All articles by Shwetali Sapte – Page 138
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NewsInflation eases to 9.9% in August
Inflation dropped from 10.1% in July to 9.9% in August due to a drop in fuel prices, while food prices remained the largest upward contributor
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NewsOperators take individual approaches in paying tribute to HM the Queen
Operators across the sector have taken markedly different approaches to paying tribute to the Queen on the day of her funeral
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InterviewsMaguro Group to expand Bunsik concept
The multi-concept Korean restaurant group plans to grow both its Bunsik and Pochawa Grill brands, director Jae Cho tells MCA
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InterviewsInception Group: ‘People need outlets like ours’
Co-founder Charlie Gilkes speaks to MCA about expanding beyond London, the new Control Room B concept, and maintaining a strong experiential offer
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InterviewsNew Dawn Pubs takes cautious approach to growth
The newly formed pub group, led by Mark Robson, is looking to invest into its existing estate and acquire one or two pubs over the next couple years
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News200 Degrees appoints head of people
The coffee operator has appointed Charlotte Coore as its first head of people
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NewsPapa John’s to open first modular pod
The pizza chain has delivered its first modular pod unit to a Haven’s resort in an initiative to offer flexible opportunities to franchisees
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NewsEnergy announcement welcomed
Trade bodies welcomed the announcement of an energy price cap for businesses, but called on Liz Truss to deliver more detailed and long-term measures
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NewsNisha Katona to appear at MCA’s Restaurant Conference
The restaurateur, author and TV personality will discuss maintaining culture and consistency while growing her Mowgli Street Food group to 20 sites and counting
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, featuring Poke House, Sides, Chopstix, and more
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News300 CEOs call for urgent government support
Operators including Mitchells & Butlers, Pizza Hut UK, and Caffe Nero have signed a letter to chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng asking for urgent intervention
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NewsIncipio Group reports two new additions to board
The Pergola and Lost in Brixton operator has appointed Ian Edward and Archie Ward as non-executive directors
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Analysis & InsightMore double-digit inflation in July
Despite a relief in some commodities, the sector continued to experience high inflation, according to the CGA Prestige Foodservice Price Index
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NewsZero Carbon Forum offers free energy guidance
The nonprofit is offering resources for its Save While You Sleep initiative for free to help operators reduce their energy usage
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NewsTRG reports slow recovery
The Wagamama and Barburrito operator reported like-for-like sales up 4% on 2019 and profit before tax of £10.2m, up from a 2021 loss of £19.9m
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NewsMarkets buoyed by prospect of energy price freeze
Shares in JDW, Greggs, Domino’s, and Mitchells & Butlers are among those that rose as markets reacted positively to the prospect of emergency support
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Analysis & InsightFish and chips remains top choice for pubgoers
Fish and chips is Britain’s most-wanted pub meal, with increasing willingness to explore premium versions of the classic meal, according to CGA
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Analysis & InsightEnergy crisis: ‘Price rises cannot be completely avoided’
As utility costs force even viable businesses to the brink of collapse, MCA speaks to the leaders of JD Wetherspoon, Admiral Taverns, Pizza Hut UK and Fulham Shore about how they’re coping
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NewsTruss set to announce support package for businesses
In a £40bn package, the new PM is expected to either set an energy price cap for businesses or introduce a price reduction
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NewsIn pictures: 1920s-inspired interiors at Browns Beaconsfield
Browns Brasserie & Bar has reopened its Beaconsfield location following a major refurbishment with 1920s-inspired decor