All Innovation & Trends articles – Page 10
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NewsPopeyes UK: ‘We’ve got something pretty special’
The Louisiana-style fried chicken chain wants to ensure no customer is more than 30 minutes away from one of its restaurants, CEO Tom Crowley tells The Grocer
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Analysis & InsightRestaurants shrink menus as QSRs play to trends and expand dishes
New data from Lumina Intelligence shows the restaurant sector streamlining and cutting back menu options, as QSRs, coffee and sandwich shops capitalise on global taste trends
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Analysis & InsightLocal heroes: Why community pubs are pubcos’ most valuable assets
Community pubs are becoming a greater strategic priority for pub companies, with operators investing in localised offers, stronger neighbourhood connections and greater site autonomy to drive loyalty, footfall and long-term growth
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Analysis & InsightMore than 160 hotel deals over the line in first half of 2026
The UK hotel market recorded around £1.95bn in transaction volume during first half of this year, despite operational and costs challenges
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InterviewsThe profit under the pillow: why pubs are adding rooms
Pub groups including Coaching Inn, Heartwood Collection, Chestnut and Butcombe are investing in premium accommodation and building destination pubs capable of capturing spend across multiple occasions
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InterviewsHaldiram’s: The Gen Z business leader with a sweet tooth for restaurant success
The family-run heritage Indian sweets and snacks brand is plotting international restaurant expansion in the UK, US and Europe, after its hit London debut spearheaded by a fourth-generation family member
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Analysis & InsightMeal deals: The key lunchtime battleground
New consumer research from Lumina Intelligence reveals the evolving behaviours shaping the UK’s meal deal market, from changing perceptions of value to the combinations consumers are most willing to spend on
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NewsStaycation boost fails to ease pressures on hotel operators
A late summer surge in UK staycation bookings is helping drive demand across parts of the hotel sector, but operators say rising labour, energy and maintenance costs continue to squeeze profitability despite stronger trading
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InterviewsMarket Halls: ‘We’ve moved away from the transactional relationship and into the emotional’
Following a ‘landmark’ year, the food hall operator is looking to take advantage of consolidation in the market to grow its estate while also evolving the concept and guest experience
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Analysis & InsightSecret sauce: How demand for dipping is transforming QSR innovation
Once just an accompaniment to your fries, sauces are now developing a main character energy amid a growing influence from contemporary US chains and greater demand for customisation from diners
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InterviewsHeartwood sets sights on 1,000 bedrooms
The Alchemy-backed group has completed on a site in Solihull and has two further Warwickshire properties in legals
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InterviewsMcDonald’s UK&I CEO: ‘We’ve continued to strengthen customer connection and drive growth
Following publication of the global group’s Q2 results, Lauren Schultz tells MCA that a combination of menu innovation and culturally relevant campaigns has carried momentum into the second quarter
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InterviewsPoolhouse can work in ‘many towns and cities' in UK
CEO and co-founder Andrew O’Brien tells MCA initial reaction to the tech-led pool group’s debut London site has been ‘amazing’ with strong repeat business and opportunities to evolve the concept
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NewsTime Out Market to finally make UK debut
The Crown Estate has announced Time Out Market London will open at 55 Regent Street, part of its 10 Piccadilly development in the heart of the West End, in 2028
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NewsButcombe Group: ‘Major investments in the estate are driving growth’
The premium pub group has reported ‘strong’ half year results for 2026 with like-for-likes across its managed pub division up 5.2%
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Analysis & InsightDomino’s CEO: ‘Chick ‘N’ Dip has the potential to be second growth engine’
Chief executive Nicola Frampton says the pizza group is beginning to see tangible results from its new strategy, with first-half trading delivering growth across all key financial metrics
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OpinionWingstop isn’t selling chicken. It’s selling belonging.
How youth culture, rap and content built Wingstop UK beyond compare
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Analysis & InsightMore than half of young people prioritise experiences over material things
The experience economy could be instrumental in unlocking future economic growth, according to a new report
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NewsPadel worth £200m a year as participation doubles
Investors are rushing to capitalise on the demand for the UK’s fastest-growing sport as new courts spring up across the country
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NewsGiggling Squid launches largest ever menu update
Featuring 16 new items, served in generous portions, new dishes include Khao Mok Moo, a Thai take on biryani featuring wok-fried rice and chilli pork wrapped in a lotus leaf, as well as Yellow Noodle Tamarind Duck and a Whole Sea Bass Green Curry