All articles by Georgi Gyton – Page 13
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Analysis & InsightWine and ice cream becoming popular dish pairing
Venues dedicated to ice cream and wine pairings have been opening, appealing to Gen Z who are less interested in a traditional night out involving alcohol, with the trend picking up interest on social media channels
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Analysis & InsightHospitality sales growth continues to lag inflation
Overall sales grew by 1.9% year-on-year, over the 12 weeks ended 11 March 2025, according to the latest data from Hospitality Data Insights, with delivery sales “slowing markedly” in the most recent four weeks
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NewsFuller’s announces board changes
Helen Jones is stepping down as an independent non-executive director (NED), and chair of the remuneration committee, with Robin Rowland replacing her role on the committee and Jane Bednall joining the board as an NED
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Analysis & InsightUK delivery market projected to grow +3% in 2025
The value of the market is expected to reach £14.43bn in 2025, with stronger household spending power driving growth in delivery in London and from within the ABC1 demographic and 25-34-year-old age bracket, a new report from Lumina Intelligence has found
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NewsNWTC announces record revenue
Revenue increased to £73.5m in the 52 weeks ended 31 March 2024, with underlying EBITDA up 20%, at the Graphite Capital-backed bar and restaurant operator
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NewsPatty & Bun completes restructure of burger business
The business and assets have been acquired by a new company led by the existing team, with all restaurants to remain open, founder Joe Grossmann confirmed.
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NewsPortobello shelves sale plans to focus on existing strategy
Despite receiving “multiple offers”, the board will continue with its existing growth plans, chairman Mark Crowther confirmed
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InterviewsYolk: ‘We try to balance a more premium product with accessibility’
The London-based food to go brand is cautious about pushing too far on price, particularly as it looks to scale outside the capital, founder Nick Philpot explains
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Analysis & InsightDelivery platforms perform strongly as consumer behaviour shifts
Consumers are increasingly prioritising convenience and affordability over traditional dining experiences, with delivery platforms seeing continued revenue growth, a new report from Cardlytics has found.
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NewsLola’s: ‘The real growth opportunity is outside London’
The travel-hub focused bakery brand sees huge potential to expand the business outside London, MD Asher Budwig shared
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NewsWendy’s on track to reach 50 sites this year
The QSR brand is to open five new sites in the coming months, as part of plans to open 150 restaurants across the UK and mainland Europe by 2028
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NewsStack has 14 sites in the pipeline
The live-music, food and drinks led concept has sites opening in Bishop Auckland, Durham and Whitley Bay, with a venue in Manchester also on the cards, chief executive Neill Winch has said
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NewsCaffè Nero holding off on coffee price hikes
Founder and group CEO Gerry Ford said that while coffee prices are “extremely high right now” it was currently holding off on passing the costs onto the consumer
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NewsAverage cost of pint to rise above £5
The milestone is likely to be reached next month, according to research commissioned by the British Beer and Pub Association, with the average price set to hit £5.01 – up from £4.80
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Analysis & Insight‘It’s not ok’: Changing the narrative on sexism in hospitality
Sexism in the sector needs to be stamped out. Not just because such behaviour is inexcusable and creates a toxic culture, but also because it denies the sector talent and the benefits of a more diverse workforce. MCA speaks to Butcombe Group, Hawksmoor, The Burnt Chef Project and people experience agency SISU about how operators can tackle the problem
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Analysis & InsightValue of food to go sector forecast to reach £24bn this year
Growth is expected to come from stronger volumes, with increased footfall expected to be a driver in travel hubs and city centres, Lumina Intelligence’s new UK Food to Go Market Report forecasts
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NewsDe Nadas targeting 20 shops by 2030
The grab-and-go empanada business is looking to open a further 16 shops over the next five years, predominantly in London, co-founder Annabel Martinez-Fox shares
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NewsWagamama partners with Grind on premium coffee offering
The restaurant group will be offering Grind’s signature blends at all 165 sites and has launched a range of sweet treats to tap into new occasions
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NewsCornish Bakery exploring sale of the business
The bakery coffee shop chain has appointed advisors at Tamweel Capital to oversee a sale of the 66-shop business.
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InterviewsPremium lunch concepts confident of growth in the capital
Strong mid-week footfall coupled with consumer demand for high quality lunch options is giving premium lunchtime operators, such as Sandwich Sandwich and Yolk, the confidence to expand in London