Entrepreneurs Spencer Craig and Greg Castle are planning a major expansion of their Pure California juice and salad bar chain from two to 12 outlets. Jonathan Kaye, chief executive of restaurant group Prezzo, is investing more than £500,000.
The Mail on Sunday 27/05/07 (Financial Mail) page 7
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