All articles by Shwetali Sapte – Page 118
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InterviewsPatty & Bun: ‘We’re going back to our roots’
The business is currently focusing on consolidation of its core brand, with Sidechick to remain as a delivery-only concept, founder Joe Grossmann tells MCA
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Analysis & InsightRise in average spend remains behind inflation levels
Spend rose by 8% in the four weeks to 4 September, remaining behind inflation levels due to consumer concern around finances, according to Lumina Intelligence
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NewsThe Wolseley Hospitality Group eyes international expansion
The Minor International-backed group is targeting expansion to major global cities in the coming years, including New York, Singapore, Hong Kong, Paris and Dublin, CEO Baton Berisha told MCA’s Restaurant Conference
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InterviewsEggslut to open fourth London location
LA-born gourmet egg brand Eggslut is expanding its UK footprint with plans to open two new sites per year, ITICO MD Jan van Delden tells MCA
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NewsDisappointment over Chancellor’s mini-budget
Interventions on alcohol duty and National Insurance were welcomed, but the industry expressed regret at the lack of sector-specific and long-term support - particularly on VAT
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Analysis & InsightConsumer confidence falls to record low
Consumer confidence has dropped to -49 in September, the lowest since records began in 1974, according to the GfK consumer confidence index
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, featuring new venues from D&D London, Marugame Udon, the Salad Project, and more
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Analysis & InsightPub and bar consumers increasingly value-led
Value will be a key focus for pub operators in the coming months, as consumers cut down on visits to the pub, according to Lumina Intelligence
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Analysis & InsightCost pressures threaten city centre recovery
The sector has fuelled post-pandemic recovery in cities, but requires urgent support amid current cost pressures, according to CGA and Wireless Social
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NewsCreams launches support package for franchisees
The emergency measures, which include a reduction in royalty fees, are aimed at supporting partners through inflationary pressures
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NewsEataly secures €200m investment to fund expansion
European private equity firm Investindustrial is buying a controlling stake in the Italian food and drink brand, amid its plans for global expansion
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NewsMcDonald’s appoints people director
McDonald’s UKI has appointed Burger King’s former people and culture director Tamara Griffin as its new people director
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NewsVarious Eateries announces interim CFO
The Coppa Club and Tavolino operator has announced Oli Williams will step down as CFO, with James Darwent replacing him on an interim basis
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NewsComptoir reports strong sales and profit
In its interim results, the group has stated it remains cautious but optimistic for the future due to the strength of its balance sheet
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NewsTortilla announces two board changes
The fast casual chain has appointed Francesca Tiritiello as non-executive director and Laurence Keen as senior independent director
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Analysis & InsightCity centre footfall rises after passing of Queen
Footfall across the UK rose by 12.1% last week compared to 2021, particularly in central London and city centres across the UK, Springboard Insights suggest
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Analysis & InsightSales growth fails to match inflation
Sector sales in August were up on 2019 levels but remained well below double-digit levels of inflation, according to the Coffer CGA Business Tracker
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Analysis & InsightThree out of four night time operators on financial cliff edge
Almost half of night time economy business are barely breaking even while 24.8% are losing money, according to a poll by the NTIA
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NewsSlim Chickens secures first franchise partner for Ireland
The Boparan Restaurant Group-operated chicken brand has partnered with OCO Westend to open its first Ireland site in Belfast in October
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InterviewsGreene King moves to data-led approach
The pub operator is focusing on targeted communication and becoming increasily digitally driven, according to commercial and marketing director Andrew Gallagher