All Las Iguanas articles
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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
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NewsThe Big Table plans expansion push
The Big Table plans to double the number of Las Iguanas outlets, open new Bella Italia sites and refurbish its estate in a £50m expansion push.
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Analysis & InsightAlixPartners: Gradually building momentum
Just over a month since restart, it is obvious that the sector’s revival will take time, and sadly it will not include everyone.
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NewsEpiris completes CDG acquisition, rebrands as The Big Table
Private equity firm Epiris has completed a deal to acquire Casual Dining Group.
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NewsAnand steps down from CDG
Rooney Anand has stepped down from his role as non-executive chairman of Casual Dining Group.
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NewsPizza Express to exit up to 75 sites in CVA
Pizza Express is expected to close up to 75 restaurants as part of a financial restructuring at parent company Hony Capital.
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NewsEpiris frontrunner to buy CDG
The former backer of TGI Friday’s is in advanced talks to buy Casual Dining Group, Sky News reports.
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NewsElliott Advisors eyes CDG
American hedge fund Elliott Advisers is among investors vying to take over Casual Dining Group (CDG), Sky News reports.