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All Operators articles – Page 56
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NewsWharf Kitchen unveils line-up for Jubilee Place market hall
The Athenian, Ahi Poke and The Vurger Co. have joined the line-up for Canary Wharf Group’s Wharf Kitchen market hall concept.
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NewsAbokado returns to growth, preps new look
Abokado, the healthy grab-and-go chain, has returned to the acquisition trail with a new site in Hammersmith, which will see it showcase a refreshed new look.
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NewsVaulkhard Group confirms first foray into accommodation
Northeast leisure operator Vaulkhard Group has made its first foray into accommodation with the acquisition of The Diamond Inn.
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NewsDubai group plans Levanthyme launch
A Dubai restaurant group is preparing to make its debut in the UK with the launch of a Mediterranean grab and go concept Levanthyme, MCA understands.
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NewsLucky Voice to revamp food to increase dwell time
Lucky Voice, the private room karaoke concept, is looking to develop its food offer to bring in line with other social entertainment brands and capitalise on the consumer demand for experiences, MCA has learnt.
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Wine bar/café concept Hixon Green eyes expansion
Hixon Green, the Hove-based wine bar/café concept is planning to expand across the south east, with a second site set to open in Lewes, East Sussex, and further openings being lined up in Horsham and Tunbridge Wells
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Analysis & Insight
Don’t miss the point
What a week. From the revelations at Patisserie Holdings, the ongoing and sad fallout surrounding food labelling and Pret A Manger, to the administration of two further sector companies, it was seven days that again put the sector on the front pages/in national news updates and front of mind in the public consciousness, sadly for the wrong reasons. It was particular frustrating, argues Mark Wingett, as at the same time, some positive strides were being made communicating what the industry contributes and the good it does.
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Analysis & Insight
In other news
Whilst last week’s news was dominated by the fast-moving story at Patisserie Holdings, the last month has shone a light on a number of other companies in the sector, which are faced with their own issues and questions about their future. Mark Wingett gives his thoughts on the Coaching Inn Group; TGI Fridays; Five Guys; The Restaurant Group (TRG); and Gordon Ramsay.
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Analysis & InsightThe street food operators innovating for the meatless market
As Kerb launches its first meat-free market, MCA’s sister title, Food Spark, talks to traders about the dishes that are exciting consumers.
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NewsThe Alchemist anticipates five in next financial year
The Alchemist has said it is anticipating five new openings in the next financial year, MCA has learnt.
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NewsOakman Inns considering separation of The Beech House concept
Oakman Inns is to “slowly migrate” its The Beech House concept away from the core business, as it looks to expand on the high street, MCA has learnt.
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Denny’s to open second UK site
Denny’s is to open its second UK site in Renfrew, just outside Glasgow.
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NewsDum Dum heading to Bicester
Dum Dum, the artisan doughnut concept, is launching a new site in Bicester Village.
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NewsInception's Squirrel joins Market Halls Victoria line-up
Market Halls has announced the line-up for its Victoria venue, which includes Inception Group’s healthy-eating concept Squirrel, Press Coffee, and a spin-off brand from Breddos Tacos.
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NewsTime Out to pursue Spitalfields opening
Time Out Markets will continue to pursue the opening of food hall in Spitalfields after its appeal was dismissed by the Planning Inspectorate.
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Arc takes on Jamie’s Italian Newcastle site
Arc Inspirations has taken on the former Jamie’s Italian site in Newcastle, where it will invest £1.5m in the first Banyan Bar & Kitchen in the North East.
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NewsOakman Inns announces H1 lfl up 8.5%
Oakman Inns has announced like-for-like sales growth of +8.5% for the 26 weeks to 30 September – an increase on the 5.1% increase seen in Q1.
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Island Poke lines up sixth site
Island Poke has lined up a sixth London site in Shoreditch, MCA has learnt.
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NewsDowning LLP parts company with Burning Night
Downing LLP, the pub investment vehicle, has parted company with the Burning Night Group amid concerns over the latter’s financial position and overrunning costs at two major sites, MCA has learnt.