All Innovation & Trends articles – Page 9
-
Weekend PressCream of the crop: small brewers take on Guinness with rival ‘nitro’ stouts
Independents muscle in on craze for the black stuff with dark beers that use same nitrogen process as Irish favourite, writes The Guardian
-
![JN_250929_Brewdog_Darts_0224_-_Medium_1[1]](https://d36hgjhwuw81py.cloudfront.net/Pictures/100x67/6/2/3/381623_jn_250929_brewdog_darts_0224__medium_11_584288.jpg)
NewsThe Social Gaming Group builds on BrewDog partnership with new events-led initiative
The tech-focused competitive socialising company is cementing its partnership with the brewer and bar operator through a programme of social gaming-led experiences
-
NewsDum Dum Donuts returns to expansion trail following relaunch
The artisanal doughnut brand says it has the capacity to open 10 or more sites per year following the recent launch of a new bakery and innovation hub in Brentford
-
NewsCosta expands matcha range nationwide
The coffee chain expanding its matcha latte range to all 2,800 nationwide stores today as it looks to win over Gen Z consumers and turn around its struggling financial performance
-
NewsKrispy Kreme launches matcha range
The doughnut brand is partnering with Steven Bartlett-backed challenger PerfectTed on matcha lattes and doughnuts, as it seeks to capitalise on booming demand for the green tea beverage
-
NewsSubway expands vegan range
The Smashed Falafel Sub will be trialled in 300 UK stores from today (7 January) until 24 March, which will be rolled out alongside a six-piece side portion of falafel bites
-
NewsNEOS acquires Tiger Tiger Haymarket site for London debut
The late-night bar business says the acquisition marks ‘a major milestone’ and will see the landmark West End location undergo a multimillion-pound redevelopment
-
Analysis & InsightFive Guys seeks new backers in polarised market
As Carphone Warehouse billionaire Sir Charles Dunstone looks to sell a stake in his burger business, Simon Brooke explores the business journey of the chain, its financial position, and how it fares in an increasingly competitive market and challenged consumer climate
-
NewsStonegate invests ‘record’ £12m in its pubs in first quarter of the year
The pubco has also confirmed a development pipeline of £30m for the remainder of the financial year that includes the launch of a new co-investment programme in early 2026
-
NewsPopeyes launches refreshed savers menu
The fried chicken brand’s new Shatter Crunch Savers range features 28 items with prices starting at £1.99
-
NewsAll Bar One invests £2.3m to refurbish transport hub sites
The Mitchells & Butlers owned bar brand is overhauling sites in Birmingham and Edinburgh with design-led upgrades tailored to cater for the high-footfall locations
-
Analysis & InsightFrom treat to routine: What UK and US dining spend reveals about consumer behaviour
In the UK, eating out continues to be viewed primarily as a discretionary treat, whereas in the US, dining out has evolved into a routine part of everyday life. Restaurant consultant Robert Ancill examines the takeaways for operators on either side of the Atlantic
-
NewsIndian Brewery Company launches in Birmingham Airport in partnership with TRGC
Billed as ‘a significant milestone’ for the Indian Brewery Company, the new opening will bring the craft beer and street food business to three sites
-
NewsBurger Boi launches first Morrison’s concession
The Wolverhampton-founded premium QSR chain has launched a site within Morrisons Manchester Piccadilly store with at least four further openings planned under the partnership
-
NewsRockfish reports growth in sales and profits
The Mitch Tonks-led seafood restaurant group has reported ‘another record year’ of results with turnover climbing to £15m and group EBITDA rising by more than 10%
-
NewsFrites Atelier finally makes UK debut
The luxury chip shop brand, led by Dutch chef Sergio Herman, has been planning an opening in London since 2017 and finally launched a site in Soho this week
-
NewsJohn Vincent looking to return Leon to expansion trail following turnaround plan
Vincent says he expects to be back on the expansion trail with plans for as many as 100 UK outlets, mostly in London, over the next four years
-
NewsRapper Professor Green to launch fast food brand in Glasgow
Green says his new brand, which will open its first restaurant on Byres Road in the Scottish city in Q1 of 2026, is designed to ‘disrupt the fast food market’
-
NewsSides to make Scottish debut next year with double opening
Managing director Aaron Moore-Saxton says expanding into Scotland has been ‘a huge ambition’ for the fried chicken chain, which recently revealed plans to double its estate each year
-
NewsFive Guys launches loaded fries
In a first for the premium burger brand, Five Guys has added a new item to its food menu, which will feature fries topped with cheese sauce, a ‘secret’ fry sauce, and up to 14 toppings of choice