Innovation – Page 6
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Analysis & InsightFrom stuffy basements to hipster haunts: the evolution of the modern wine bar
Until recently, wine bars were often considered inaccessible and snobby. As a new wave of contemporary natural wine bars pop up, MCA explores the evolution of the category and its potential to grow beyond trendy independents
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NewsHow ‘craft sake’ became the calling card of Britain’s coolest restaurants
Innovative brewers are giving Japan’s famous fermented drink a new sense of place
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Analysis & InsightThe pizza market in 2023: ‘It’s too crowded’
MCA explores the up-and-coming brands looking to take on the dominant pizza chains, the potential for new innovation to dethrone Neapolitan as the leading trendsetter, and the thoughts of former Fulham Shore boss David Page on how the landscape has changed
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Analysis & InsightParty Dining: How late-night restaurants are supplanting clubs
As premium restaurants amp up the volume and theatrics with DJs and live entertainment, MCA explores how the fast-evolving space will push boundaries and become “more and more bold”
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NewsWagamama showcases new Korean-inspired menu
The pan-Asian restaurant brand has launched a campaign that showcases its new menu of “nourishing bowls”, alongside new Korean street food favourites
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NewsPopeyes launches UK-exclusive breakfast menu
The US-born chicken brand has launched a breakfast menu exclusive to the UK, featuring New Orleans-inspired dishes
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NewsAldi launches delivery pizza service
Inspired by Domino’s and available in Manchester, Cardiff and Edinburgh, the medium-sized pizzas are being offered for £3.99 with no delivery fees
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Analysis & InsightAutumn menu innovation leans on international flavours
MCA rounds up food-to-go autumn menu launches from brands including Leon, Pret, Gails and Greggs, exploring trends for both indulgence and health as well as new flavours
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Analysis & InsightComfort food for the soul: the trend for nostalgic dining
As economic turbulence continues to drag on businesses and consumers alike, MCA explores the trend towards retro-inspired, nostalgia-led concepts and why they provide comfort in reminiscence
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InterviewsRosa’s Thai looks to ‘own UK’s Thai restaurant space’
The group is preparing to unveil a new menu and sees “huge potential” to be the authority on Thai food in the UK, CEO Gavin Adair tells MCA
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Analysis & InsightPlant-based diners increasingly value led
Psychographic data collected by Lumina Intelligence shows that plant-based consumers are putting an increased emphasis on value compared to last year
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NewsAsda launches new food to go concept
The Asda Food Hub will provide a new concession at the front of store serving barista-style coffees alongside premium grab and go options
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NewsEl Pastor sources ‘cartel-free’ avocados
The Harts Group brand now sources its avocados from Avocargo, a company which imports sustainable and ethical avocados from Jalisco and Michoacan in Mexico to the UK
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InterviewsDeliveroo: ‘We don’t obsess about our competitors’
Chief business officer Carlo Mocci tells MCA that the current market conditions have led to a “substantial slowdown” in the growth of dark kitchen model Deliveroo Editions, but the company still sees plenty of headroom for growth
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InterviewsAlan Yau: People don’t want to work 40+ hours anymore
The Wagamama founder speaks to MCA about post-Covid working patterns, revisiting his 33-year-old idea of a Chinese QSR chain, and why the generic concept of the restaurateur is dead
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NewsPandemic dining preferences here to stay
Deloitte’s Future of Restaurants Survey suggests the rise of “ultimate convenience” and a move towards user-friendly digital experiences is here to stay
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Analysis & InsightCompetitive socialising continues to rise
The number of transactions at competitive socialising venues are up 9% in March 2023 vs October 2022, with sales up 5%, according to CACI
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Analysis & InsightDifferentiated pub offer key to boosting sales
From family-friendly events and outdoor cooking to sports and entertainment, Lumina Intelligence’s senior insight manager Katherine Prowse looks at the creative thinking on display in the pub sector
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NewsAlan Yau to create ‘Wagamama 2.0’
The serial restaurant entrepreneur said he wants to create a “Wagamama for the supermarkets”
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Analysis & InsightFood to go: What’s inspiring spring/summer NPD
MCA explores the trends influencing the new spring/summer launches from the UK’s leading food to go brands and how they stack up against competition from the grocery retailers.