All articles by Shwetali Sapte – Page 115
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Analysis & InsightNFTs and the tokenisation of hospitality
As non-fungible tokens make their way into hospitality, MCA examines their value as a source of revenue and considers the risk associated with the digital assets
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NewsDeliveroo signs union deal covering 90,000 riders
The deal gives the GMB union rights to collective bargaining on pay, along with consultation rights on benefits and other issues
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NewsHospitality spending rises despite falling confidence
The increase in discretionary spending is forecast to continue despite a deterioration of consumer confidence, Deloitte research reveals
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NewsFinding a balance between digitisation and personalisation
MCA brought together a variety of operators at its recent Hostech conference to understand the sector’s progress in its digital journey
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NewsVarious Eateries reports strong trading driven by new site openings
The Coppa Club and Tavolino operator announced a total group revenue of £17.8m, with a slight rise in LFL sales
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NewsPret recalls chicken amid salmonella fears
Pret said the removal of the products was a “precautionary measure” due to concerns of a possible “food safety risk” with its supplier
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NewsSlim Chickens to make Liverpool debut
The Boparan-operated American chicken concept will open in Liverpool ONE later this year
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NewsQueen’s Speech outlines bills targeting regeneration and rates relief
UKHospitality said there was plenty in the address to “unshackle our businesses” for future growth but little immediate pain relief
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NewsTortilla uses digital to map out expansion
The fast-casual Mexican concept is analysing customer data to determine locations for future sites, head of marketing Megan Burton-Brown revealed at MCA’s Hostech conference
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NewsRising costs dampen hospitality spending
Cost increases led to a decline in consumer confidence, with smaller uplifts in spending on fast food, takeaway, and bars, pubs, and clubs, according to Barclaycard
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NewsCheeky Chicos eyes London residential areas
The Mexican-inspired bar and restaurant concept is looking to open more neighbourhood locations in zones two and three, co-founder Dan Edgar revealed
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NewsWells & Co amps up reliance on data
The family brewery and pub operator is increasingly using data to identify and segment its customers to better communicate with them, Hostech heard
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NewsDeliveroo increases reliance on data to expand Editions
The delivery operator will focus on its use of technology and data analytics as they open more Editions sites, commercial director Max Rawlinson said at MCA’s Hostech conference
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NewsRoxy Leisure to open debut Scotland site
The social entertainment bar concept is looking to open five or six new sites every year and is also eyeing the South for expansion
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NewsOne in three hospitality businesses report a decline in turnover
According to data released by the Office for National Statistics, the hospitality sector is bearing the brunt of rising costs and inflation
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NewsFridays launches new Tex-Mex range
The American-inspired brand will add a new range of Mexican fusion dishes to its recently refreshed menu
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NewsThe Athenian partners with Growth Kitchen
The Greek street food operator has entered a multi-site agreement with food tech startup Growth Kitchen to open 10 sites this year
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NewsDomino’s reports strong trading in first quarter
The pizza operator credited its integrated supply chain, new openings and first national price campaign in several years for driving sales growth
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NewsJET board turmoil over ‘personal misconduct’ claims
Just Eat Takeaway’s COO is under investigation and its chair will step down following investor pressure
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NewsIncipio Group secures investment for expansion
The group said it would take its “differentiated and scalable destination offerings” to other parts of London