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Interviews‘It’s been transformational’ – James Brown on the first year of Prezzo’s rebrand
The Italian casual dining chain’s CEO tells MCA the new name, look and menu are now driving double-digit growth and pushing customer sentiment scores to new heights
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NewsJust Eat to pilot WhatsApp ordering in Europe
The delivery platform says its latest innovation, which will initially be trialled in the Netherlands and Spain, is ‘redefining the paradigm of convenience’
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Analysis & InsightHow hospitality is integrating AI assistants into the workplace
Virtual assistants to support staff and enhance the customer experience are becoming more prevalent across the sector, but, as delegates at MCA’s Hostech Conference were told, adoption remains a challenge
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Analysis & InsightPopeyes: ‘Our control of the basics has enabled us to scale’
The fast-growing fried chicken chain’s CTO, David Carey, told MCA’s Hostech Conference that the unification of different tech systems is a big focus as the group continues to scale
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Analysis & InsightPizzaExpress looks to prove new QSR concept
The casual dining juggernaut has entered the quick-service market with a small-scale high-tech restaurant in London’s Brixton that could provide the blueprint for a new expansion strategy
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NewsDeliveroo sees UK gross order volumes jump 20%
CEO Miki Kuusi said the delivery aggregator has been ‘scrambling to get enough riders on the streets’ after seeing an acceleration of volumes in recent months
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InterviewsTaco ’bout growth: Mark Selby on why Wahaca is ready to expand again
Despite moving from CEO to the less hands-on role of chairman, the contemporary Mexican restaurant group’s co-founder remains focused on supporting the business as it continues to evolve and expand
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NewsPizzaExpress moves into QSR with new restaurant format
The group has launched a new site in Brixton that features self-ordering kiosks and an emphasis on takeaway, with further openings planned for the new format
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Weekend PressLure of being a social media chef means youngsters forgoing classic training, Michelin star cook warns
Industry figures say going viral is no replacement for the classic route of apprenticeships and competition, The Guardian reports
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NewsYard Sale Pizza appoints growth director
The Piper-backed pizza delivery brand has brought in Sophie Abrahamovitch, co-founder of bars app DUSK, to lead the marketing team and be accountable for everything related to sales growth
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NewsAtis to launch first customer app
The London-based salad specialist says the move marks a ‘major step’ in its strategy to make 2026 its year of customer-first innovation
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NewsWetherspoons app ‘here to stay’
Chairman Tim Martin has clarified that the pub chain has no intenation of ditching its popular mobile app, following a report he was considering caling time on the technology
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NewsSona secures £34m Series B investment
Led by N47, the funding will accelerate the development of Sona’s forecasting, scheduling, and workforce AI platform
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InterviewsTaco Bell: ‘We’re at a tipping point of penetration’
Ian Cranna, general manager for UK and Europe, told MCA’s Food to Go Conference the US Tex-Mex chain is bullish about its growth prospects in the UK
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Analysis & InsightValue, velocity and the cross-Atlantic polarisation cycle
As hundreds of QSR franchises file for bankruptcy protection in the US, Robert Ancill explores what this advance notice mean for the UK market, which is facing up to the impact of structurally elevated labour and food costs entrenched in their P&L
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OpinionJeremy King unwittingly feeds the social media monster
The fabled restaurateur has taken aim at entitled social media influencers for causing a nuisance and ruining the dining experience for other guests. But did his keen sense of style and design, appeal to A-listers and cultivation of The Ivy lay the groundwork for the age of the vapid self-takers? ...
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InterviewsCooks Coffee: ‘Matcha is no longer a fad’
The Esquires Coffee owner says it has made various changes to appeal to younger Gen Z consumers, as well as Millennials, through embracing new technologies and introducing more health-conscious menus
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NewsPrezzo Italian launches family dining subscription
The offer, described as ‘first-of-its-kind’ deal in the UK, will allow up to three children to enjoy a three-course meal with the purchase of one full-priced adult main
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NewsYouMeSushi reports ‘year of record growth’
The fast casual sushi chain says it reached £20m in sales in 2025 with 14% year-on-year growth
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Weekend PressHow Britain became a fried chicken nation
Chicken shops are opening at a faster rate than all other fast food outlets on British high streets, but what does this trend mean for traditional takeaways, asks the BBC