All Coffee shops & Cafes articles
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NewsFoodCo UK targeting 12 new sites per year
The franchise operator of Muffin Break and Jamaica Blue is on track to reach 100-sites before the end of the year, with the latter brand gaining traction in the UK, CEO Michael Arbuckle told MCA.
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NewsTaco Bell to open 30 Live Mas Cafés by the end of 2025
The US fast food chain is expanding its indulgence-focused café concept across California and Texas
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NewsBenugo turnover surpasses £134m
The café, deli, and restaurant group achieved the highest turnover in its 26-year history in 2024, while securing new contracts at locations like St Paul’s Cathedral and Windsor Castle
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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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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, featuring Speedboat Bar, The Evolv Collection, Emerald Hospitality Group, and more
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News200 Degrees announces record sales
The coffee shop, roastery and wholesale business – owned by The Nero Group – reported revenue had broken through the £20m mark for the first time, in the year to 31 March 2025.
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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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NewsBadiani to launch crowdfunding campaign
The Italian gelato shop operator, which has 14 UK sites, is to launch a crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube as it looks to scale internationally.
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NewsTwo more operators revealed for Marylebone’s Loxton Walk
Melrose & Morgan and Matchado are set to open new cafés at Loxton Walk, a new mixed-use retail and leisure destination launching in Marylebone later this year
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, including Heartwood, Thunderbird, Rudy’s, Wagamama, Lucky Franks, ScandiKitchden, and more
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NewsHow a new wave of food-to-go operators are premiumising lunch
In the latest episode of MCA’s Takeaway podcast series, founders from Atis, The Salad Project, Sandwich Sandwich and Yolk share how they’ve built loyal followings with bold menus and transparent sourcing
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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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InterviewsMaginhawa Group looking to expand ice cream and café concepts
The multi-concept hospitality group is looking to open further Mamasons Dirty Ice Cream and Café Mama & Sons venues, and is considering options for international expansion, founder Omar Shah has told MCA.
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InterviewsMouse Tail Coffee eyes measured growth as it tests city model
Founded in 2013 as a coffee van in Peckham, the brand now operates six London sites, alongside roastery Mission Coffee Works, and an in-house bakery supplying its stores
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NewsStarbucks exploring China stake sale to fund future growth
Speaking to the FT, global CEO Brian Niccol said the company had seen “a lot of interest” from potential investors, and was now weighing the value of bringing in a partner to support expansion in China
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NewsPret trials new shop format targeting hybrid workers in towns
The trial will see Pret shift from its traditional grab-and-go model towards a more dine-in focused offer, with more seating, made-to-order food and added features such as a children’s play area
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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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InterviewsJoe & the Juice: ‘It’s still only the beginning for us in the UK’
CEO Thomas Nørøxe tells MCA the food to go chain continues to see potential for up to 500 sites in the UK alone, with growth to be found across new day parts, formats, and occasions
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NewsPret owner explores new investors ahead of possible IPO
The European investment group, which acquired Pret for £1.5bn in 2018, has engaged advisers to explore options including a stake sale, people familiar with the matter told the FT
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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