All articles by Georgi Gyton – Page 5
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NewsTRG explores sales of Concessions division
Bankers at Lazard are understood to be assessing prospective buyers for the 40-plus unit division, which operates from major transport hubs such as Heathrow and Gatwick Airport
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InterviewsBread Ahead: ‘There is still so much opportunity for us to grow’
The London-based bakery business is gearing up to launch its first company-operated international site, in New York, with further openings lined up in the UK and Asia, founder Matthew Jones tells MCA
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NewsCoffee#1 achieves uplift in lfls as expansion continues
The regional coffee brand, owned by The Nero Group, reported a 3.6% increase in like-for-like sales during the year ended May 2025, driven by an uplift in spend per head.
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NewsInternational continues to drive growth at RBI
The owner of Burger King, Tim Hortons and Popeyes, Restaurant Brands International achieved 6.1% like-for-like sales growth in Q4.
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Analysis & InsightHow hospitality is embracing employees with learning disabilities
Brands such as Chopstix and Pizza Pilgrims have been working to offer some of the 1.3 million people in England with learning disabilities meaningful employment. MCA explores the barriers those with additional needs face, and the benefits of more inclusive and supportive hiring practices
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Analysis & InsightEating out volumes fell in the last quarter
Overall market penetration fell by 1ppt in the 13 weeks to 28 December 2025, compared to the same period the previous year, despite some operators reporting record trading over the festive period, according to Lumina Intelligence.
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NewsCornish Bakery to launch new concept for Welsh debut
The independent bakery has confirmed the opening of six new sites by May 2026, including its first in Wales, where it will debut a new format called RISE.
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InterviewsMcMullen’s: ‘Loss of business property relief was seismic game-changer’
While it had toyed with the idea of disposing of its leased and tenanted business in the past, the impact of the last two Budgets was the clincher for the pub and brewing business, MD Heydon Mizon told MCA.
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InterviewsGrind expecting to deliver ‘accelerated growth’ rate this year
The omnichannel coffee business is expecting to deliver an accelerated growth rate of around +25% in its current financial year, following a year of significant growth in FY2024/25, CEO and founder David Abrahamovitch has told MCA.
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Analysis & InsightRise in premium fast food a long-term trend
Inflation has changed the way consumers eat-out with fast-casual and premium fast food operators the most resilient, according to new data from Meaningful Vision.
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NewsElite Pubs celebrates strong full-year performance
The Kent-based gastro pub and restaurant group grew revenue by 12% in the year to 31 March 2025, with net profit up 22%, in a year “packed with opportunities and positive improvements”
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Analysis & InsightGreggs now largest chain in UK branded coffee shop market
The food-to-go focused retailer has overtaken Costa Coffee to reach the top spot, according to Allegra World Coffee Portal, as consumers continue to embrace non-traditional coffee locations
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NewsAG Barr acquires Fentimans and Frobishers
Scottish drinks group AG Barr has acquired adult soft drink brands Fentimans and Frobishers Juices for a combined c.£51m as it looks to capitalise on the consumer trend for reduced alcohol consumption.
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NewsPub investment market remains attractive for quality assets
The pub investment market remains attractive for high-quality, freehold-backed assets despite the challenges facing the rest of the market, according to Fleurets’ latest Survey of Pub Prices report.
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NewsSourdough Sophia completes £1.5m funding round
The neighbourhood bakery has completed a £1.5m fundraising round as it looks to build its business from four sites to 20 by 2029.
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NewsNew MD appointed at Okell’s Inns
Heron & Brearley has appointed Ollie Neale as managing director at its Okell’s Inns business, in a move which will also see the Isle of Man business bring its brewing, wholesale and pub arms together
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InterviewsVarious Eateries: ‘We’ve had an unprecedented number of opportunities come our way’
The group is exploring a number of prime sites for Coppa Club and Noci, with the conversion of its three single-site brands also on the cards as it consolidates the business, CEO Mark Loughborough told MCA.
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NewsGrind reports ‘another strong year of growth’ on the high street
The omnichannel coffee brand, which recently completed a £7.5m funding round, increased turnover by c.19%, with its coffee shops, restaurants and bars performing well, but ultimately losses widened last year
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NewsBlack Sheep Coffee secures Yorkshire development agreement
The agreement will see a minimum of eight stores open across the county, with new sites planned across a variety of locations including high streets, shopping centres and drive-thrus.
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Analysis & InsightTrend for early reservations set to continue
Cconvenience is a key factor influencing earlier booking times, with the average preferred start time now 6.12pm, according to a new report from hospitality tech provider Zonal.