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All articles by Shwetali Sapte
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NewsJohn Vincent had ‘a few surprises’ after taking back Leon
The co-founder said the “very fabric of the restaurants” needed investment - but remains positive about prospects for recovery after closing more than 20 sites
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NewsRichard Caring closes in on £1bn deal
The hospitality tycoon is said to be in talks to close with Abu Dhabi’s International Holding Company, with a deal that could value his portfolio at up to £1.3bn
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NewsStrong trading for Shepherd Neame pubs offset by brewing decline
The Kent-based brewer and pub operator has reported £84.7m revenue for the 26 weeks ended 27 December 2025, a slight dip from £85m in H1 2025
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InterviewsChaiiwala: ‘We’re the most unknown big brand in the country’
Speaking at MCA’s Food to Go conference, co-founder Sohail Ali discussed opening hundreds more locations in the UK, entering new formats like hospitals, and what’s next for the Indian QSR concept
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NewsRocket Room: ‘Leicester Square will be the first of many’
The new small-format experiential concept, designed to fit into existing venues, hopes to open 15 sites within two years, founder Michael Pearson of Elangeni Hospitality tells MCA
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NewsMichael’s Coffee House begins franchising push
The independent Manchester-based coffee business has begun franchising with the intent of opening five sites per year, founder Thanasis Michael tells MCA
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NewsBewliehill: ‘We can have a real impact’
The seasonal eatery concept is exploring further expansion opportunities after opening its third location in the City of London this month, founder Angus Lambert told MCA’s Food to Go conference
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NewsBoston Tea Party on the lookout for new sites
The all-day cafe group reported sustained like-for-like growth in its latest accounts for the year to October 2025
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Analysis & InsightFrequency and spend beats inflation in February
Promotions enticed consumers to return to eating out, leading to a 7.3% jump in frequency and a 9.4% boost in spend year-on-year, according to Lumina Intelligence
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up the week’s biggest openings stories, featuring new concepts from Evolv Collection, Gordon Ramsay Restaurants, and more
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NewsThe Wolseley Hospitality Group secures New York debut
Parent company Minor Hotels will open an all-day brasserie and 76-bedroom hotel near Times Square next year, with further overseas expansion on the cards
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NewsRené Redzepi resigns from Noma
Following allegations of physical and psychological abuse, Redzepi has stepped down from the acclaimed restaurant team as it launches its LA residency
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NewsSarah Sergeant to step down from Young’s board
Sergeant, who was appointed an independent non-executive director in 2023, will step down from her role on 31 March, with the search for her replacement underway
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NewsPercentage of GLP-1 users nearly doubles in six months
About 10% of UK adults are currently using weight-loss jabs, according to new data this week. As supermarkets adapt, hospitality will have to as well, says KAM Insights
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NewsAzzurri Group achieves sustainability commitments on target
The group behind ASK Italian, Zizzi, and Dave’s Hot Chicken said over half of its original sustainability commitments have been accomplished by their target dates, as it publishes its annual Sustainable Dining Report
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NewsDeliveroo pilots new office catering service
The delivery platform has partnered with Addison Lee to provide corporate delivery, a new service that forms part of Deliveroo for Work, as corporate demand grows
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NewsPizza Pilgrims hires new property director
Adrian Vickery joins the pizzeria business from Azzurri Group, where he spent 11 years across various property roles
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NewsTA Associates considering sale of Gong cha
The private equity firm, which invested in Gong cha in 2019, is reported to be considering a sale of the bubble tea brand as it seeks to double its UK presence
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NewsCaravan to expand further North after Manchester success
CEO Laura Harper-Hinton said the all-day restaurant group has secured a site further North of Manchester, pushing towards further expansion 18 months after its regional debut
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NewsHow Matcha! on building a lifestyle brand
The London-based matcha concept is exploring opportunities to branch out into art, design, and fashion following the success of recent collaborations, founder Rashique Siddique told MCA’s Food to Go conference