under their belts and a sixth site about to launch, Red’s True Barbecue’s James Douglas and Scott Munro are fired up for further growth