All MCA Insight articles in June 2024 – Page 9
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NewsOle & Steen appoints new group CMO
Morten Vedel, previously marketing director at 7-Eleven, has joined the Danish bakery chain Lagkagehuset, which trades as Ole & Steen in the UK
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InterviewsCrosstown sees ‘real opportunity’ in direct-to-consumer space
CEO Howard Ebison tells MCA the premium doughnut and coffee concept has always been a destination location for foodies, with the Karali Group investment helping it continue this journey
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NewsCream Group partners with Stormzy for new bar and nightclub
Called House Party, the immersive venue will take over a seven-storey site on Soho’s Poland Street, and is inspired by the house parties of the UK rapper’s youth
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NewsC&C chief steps down over €17m accounting mistakes
Former Marston’s CEO Ralph Findlay will become CEO at the Irish drinks group after “errors of judgement” and “failures in reporting” were discovered
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NewsSir Tim Martin plans to ‘supersize’ up to 50 Wetherspoon pubs
The pub chain is gearing up to roll out more “Super Spoons”, with work on Newcastle’s The Mile Castle now underway and set to include a 26-bedroom hotel and 3,000 sq ft beer garden
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NewsWadworth drives significant improvement in managed estate
The Wiltshire family brewery and pub operator has seen a benefit from moving to a new brewery, Folly Road Brewhouse in Devizes
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NewsVagabond Gatwick sites sold to ARE
The final two remaining Vagabond sites have been sold by administrators after the majority of the estate was sold in a pre-pack to Majestic Wines
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Analysis & InsightNon-specialist coffee operators prove popular for value
The McCafe concept and Wetherspoon’s Lavazza offer are competing effectively with high street chains, according to the World Coffee Portal
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NewsGSG Hospitality ventures into pub sector
The independent hospitality group, which operates brands including the Michelin-listed Nord and Bold Street Coffee, has acquired The Hightown Pub in Liverpool
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NewsFireaway Pizza launches new Express format
The new smaller footprint format in Gravesend is a first for both the pizza chain and forecourt operator Highway Stops Retail, and will be rolled out to other locations if successful
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NewsZaap Thai to launch new Asian-inspired chicken shop
The ‘beak to feet’ concept intends to redefine the chicken shop with an Asian-inspired twist, offering flavours like chilli tamarind and Tom Yum spice
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NewsCrosstown Doughnuts acquired by Karali Group
Crosstown CEO Howard Ebison said the Karali Group brings a wealth of experience and an exceptional track record growing hospitality brands, with the investment a testament to the strength of the Crosstown brand
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InterviewsSmacks Hamburgers targets nationwide expansion
The South London smash burger brand is targeting high footfall locations in major towns and cities, with its next store set for Brighton, franchise director Mark Salter tells MCA
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NewsIn pictures: Loungers hosts 8,000 staff for annual LoungeFest party
Staff from more than 250 sites attended the retro-inspired festival - LoungeFest - an annual celebration to thank over 8,000 staff for their year-round hard work and dedication
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InterviewsBear looks South for next expansion push
The Midlands-based coffee and lifestyle brand is exploring new markets as it looks to raise £2m, with the South coast a key target for new locations, co-founder Craig Bunting tells MCA
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NewsSimmons to make regional debut in Manchester
Speaking to MCA last year, founder and CEO Nick Campbell said he was looking to take the brand nationwide after reaching “near saturation” in London
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NewsChopstix sees ‘huge opportunity’ in travel hubs
The pan-Asian QSR concept has reported £51.6m in turnover for the year as it opens its 18th site with MSA operator Welcome Break
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InterviewsEstrella boss accuses British rivals of misleading customers with Spanish beers
International managing director Aitor de Artaza claims a “lack of transparency” among companies selling beer that appears to be Spanish but is brewed in the UK
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InterviewsSarah Willingham: We have a moral responsibility to look after workforce mental wellbeing
The Nightcap chief credits the legacy of Covid for moving mental wellbeing higher up the corporate agenda
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NewsTasty restructuring plan approved by creditors
The loan and restructuring plan are expected to stabilise the Wildwood and Dim-T operator, while ensuring its transformation to meet new opportunities in FY25