All articles by Georgi Gyton – Page 3
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NewsLittle Dessert Shop launches refreshed brand identity
The 50-strong dessert parlour brand has updated the colour palette, graphics and signage across its shops and newly expanded menu.
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NewsDiageo appoints new CFO
Joanne Wilson, currently CFO at WPP plc, will join Diageo’s board and executive committee some time in 2027, replacing Nik Jhangiani.
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NewsScottish government urged to back #VATstheproblem campaign
More than 100 leading chefs and hospitality businesses have written to Scotland’s First Minister calling on him to back the campaign to reduce VAT to 10%
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NewsVaulkhard Leisure improves EBITDA following consolidation
Turnover fell slightly from £14.3m to £14.2m, but the north east leisure group achieved positive EBITDA of £840k versus £510k in 2024.
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NewsKnoops represents one of the ‘most exciting business opportunities’, former CEO says
William Gordon-Harris told MCA its recent US opening exceeded any possible revenue expectations and that ”the ambition and confidence are maintained, Knoops will shortly be a category-defining global brand”.
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Analysis & InsightFood to go market is ‘getting tougher’
Cafes and coffee shops and QSR brands have seen spend growth and average transaction values fall over in the quarter to July 2026, with a focus on the customer mission increasing important, CACI has said.
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NewsTRGC to grow Jones The Grocer in UK rail sector
Areas-owned business TRG Concessions has signed an exclusive development agreement with the global F&B brand, with its first rail site opening this week at London Waterloo and further openings expected to follow.
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NewsWelsh council suspends holiday tax plans following backlash
Gwynedd, which incorporates Snowdonia, had planned to introduce a £1.30 per night charge on hotel and B&B stays, with around 80% of businesses and tourists against the levy
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NewsKnoops CEO and property director step down
Investor and global CEO William Gordon-Harris has stepped down as chief executive of the premium hot chocolate café and retailer, with chief operating officer Jo Brett and CFO Martin Long to lead the business.
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NewsStonegate reports further quarter of ‘strong profit growth’
Stonegate Group CEO David McDowall said the results for the 40 weeks to 5 July 2026, demonstrate that its transformation strategy is working, with the pub company delivering adjusted EBITDA of £304m – up from £279m the previous year.
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Analysis & InsightTotal draught volumes down last month
Consumers continued to embrace the on-trade last month despite a slowdown in draught beer sales following the FIFA World Cup, with increased spend driven by food sales, according to The Oxford Partnership.
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InterviewsSamyukta Nair: ‘Hospitality doesn’t leave much room for ego’
What felt relevant a few years ago might feel obsolete today, LSL Capital’s co-founder and creative director tells MCA, with evolution as a sign of smart leadership rather than failure
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NewsRed Oak Taverns reports year of strong progress
Despite meaningful increases in employment and property costs, the pub company said it had delivered a “substantial improvement” in profitability, with sales up 9% in 2025.
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InterviewsOpen Restaurant Group: ’It’s going to be a busy six months for us’
Having recently acquired two restaurants from chef Gary Usher and with a further four on the cards by spring next year, CEO Sam Morgan tells MCA he’s excited about the group’s next chapter of growth
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NewsGreggs’ Bitesize format makes debut in supermarket
The new opening – at Tesco Southwark Superstore – is the fifth site to open in Greggs’ smaller Bitesize format and supports its broader shop estate growth plans
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NewsDigital ID can now be used in pubs and bars
Customers can choose to use a certified app on their phone to prove they are over 18 when buying alcohol, without showing physical ID. The new law, which came in today, applies to licensed venues in England and Wales
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NewsCosta planning 200 further store refreshes this year
Costa Coffee is continuing to upgrade its UK and Ireland estate, with 200 further “refreshes” planned for this year, as CEO Philippe Schaillee works to continue period of strong sales momentum.
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InterviewsBread Ahead: ‘It’s important to have a long-term vision’
Founder Matthew Jones tells MCA he believes there are plenty of opportunities to grow its owner-operator model in the UK, alongside new franchise openings overseas
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NewsBow Street Group reports improving LFLs following site investment
The owner and operator of Wildwood and dim t restaurants reports improving like-for-like sales for the first half of the year – up 5.6% – but adjusted EBITDA and operating loss declined over the period.
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NewsKuvi Hospitality builds senior team as it looks to scale Coyo Taco
The hospitality investment platform, led by CEO Shereen Ritchie, said the appointments deepen its capabilities across finance, brand, consumer insight and strategic development as the business moves into its next stage of growth.