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All articles by Georgi Gyton
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NewsBoots’ new food to go range launched in response to GLP-1 usage
The retailer has launched a new 15 strong range of products, including sandwiches, salads and sushi, designed to offer protein and fibre focused options
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Analysis & InsightMoto Hospitality: ‘We are focused on game-changing tech’
From looking 10 years into the future, to actionable insights that can be used today, chief digital and information officer Arslan Sharif shares how the business is optimising AI and data to drive performance.
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NewsGreggs trialling self-service solution
The debut unit opened earlier this month at franchise partner Motor Fuel Group’s petrol forecourt outside Glasgow airport, with several further units to be rolled out as part of the trial.
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Analysis & InsightHostech: ‘Don’t add new tech if it doesn’t add value’
From choosing the right tech solution for your business, to the importance of data, speakers from Fireaway Pizza and Ottolenghi discussed the evolution of their tech stacks in a panel at the MCA Conference
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NewsMarcel Khan to step down as Fulham Shore CEO
His departure follows the CVA and restructure of Franco Manca and the sale of The Real Greek, earlier this month, with Fulham Shore CFO Colin Berry understood to be leading the business on an interim basis.
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NewsBistrot Pierre looking to expand Maison Pierre concept
French-inspired restaurant group Bistrot Pierre is looking to expand its boutique hotel and F&B concept Maison Pierre, following two initial openings.
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Analysis & InsightGrowth revised down for UK eating out market
The UK eating out market is forecast to reach a value of £102.8bn in 2026, representing nominal growth of +1.8% - down from the +2.24% forecast in February, according to Lumina Intelligence.
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NewsMajority of regional mayors considering tourist tax
As many as 10 of England’s 14 regional mayors are planning to or considering implementing overnight visitor levies in a move which could increase the cost of a holiday by as much as £300
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InterviewsM&B’s Phil Urban: ‘There is no reason why our momentum shouldn’t continue’
After achieving profit growth in the face of additional costs of £35m this financial year, CEO Phil Urban speaks to MCA about steak becoming a consumer luxury, the potential to acquire Whitbread sites, and his optimism over returning warm weather
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NewsThe Real Greek set to change hands for £1.5m
The sale of the Mediterranean restaurant business to Karali Group was for an agreed sum of £1m, paid on completion, with a further consideration of £500k to be paid based on the successful assignment of ten leases.
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NewsJason Cotta steps down as Arcturus CEO
He leaves the group to pursue new opportunities after joining TriSpan in November 2024 to lead the formation of its Asian restaurant platform, Arcturus, which brought together its Pho, Rosa’s Thai and Mowgli brands
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NewsBow Street Group reports continued improvement to sales
In a trading update ahead of its AGM today, the Wildwood and dim t owner and operator said group revenue was up on a comparable basis for the four and a half months to 17 May 2026, with acquisition discussions ongoing.
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Analysis & InsightHospitality sees further dip in like-for-like sales
Britain’s hospitality groups experienced a 0.4% decline in like-for-like sales in April, as consumers continued to tighten their spend, according to the latest NIQ RSM Hospitality Business Tracker.
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NewsTossed zeroes in on gut health with new range
The Healthy Gut range includes a number of salads, protein bowls, drinks and snacks, designed to support digestion and boost wellbeing.
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NewsPortobello Pub Co: ‘2026 shaping up to be an exciting year’
The Zetland Capital-backed group reported a 13% increase revenue to £32.8m, and narrowed its losses for the year to September 2025
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Analysis & InsightEaster period brought little relief to hospitality sector
Revenue across fine dining, casual dining and pubs and bar saw a marginal increase of +0.58% in April 2026, versus the previous month, according to the latest Hospitality Sector Index from Moore Kingston Smith.
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NewsASK Italian shifts NPD to better suit new pizza range
The Azzurri Group brand has added new lighter, fresher mains and salads, designed to be shared, to sit alongside its recently launched larger 14-inch hand-stretched pizza range, Pizza A Mano.
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Analysis & InsightGreggs eyes the international prize
After announcing a new outpost in Tenerife South Airport, MCA explores the opportunity for Greggs in a destination which sees more 6m British tourists a year, and the potential pitfalls and complexities in transporting such a British brand into an international airport environment
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NewsCosta Coffee to replace Starbucks at Cineworld
The coffee chain has announced a new partnership with Cineworld, which will see the coffee chain open in up to 26 cinema locations as part of a 10-year agreement.
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NewsMarston’s: ‘We have a 600-pub conversion opportunity’
Chief executive Justin Platt said there was a clear roll out opportunity, with market mapping of its current estate suggesting that around 250 of its sites would be suitable for conversion to its successful local sports bar format Grandstand.