All Las Iguanas articles
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InterviewsBig Table: ‘Bella Italia isn’t just outperforming the market, it’s destroying it at every level’
CEO Alan Morgan tells MCA the value-led Italian brand is set to report sales growth of 15% in the group’s forthcoming results with the rest of its portfolio also up
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InterviewsBig Table Group exploring new concept as it sets out Las Iguanas turnaround strategy
CEO Alan Morgan tells MCA the Latin American brand will also double down on its food offer having been given a ‘clean slate’ following the approval of its restructuring plan
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NewsLas Iguanas restructuring plan will secure ‘more sustainable’ future
A spokesperson for The Big Table Group told MCA that Las Iguanas continues to trade as normal, after the High Court approved a plan that would save it from entering into administration
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Analysis & InsightLease restructures: the alternative mechanisms giving operators breathing space
With Stonegate, Leon, Las Iguanas and Franco Manca all turning to property restructures to deal with onerous rent liabilities, Simon Brooke explores how business are finding greater flexibility and a better prospect of long-term survival by rebasing their leasehold costs
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NewsBig Table proceeds with Las Iguanas restructuring plan
A High Court judge approved the first stage of the plan, which if approved would see it inject £3m of fresh capital into the Latin American brand
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NewsLas Iguanas launches property restructuring plan
Brand owner Big Table is consulting with landlords over a restucture of the Latin American concept’s leasehold business, as wet-led casual dining continues to be a ‘very challenged’ part of the market, CEO Alan Morgan tells MCA
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NewsBig Table Group restructures leadership team
The Epiris-backed operator of Las Iguanas, Bella Italia, Frankie & Benny’s and Banana Tree has restructured operations within its senior leadership team in order to remain “profitable and successful in the most challenging of times”
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InterviewsBig Table: Bella Italia ‘miles ahead’ of the pack
CEO Alan Morgan tells MCA the value-led brand, which has been in growth for the last decade, excluding the pandemic, continues to “grow at a rate that’s extraordinarily pleasing”
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InterviewsHow The Big Table Group is thriving in casual dining
The operator is actively expanding its Amalfi, Banana Tree, and Bella Italia brands, with potential for future acquisitions to grow the portfolio, CEO Alan Morgan tells MCA
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NewsThe Big Table Group tops £300m sales
Despite persistent inflation and cost of living challenges, a diversified portfolio and geographic spread have supported the group in driving sales and profitability while mitigating costs
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InterviewsBig Table turns to AI for sales forecasting and labour deployment
Speakers from The Big Table Group and Heartwood Collection discussed how tech can support functions beyond sales forecasting and labour scheduling at MCA’s Hostech
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NewsLas Iguanas launches loyalty programme
The Iguana Club allows guests to collect stamps and unlock rewards, including surprise giveaways, birthday treats, and exclusive offers
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NewsBig Table Group sees turnover surpass £223m
The operator of Las Iguanas, Bella Italia, Banana Tree, and Café Rouge has identified material growth opportunities for the 75 sites it acquired from The Restaurant Group last year, along with testing several conversions
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Analysis & InsightBig Table takes on ‘substantial risk’ with TRG Leisure estate
Following the payment of a £7.5m ‘dowry’ to take on The Restaurant Group’s Leisure business, MCA explores the challenges facing The Big Table Group as it’s tasked with turning around the loss-making estate
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NewsLas Iguanas MD appointed
The Big Table Group has appointed Lisa Gibbons to the position following a review of internal and external candidates
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InterviewsBig Table Group: ‘We’re the best capitalised restaurant group in the UK’
CEO Alan Morgan tells MCA about plans to invest in new sites, roll out Super Nonna and explore conversions for Banana Tree
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NewsLas Iguanas pilots service robots
Following a recent trial at Bella Italia, The Big Table Group will begin piloting service robots at two Las Iguanas restaurants to improve the customer experience
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NewsBig Table announces restructure
As part of the restructure, CEO Alan Morgan has taken on the additional role of managing director at Las Iguanas, with several internal promotions and new appointments made.
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings and announcements, featuring new sites from The Ivy Asia, Din Tai Fung, Las Iguanas, Clean Kitchen Club, Burger & Beyond, and more
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s openings, from Leon and Chipotle to Las Iguanas and more