All articles by Shwetali Sapte – Page 116
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Analysis & InsightKFC: digitisation has boosted sales and production
Speaking at MCA’s Hostech conference, CTO Jatin Chandwani said analytics, automated kitchens, and a digitised customer experience had driven sales up
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NewsKarakuri to launch automated frying solution
The tech start-up will launch an automated fryer later this year to join its meal-assembling robotic solution, CEO Barney Wragg announced at MCA’s Hostech conference
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News200 Degrees Coffee eyes North West for expansion
The coffee concept will open its third Nottingham site next month and plans to expand further across the North West, commercial director Will Kenney told MCA
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NewsChopstix to open 12 new sites this year
The noodle bar operator will open four new sites this summer and 12 in total by the end of the year
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NewsNightcap continues growth trajectory
The Adventure Bar Group and Barrio operator reported strong trading in the third quarter of its 2022 financial year, alongside the signing of four new leases
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Analysis & InsightAverage sales in top 10 cities ahead of pre-pandemic levels
The latest data from CGA and Wireless Social indicates a gradual recovery, with average sales in the four weeks up to 9 April ahead of the same period in 2019
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InterviewsMiscusi: The ambition is to go everywhere
Co-founder Alberto Cartasegna speaks to MCA about the launching the sustainable pasta restaurant concept in London and beyond
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NewsVictor Lugger: Digital payment boosts productivity and revenue
Speaking at MCA’s Hostech Conference, the co-founder and CEO of Big Mamma Group and the Sunday payment app reported a 20% increase in revenue after launching the solution
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Analysis & InsightCoffee shop, sandwich and bakery market to exceed 2019 value
Greggs, Costa, and Gail’s are expected to lead the growth in the value of the market segment in 2022, according to Lumina Intelligence
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NewsPeach lines up Leamington Spa pub
MD Hamish Stoddart told MCA the gastropub operator was seeing like-for-like sales growth of 12-13% on 2019
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NewsI am Döner expands openings pipeline
The premium kebab chain plans to open up to six sites in the UK this year, plus another two in the UAE
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NewsD&D appoints Baton Berisha MD
The former Ivy Collection chief executive will join D&D London as its managing director on 3 May
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NewsHero Brands appoints group corporate development director
Salman Siddiqui will help develop and implement the group’s growth strategy, and acquisition strategies of brands across the portfolio
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InterviewsZia Lucia targets London residential areas
The Neapolitan pizza brand is considering growing its estate in areas like Richmond, Wimbledon, and Twickenham, according to co-founder Gianluca D’Angelo
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InterviewsDishoom: ‘We just try to be a little better than we were yesterday’
MD Brian Trollip speaks to MCA about the brand’s appeal, maintaining goodwill in the industry, and building a more resilient business post-pandemic
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Analysis & InsightLicensed market sees net decline of 8% since 2020
Britain’s licensed market has 9,200 fewer sites since the pandemic began, with a 0.9% decrease since December 2021
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NewsFlower Burger eyes key London areas for expansion
The vegan fast casual burger chain is looking to spread its footprint across London in areas like Covent Garden and King’s Cross, founder Matteo Toto told MCA
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NewsPizza Hut’s Neil Manhas: price rises are inevitable
The CFO and MD warned that consumers will see increasing prices over the long-term, owing to inflationary, cost, and staffing pressures
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Analysis & InsightRecruitment: ‘You have to go the extra mile’
With EU workers having left the UK hospitality sector and Brits failing to fill the gaps, MCA asks operators how they are mitigating the challenges around recruitment
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NewsOperators boost benefits amid staff shortages
Higher wages, free birthday prosecco, and gym discounts are being offered to prospective staff in the hope of filling vacancies