All articles by Georgi Gyton – Page 2
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NewsThesleff Group achieves record sales in 2025
Recently named as one of the UK’s 100 fastest growing businesses by The Sunday Times, the luxury hospitality group achieved record sales of £37.8m in 2025 and is projecting turnover of £64.7m this year.
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NewsJames Watt hopeful of second chance to buy back BrewDog
The BrewDog co-founder said that if he had a further opportunity to buy back his former business he would look to use his new drinks company, Second Best, as the vehicle to purchase it.
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NewsGreggs strengths board with new non-exec
Ikdeep Singh will join the board on 1 July 2026, as independent non-executive director, and brings with him significant leadership experience in global consumer businesses
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OpinionCan the government be swayed on VAT?
While calls for a permanently reduced rate of VAT for the hospitality sector are certainly not new, the voice of the sector has become louder on this issue in recent years in the hope the government will finally take action. Is #VATsTheProblem the answer?
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Analysis & InsightDelivery sales continue to see strong like-for-like growth
Overall sales for delivery and takeaway rose only 1.5% in April, versus last year, with delivery seeing above inflation growth compared to declining takeaway and click and collect orders
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Analysis & InsightFood and drink prices creep up again following dip
The 0.2% rise in prices in April is indicative of current geopolitical issues, high crude oil prices and tightening key commodities are exerting a renewed upward force on UK wholesale markets, states the latest Foodservice Price Index from NIQ and Prestige Purchasing.
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NewsMeatLiquor sites sold to Nabil Mankarious in pre-pack deal
Companies controlled by the former MeatLiquor director and co-founder of Fulham Shore purchased the two remaining MeatLiquor restaurants and sister bar BLOODsports in separate transactions.
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NewsStout brands look to rival Guinness
JD Wetherspoon has announced it plans to roll out Irish stout Murphy’s across its c.800 UK pub estate by the end of this month, with brand owner Heineken pitching Murphy’s as a cheaper alternative to Guinness
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NewsTube strikes set to go ahead this week
Drivers affiliated with the RMT union will stage a walk-out for two 24-hour periods, this Tuesday and Thursday after last-minute talks to resolve a dispute over working hours failed to achieve a resolution.
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NewsFive Guys Europe appoints new property director
Stephen Holloway joins the burger chain to lead its property team across the UK, France, Spain & Germany as it looks to expand across multiple channels
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NewsButcombe Group sees continued uplift in like-for-likes
The premium pub group said Q1 trading has been strong, with its managed pubs achieving like-for-like sales growth of 3.6%, on the back of a record year
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InterviewsInternal comms a key area of focus for new tech solutions
Investment in tech solutions that can improve internal communications emerged as one of the key focuses for people teams, in a panel session on human capital management at MCA’s Hostech Conference.
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InterviewsBunsik: ‘We are benefiting from the K-Wave’
Having reached a critical mass of company-owned sites, the Korean QSR concept is pushing forward with its franchise strategy as it looks to reach 60 UK locations, founder Jae Cho tells MCA.
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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.