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All articles by Shwetali Sapte – Page 12
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NewsGaucho criticised by charity for ‘greenwashing’
Charity Not for Sale claims the chain has refused to pay a £60,000 invoice for carbon offset payments despite ”shouting to the world” about sustainability commitments
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NewsPoolhouse hires new COO ahead of London debut
The new competitive socialising concept from the Joliffe brothers has taken on Ross Butler as chief operating officer
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NewsKFC launches first Kwench site
The new ‘bar’ on Liverpool’s Lord Street will offer specialty beverages such as lemonades, bubble teas, milkshakes, and sparkling drinks
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Analysis & InsightChicken specialists continue to fuel momentum in QSR
Brands like Popeyes and Wingstop are pushing forward via brand equity, rapid rollouts, and investor backing, with more established players like Domino’s forced to respond
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Newsbread&truffle approaches 10-site mark
The Italian fast casual concept has launched in Bank and confirmed another location in Bow Lane - with “huge whitespace” for national and international expansion to follow
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Analysis & InsightRestaurant market set to value £19.1bn this year
The branded restaurant market is forecast to recover to 104% of its 2019 value, led by brands including Dishoom and Wagamama
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, featuring the Guinness Open Gate Brewery, Khao-Sō-i from Chiang Mai, and more
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NewsStarbucks returns to growth after seven quarters of decline
The coffee giant reported a return to comparable sales growth in Q4 FY25, having closed more than 600 stores as part of its restructuring, including 10 in the UK
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NewsHarry Ramsden’s returns to expansion trail
The fish and chips specialist will open a store in London’s Notting Hill this weekend, marking its first new opening since the acquisition by Deep Blue in 2019
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Analysis & InsightNon-alcoholic cocktail trademarks surge 19% in two years
Trademark filings for non-alcoholic cocktails have jumped as health-conscious, younger consumers drive demand for alcohol-free alternatives, while filings for rum and gin decline
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Interviews5 Akhis to open six sites in three months
The burger chain will reach an 18-strong estate by early next year, with plans to continue scaling through a franchise-led model, franchise operations director Ravi Parmar tells MCA
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OpinionCan McDonald’s successfully pull off an international flavour heist?
The UK business has launched global menu favourites including Australia’s Pineapple McSpicy and Japan’s Sakura sprite. Innovation may reinvigorate the brand amid a sales slump and growing competition.
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NewsGerman Doner Kebab commits to 450 sites in India
GDK plans to open its first India outpost under a master franchise agreement with GBC India in early 2026, marking the next stage in its international growth
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Analysis & InsightParty dining: ‘Customers are looking for something new and original’
The decline of UK nightlife venues has coincided with a boom in experiential restaurants that offer a theatrical, decadent experience across a range of price points - but without a reliance on alcohol
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NewsIncipio Group delivers 22% like-for-like growth
The London bar-restaurant group reported a strong 2024, with its upcoming venues at the Olympia development set to double the group’s turnover
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NewsStarbucks UK set to close 10 stores
The coffee giant is set to shutter 10 stores by the end of the month, after announcing plans for closures as part of a $1bn restructuring
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NewsLittle Dessert Shop to branch out into dark kitchens
The c.50-strong dessert concept, which is also seeking to double its estate in the next two years, will roll out four dark kitchens to expand its customer base and delivery reach
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InterviewsRanjit Singh Boparan: ‘We’ll always take a risk’
The Boparan Restaurant Group founder spoke to the Sunday Times about buying hospitality brands during the pandemic, with Slim Chickens now lining up 20-30 openings for next year
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NewsPunch Pubs sees ‘strong uplift’ from conversions
CFO Steve Dando commented on increased profitability from sites converted to the pub partnerships model, while saying the business remains ‘opportunistic’ on acquisitions
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NewsUrban Village looks to secure EIS liquidity requirement
The 10-strong operator has appointed Savills to conduct a strategic review as the 10-site operator seeks a liquidity event for Enterprise Investment Scheme investors