All MCA Insight articles in March 2022
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NewsReef Technology: ‘We want people who are top of their game’
The virtual kitchen operator has launched hundreds of locations with YouTube influencers such as Sidemen and MrBeast, Hostech heard
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News
Buzzworks acquires Herringbone
The three-strong acquisition will take Buzzworks’ portfolio up to 17 sites, with five venues now on the east coast of Scotland
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Openings of the week
MCA rounds up the most notable new site opening news, including Slim Chickens, Zia Lucia and The Vurger Co.
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Article
APRIL 2022
MCA’s April edition features in-depth analysis and commentary on the eating and drinking out sector. It includes coverage of the Retailers’ Retailer Awards, analysis on PizzaExpress’ rebrand and interviews with The Inn Collection Group, Mowgli and Rudy’s Pizza…
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News
Fridays appoints UK brand ambassador
The American brand has appointed reality TV star Ferne McCann as part of a bid to reconnect with younger consumers
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Analysis & Insight
Deliveroo CEO disappointed with share price since listing
In its first annual report since the delivery company listed last year, founder and CEO Will Shu admitted share price performance had been “poor”
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News
SushiDog kickstarts growth strategy with new collaborations
With a total of seven new openings lined up, the sushi roll specialist is looking to keep evolving with its offering
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Liberation Group win three at Publican Awards
Oakman Group’s Peter Borg-Neal was voted Business Leader of the Year, while Kate Nicholls won Outstanding Contribution
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In pictures: Côte unveils new-look interiors and menu
Marketing director Jo Fawcett told MCA the changes aimed to “better reflect the cultural movement towards informality, creating a more accessible yet still elevated offering”
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Analysis & Insight
Rent arbitration scheme risks ‘two-tier system’
Property experts have told MCA the new law designed to resolve outstanding Covid rent debts could create an unlevel playing field for hospitality businesses. One described the legislation as “not substantial enough” and a “waste of time”
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News
Pub operators ‘feeling the squeeze from all sides’
The price of a pint at the bar is set to be hard-hit by inflation in the coming months, according to estimates from sector leaders
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Interviews
Shepherd Neame: ‘We need to unlock our full potential’
New pubs MD Jonathan Swaine will be a key factor in driving forward the managed and tenanted estate, as the business begins to look outwardly again, CEO Jonathan Neame tells MCA
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News
Food inflation at highest level in decade
Grocery inflation reached 5.2% last month – the biggest increase since April 2012, according to figures by Kantar, putting extra pressure on consumer spending
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Trading growing steadily at Barkby
Barkby Pubs saw strong trading between July and September 2021, with record revenue and profits for that quarter, and is looking for further acquisition opportunities
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In pictures: Zizzi’s first new restaurant since 2019
The new Leicester site in Fosse Park is the latest in the chain’s rollout of its refreshed look, with artwork inspired by the local area alongside its wood-fired pizza ovens
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Shepherd Neame achieves ‘strong rebound’ in sales
The brewer and pub operator, which announced the issue of its first dividend since October 2019, said most of its London pubs were now trading at near normal levels
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Analysis & Insight
Sales up in the UK’s largest cities
A new report from CGA and Wireless Social saw hospitality sales rising 3% on 2019 levels, with Glasgow topping the list as the most vibrant city
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Interviews
Seafood Pub Co: ‘We have got so much firepower behind us’
Joycelyn Neve, MD at Oakman Group’s Seafood Pub division talks to MCA about the evolution of the brand and prospects for growth
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News
KFC launches anti-littering pledge
The fried chicken brand will tell its customers ’Don’t Be A Tosser’ with 15ft banners at restaurants across the UK
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SushiDog embarks on ambitious growth strategy
The quick-service sushi restaurant will open prime sites in Soho and Bishopsgate this spring, with a further five in the pipeline
