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All articles by Shwetali Sapte – Page 23
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Analysis & InsightDestination drinks capitalise on flourishing demand for spice
Brands are serving up chilli-infused drinks innovation, such as Wingstop’s mango habanero milkshake, KFC’s spicy mango lemonade, and Wagamama’s no-alcohol spicy saffron picante
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Analysis & InsightScale, financial discipline shelter Wetherspoon from cost pressures
The pubco’s margin estimates remain unchanged, implying it is coping with higher labour costs despite its value proposition, according to analysts
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NewsFelipe Athayde joins Pret as president, North America
Athayde will help take the business forward in its next stage of growth, building on the brand’s 65-strong estate in North America
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NewsSubway appoints new CEO
Jonathan Fitzpatrick, previously of Burger King and Driven Brands, joins the sandwich giant with more than two decades of franchising and QSR experience
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NewsMarston’s on track for strong Q4
The pub group anticipates strong trading, supported by a pipeline of demand-driving events, the rollout of order & pay, and ongoing revenue management initiatives
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NewsFuller’s delivers 5% like-for-like growth
CEO Simon Emeny commented on the pub company’s excellent results in the first 16 weeks of its financial year, with chairman Michael Turner stepping down after 47 years
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NewsPoolhouse secures further $1.5m
Following its $34m seed round, the competitive socialising concept has secured further funding from EMERGING, the US-based fund behind F1 Arcade, Flight Club, and Batbox
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NewsJamie Oliver opens six sites in six months
The group’s Catherine Street restaurant, which marked Jamie Oliver’s return to the UK restaurant scene, has achieved double-digit like-for-like growth
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Analysis & InsightSector insolvencies rise 6%
Accommodation and foodservice insolvencies have risen 6% between April and May, “one of many warning signs” the industry is struggling, according to RSM UK
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InterviewsTwo Magpies innovates with new concepts
The bakery group is planning to launch a new ice cream shop concept, following the success of its ‘Mini Magpies’ format, founder Steve Magnall tells MCA
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NewsOasis tour provides £4m boost to Cardiff venues
Oasis will continue their tour in Manchester, London, and Edinburgh, with hospitality venues expecting a significant boost to city centre trade
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InterviewsWasabi CEO: Growing taxation and regulation risk ‘killing the industry’
Henry Birts has said the growing burden of red tape is stifling the hospitality sector, with recent rises in costs leading to higher prices and inflation
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NewsBone Daddies reports another ‘strong year’
The 10-strong Japanese restaurant group increased revenue by 4.3% to £18.8m in FY24
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InterviewsCaprinos: ‘People are getting bored of the same old pizza’
The 110-strong pizza franchise achieved 14% like-for-like growth in H1 and plans to reach 200 sites by 2030
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NewsThe Sushi Co breaks sales records
The 21-strong fast casual concept increased sales by more than 16% year-on-year, with a 12% rise from Q1 to Q2 2025
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NewsStonegate takes over Frontier Pubs
Stonegate has bought the remaining stake in its joint venture with Dame Karen Jones and Pioneer Hospitality, with 15 sites set to join the group’s Pub Partners business
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NewsPasta Evangelists looks to US market
The Barilla-owned restaurant group can become an ‘owner’ in the Italian cuisine space, co-founder Alessandro Savelli has said
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NewsBrunning & Price ready to step up acquisitions
The Restaurant Group-owned pub company is actively seeking new sites to grow its c.89-strong portfolio after a “relatively quiet 2024”
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NewsGreene King sets out proposals for business rates relief
The pubco recommends the business rates multiplier for pubs should be reduced by 20p, and that rates should be calculated based on profit rather than turnover
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NewsHoni Poke: ‘We wanted to solidify our position as a market leader’
The group sees longer term potential for 100 sites following its acquisition of Island Poké, with an eye on other European markets