Hannah Currie
Hannah is the News Reporter for MCA News
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Soho House sees substantial membership growth
The private members club has seen a 20.4% increase in membership revenue, whilst in-house revenue saw a slight downturn year-on-year
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Greggs hits 2,500 shop milestone
The food-on-the-go retailer plans to open between 140 and 160 new shops in 2024, with a focus on expanding its presence in travel hubs and roadside locations to reach more customers
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I am Döner signs first location in Canada
The Think Hospitality-backed kebab brand is also currently in talks with prospective partners in the GCC, building on its existing dark kitchen launch in Dubai
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Papa Johns advancing efforts to optimise UK business model
Interim CEO Ravi Thanawala has said additional strategic closures and re-franchising opportunities will be considered in the UK, as he remains confident the market can become profit accretive this year
- Events
Leaders of Stonegate, Greene King and Wetherspoon at The Pub Conference 2024
Headline speakers at The Ham Yard Hotel on 26 June include JD Wetherspoon’s chairman Tim Martin, Greene King CEO Nick Mackenzie and Stonegate CEO David McDowall
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Openings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, featuring WatchHouse, Bunsik, Wolfox, Proper Pubs and more
- Interviews
Roxy Leisure's King Pins poised for expansion in 'exciting market'
The family-led venture from Roxy Leisure looks towards an upcoming launch at Manchester Arndale as well as two additional sites slated for this year and is actively scouting locations in major cities nationwide.
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Pubs can extend opening hours if England or Scotland reach Euro semi-finals
Venues will be allowed to stay open until 1am on match days if either or both teams reach the last four or the final, the Home Office has said
- Analysis & Insight
Bank holiday fails to deliver much-needed boost for pubs
Pint sales over the weekend were -2.6% down on the previous year, hampered by a lack of sunshine and the cost of living
- Analysis & Insight
Hospitality closures slow in 2024
Site closures have slowed from eight sites a day in 2023 to four a day in the first quarter of 2024, according to the latest Hospitality Market Monitor from CGA by NIQ and AlixPartners.
- Analysis & Insight
Costa Coffee embraces global cuisines for new summer menu
Fresh flatbreads draw inspiration from the rich flavours of Middle Eastern cuisine, while the coffeehouse chain introduces a number of plant-based options in collaboration with BOSH!
- Analysis & Insight
Restaurant outlet growth to stabilise
The sector is moving towards consolidation, with companies optimising operations and scaling up through strategic restructuring and acquisitions to boost financial outcomes, according to Lumina Intelligence
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In pictures: Albert’s Schloss unveils London debut
The Bavarian bier palace concept will open its doors on Shaftesbury Avenue on 5 July, with a spacious 18,000 sq ft venue featuring five bars and an on-site bakery
- Interviews
Tortilla: ‘London is really booming’
CEO Andy Naylor speaks to MCA about strong recovery in the capital, the current trading landscape, franchising opportunities, and a directional change in food innovation
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TOCA Social ‘just scratching the surface’ of demand for competitive socialising
The immersive football and dining experience has long-term plans to open venues in every major city across the UK, president Alex Harman tells MCA
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Afrikana lines up six new openings
The African-inspired restaurant group looks towards openings in Ilford, Kingston, Holloway and Hounslow this year, with further sites lined up in Tooting and Reading
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Uber Eats signs new exclusive partnerships
Detroit Pizza, Eggslut and Four Seasons have exclusively joined the delivery platform, as it adds a slew of London eateries including Coqfighter, Taro and Yori
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Grind partners with Tesco
The coffee roaster, bar and restaurant group will now stock its packaged wholebean and ground coffee, pods and ready-to-drink (RTD) cans at the supermarket giant
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In pictures: Gail’s reveals latest store design
The new bakery in West Bradbury Yard, Brentford, is housed in a listed warehouse building, and has taken inspiration from its industrial heritage
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Five Points Brewing reports strong sales growth
The independent brewery has agreed terms on a new London pub to open this summer, as its latest crowdfund draws to a close