Innovation
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InterviewsWagamama: ‘We’ve been a discovery brand since the beginning’
Chief marketing & commercial officer Emma Colquhoun speaks to MCA about evolving customer preferences, staying relevant to younger generations, and broadening the brand’s appeal across occasions
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NewsSoy sauce ice cream? Banana Tree dips into umami dessert trend
Banana Tree has launched a Bangkok-inspired dessert, billed as the ‘most adventurous scoop you’ll try all summer’
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Analysis & InsightA tour of East London’s top emerging concepts
Lumina’s Food Study Tour in East London focused on how operators and consumers define ‘quality’, showcasing elevated classics with a focus on sustainability and brand ethos
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NewsWagamama launches major new brand campaign
‘Food is Life’ builds on the brand’s belief that food is more than fuel with the new campaign celebrating the everyday moments when food brings people together
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Analysis & InsightRecession indicator? How the humble spud made its way to the high street
As KFC launches a limited edition jacket potato this week, and Subway reports “exceptional” demand for its new ‘Spudway’ range, MCA explores this new intersection where comfort food meets customisation
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NewsThe biggest collaborations in food to go this summer
Brands including Ole & Steen, The Salad Project, Dishoom, Wahaca and Knoops have teamed up to offer some innovative takes on warm weather classics
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NewsJoe & the Juice experiments with new ‘concept store’
The brand has launched House 11 in its home market of Copenhagen, encompassing a gym, sauna, and courtyard alongside the juice bar
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Analysis & InsightWagamama drops fresh new summer menu
The new range is designed to cater to a variety of dining needs, and centred on eating out trends including personalisation, freshness, and health
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NewsSubway extends jacket potato trial amid ‘exceptional’ demand
The ‘Spudway’ range comes in response to a renaissance of the humble jacket potato, with TikTok creator Spudman building a following of over 4 million
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NewsTGI Fridays debuts first breakfast menu
The new ‘Rise & Dine’ range centres on American-style breakfast classics, designed to deliver on flavour while remaining accessible
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Analysis & InsightWasabi brings Omakase to the high street
The new Omakase box is a to-go meal consisting of seven courses, designed to offer customers a tasting menu experience in a convenient format
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NewsCultivated seafood edges closer to UK restaurant menus
Cultivated meat and seafood could soon offer UK restaurants a new sustainable, premium dining option, according to Singapore-based food tech company Umami Bioworks
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Analysis & InsightHow Carlsberg Britvic is staying relevant to Gen Z
The drinks maker is considering reformulating its existing ranges while introducing new products to stay ahead of an evolving eating and drinking out market
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Weekend PressWhy chicken sandwich is the new hamburger in land of the Big Mac
America has embraced poultry as a versatile, reliable alternative to burgers — as evidenced by a proliferation of new fast-food outlets, The Sunday Times reports
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NewsCarlsberg Britvic: Soft drinks gain share of consumer spend
The newly integrated drinks group said soft drinks are outperforming beer in many European markets, with “real headroom for growth among younger consumers,” according to CEO Paul Davies
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Analysis & InsightFrom Korean chicken to immunity shots: Greggs’ take on food to go trends
The retailer has expanded its offer, targeting multiple trends in one go - including high-protein options, East Asian flavours, and a new indulgent drink
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NewsYolk reveals brand refresh ahead of further expansion
The rebrand looks to carve out a distinctive space for the 10-strong chain amid a crowded market of “tired legacy players and ultra-functional healthy chains”
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Analysis & InsightDemand for premium spirits helps boost embattled late-night sector
Consumers continue to trade up to premium spirits and cocktails despite pressures on spending and a challenged late night segment. MCA explores how the bar sector is responding, and how suppliers are helping meet demand for elevated occasions
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Analysis & InsightStonegate’s Social Pub & Kitchen taps into Ed Sheeran’s fan base
The pub group has collaborated with the artist’s hot sauce brand, Tingly Ted, to refresh its menu and increase brand visibility
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InterviewsThe Breadstall: ‘Pizza is more popular than ever’
Founder Seb Vince, along with Philip Eeles and Dorian Waite – two of the founders behind Honest - speak to MCA about launching the next disruptor brand and upending the pizza market