All articles by Shwetali Sapte – Page 13
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NewsFive Guys announces first airport location at Heathrow
The burger brand will open in Heathrow’s Terminal 5 later this year, offering a daytime and breakfast menu in a store with exclusive travel-friendly elements
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InterviewsTortilla: ‘There’s more potential for this business’
Investments into its F&B offer, tech, loyalty, and brand identity have helped drive a turnaround in sales in 2024, CEO Andy Naylor tells MCA
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InterviewsGreggs sees improving picture but maintains cautious outlook
The bakery chain has seen an improving sales trend in recent weeks, but volumes remain “slightly down” as consumer confidence dipped in early 2025, according to CEO Roisin Currie
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InterviewsYolk: ‘We want to broaden our horizons’
Founder Nick Philpot speaks to MCA about a new direction for the 10-strong concept, which recently unveiled a rebrand as it seeks to cement itself in neighbourhoods and outside London
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NewsTOCA secures $35m in new funding
The sports entertainment and training concept seeks to fuel its international growth and expand its football training technology, with a third UK site to open in Westfield London
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NewsThe Restaurant Group acquires 10 pubs from Oakman
The Wagamama operator is committed to growing its Brunning & Price pubs business, with the Oakman pubs representing a significant strategic opportunity
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NewsComptoir Group revenues up 10%
The operator of Lebanese and Middle Eastern-inspired restaurants reported revenue of £34.6m in 2024, with a 2% uplift in like-for-likes
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NewsPret: Price rises across the sector are ‘inevitable’
MD Clare Clough said wage inflation is having a “significant impact” on the coffee and food to go chain, which is trying to offset or mitigate costs as much as possible
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NewsGreggs reports improved trading
The retailer achieved total sales of £784m for the first 20 weeks of 2025, with the past 11 weeks supported by better trading conditions
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InterviewsArc Inspirations secures London debut on Shaftesbury Avenue
The bar group will open a site under its BOX brand in the heart of the West End this October, with an investment of £4m
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NewsDiageo considers ‘substantial’ changes to portfolio
The Guinness owner revealed it is weighing up the possibility of brand disposals to generate additional funds, while the current tariff regime is expected to cost the company $150m
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NewsThe Restaurant Group in talks to buy Oakman sites
The Wagamama owner is in advanced discussions to acquire some of Oakman’s pubs and integrate them into the Brunning & Price estate, Sky News reports
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Analysis & InsightSummer price spikes expected for staple products
Meat, poultry, potatoes, and dairy are all forecast to see further price rises across the summer, Lynx Purchasing has warned
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NewsRestaurateur Tommy Banks launches new pub venture
Jeopardy Hospitality aims to reinvigorate cherished venues across the UK, beginning with the restoration and reopening of The General Tarleton Hotel in North Yorkshire
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Analysis & InsightHow Carlsberg Britvic is staying relevant to Gen Z
The drinks maker is considering reformulating its existing ranges while introducing new products to stay ahead of an evolving eating and drinking out market
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NewsIn pictures: A new look for Cosy Club
Loungers has unveiled a reimagined look and branding for its all-day bar-restaurant concept, featuring a new cinematic interior scheme and inspiration from the 1970s and 80s
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NewsPret appoints José Cil as chairman
Cil most recently served as CEO of Restaurant Brands International and succeeds Konrad Meyer, who will continue as director
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NewsCarlsberg Britvic: Soft drinks gain share of consumer spend
The newly integrated drinks group said soft drinks are outperforming beer in many European markets, with “real headroom for growth among younger consumers,” according to CEO Paul Davies
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Analysis & InsightFrom Korean chicken to immunity shots: Greggs’ take on food to go trends
The retailer has expanded its offer, targeting multiple trends in one go - including high-protein options, East Asian flavours, and a new indulgent drink
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InterviewsBrother Marcus: ‘Growth is on the cards'
Named Best Emerging Concept at the MCA Hospitality Awards 2025, founders Tasos Gaitanos and Alex Large share what’s next for the Eastern Mediterranean-inspired all-day concept, and why the key to sustainable growth is good hospitality