All Operators articles – Page 29
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NewsSouthwark late-night levy “could be nail in the coffin” for pubs
Industry associations “incredibly disappointed” by the decision by Southwark Council to introduce a late-night levy in the London borough.
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Analysis & InsightFive Guys set to bring up the UK century
Five Guys is bucking the wider market trend when it comes to expansion - but does closer analysis show there is room for improvement on food quality and value for money? MCA market insight director Steve Gotham delves into the data.
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NewsCaravan confirms Vardo in Chelsea
Caravan has confirmed its next opening will be new nomadic concept Vardo, set open this autumn in Duke of York Square, Chelsea.
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NewsDöner Haus heading to Manchester Corn Exchange
Berlin-style kebab concept Döner Haus is opening in Manchester’s Corn Exchange in October, MCA understands.
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NewsHalal Guys delisted from UberEats
Sales at US-founded fast casual chain The Halal Guys’ first UK site have been hit by 20% after it was delisted by UberEats because it has yet to receive a food hygiene rating from Westminster Council.
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M Restaurants sees productivity improve thanks to mindful days
The majority of employees (83%) at M Restaurants have reported that they are more productive at work following the introduction of additional M-indful Days holiday allowance.
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NewsNovus sells Balls Brothers sites to Mosaic
Novus Bars has agreed to sell three of its Balls Brothers venues to Mosaic Pub and Dining for an undisclosed sum.
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NewsBBPA voices concerns over ‘all-in’ Deposit Return Scheme
The British Beer & Pub Association has voiced concerns over the possibility that glass could be included in a future Deposit Return Scheme (DRS), suggesting that it would be “too complex and expensive” for pubs and brewers.
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NewsThe Tapas Room to launch new venue with London Beer Lab
The team behind The Tapas Room have joined forces with London Beer Lab, Brixton’s acclaimed microbrewery and bottle shop, on a new venue in Tooting Bec.
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OpinionShored up: Franco Manca bounces back
Italian casual dining is still dangerously overexposed, but Franco Manca has bucked the trend of consolidation and CVAs with its razor-sharp focus on food, service and value. After posting a year of growth and promising a new expansion drive, MCA’s Finn Scott-Delany speaks to Fulham Shore chairman David Page.
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Analysis & InsightBrandwatch: Turtle Bay
The Piper-backed Caribbean restaurant operator has arguably flown under the radar for longer than other casual dining brands. Now, having grown to 42 sites in the UK, MCA’s Georgi Gyton takes a look at the performance of the group and examines current consumer sentiment.
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Southwark operators join forces to oppose late-night levy
Southwark-based operators alongside residents and customers have joined forces to oppose the introduction of a late-night levy.
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NewsQuiznos opening in Southside Wandsworth
Quiznos, the American sandwich franchise, is opening in Southside Wandsworth shopping centre.
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NewsButcher and the Farmer secures international debut at The O2
Australian farm-to-table concept Butcher and the Farmer has secured its international debut at The O2.
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Subway re-brands with new menu
Subway has unveiled a new menu, with 21 new ingredients, including gluten free bread, soft poached eggs and sriracha sauce.
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NewsCoffeesmiths to execute Filmore & Union plans
Coffeesmiths Collective, the growing speciality operator, will continue to operate the 11 Filmore & Union stores it bought in a pre-pack administration.
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OpinionDominic Walsh: A tale of three leaders
In the latest of his monthly columns, Dominic Walsh takes a look at the conduct, successes and failures of several high-profile figures in the sector, and shares a story of an unfortunate seating arrangement at the tennis.
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NewsFranco Manca operator to up expansion this year
Franco Manca operator Fulham Shore will increase its openings programme this financial year after achieving EBITDA of £7.1m – up from £5.5m in 2018.
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Analysis & InsightPolitics matters… sometimes
Consumers are increasingly concerned about where their food comes from, and while public debate may offer conflicting views, it seems the Government is listening. Peter Martin, MCA contributing editor, discusses the launch of its national food strategy and why hospitality needs to get involved.
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Analysis & InsightBusiness confidence wanes for food-led operators
Evidence that the tables have turned with drink-led businesses in the ascendant and food-led ones finding the market particularly tough, is further demonstrated in the latest CGA Fourth Business Confidence Survey.