All articles by Shwetali Sapte – Page 23
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NewsSPYSCAPE to debut in Covent Garden
The New York-headquarted social gaming concept will open its first UK site later this month, with a 25,000 sq ft space offering a spy-themed experience
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InterviewsMarket Place looks to add another 10 sites
The food hall concept is opening its biggest location in St Paul’s this month, with plans to continue adding sites across London and the regions, MD Blake Henderson tells MCA
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NewsDishoom enters accommodation space with Permit Room Portobello
The latest opening under its sister brand sees Dishoom introduce the Lodgings: a two-bedroom residence above its Notting Hill venue
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NewsPapa Johns brand reset sees early success
The pizza delivery chain continues to improve UK sales, but is monitoring global trends and may consider closures due to a volatile trading environment
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NewsYolk reveals brand refresh ahead of further expansion
The rebrand looks to carve out a distinctive space for the 10-strong chain amid a crowded market of “tired legacy players and ultra-functional healthy chains”
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NewsKFC returns to Deliveroo
The QSR chain is again available on the delivery platform after ending its partnership with Deliveroo in 2023
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NewsTrue makes strategic investment in German Doner Kebab
The investment firm will support and accelerate the kebab chain’s rollout across new and existing markets, as GDK looks to scale its 145-strong UK estate
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NewsCooks Coffee to expand Esquires brand to India
The coffee shop chain has entered into a new master franchise agreement with Sterling Coffee House Limited
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NewsIced drinks help Black Sheep break sales records
The coffee shop chain reported year-on-year growth of 227% for its iced beverage segment at the end of April 2025
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NewsWenzels committed to growing 110-strong estate
The independent bakery chain grew revenue to £67.1m and said it will continue to support the high street, with plans to open more stores
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NewsGong cha hires Justus Haller as general manager, growth markets
Haller will work closely with the 2,100-strong tea concept’s new franchisee, Jinziex, following its agreement to open at least 225 new sites in the UK
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Analysis & InsightWagamama set to lead outlet and revenue growth in 2025
The casual dining chain is working towards its 200-site target, supported by brand strength, pricing power, and digital engagement, according to Lumina Intelligence
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Analysis & InsightCoffee and food to go continue to thrive at forecourts
Food to go is a key driver in how consumers perceive forecourts – providing growth opportunities for operators, according to Lumina Intelligence
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NewsWendy’s reports sales dip, updates full-year outlook
The American QSR chain is the latest to report a sales decline due to economic uncertainty, and has changed expectations to reflect the challenging consumer environment
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InterviewsPrezzo Italian: ‘We’re on a journey to invest’
Less than nine months into James Brown’s tenure, the casual dining group has unveiled a new brand identity, menu, and vision to create one of the industry’s most agile and dynamic businesses, he tells MCA
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NewsPrezzo Italian revitalises brand with new identity
The Italian restaurant group has unveiled a new brand identity, refreshed F&B offering, and a refurbishment programme, designed to differentiate the concept in the UK market
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NewsMowgli remains committed to further investment
The Indian restaurant chain - now part of the Arcturus Group with Rosa’s Thai and Pho - grew sales by 31% to reach £40.5m
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NewsWingstop: UK acquisition demonstrates ‘industry-leading returns’
The global business is seeking similar investments, having reinvested $75.4m into the newly formed entity after Sixth Street’s acquisition of Wingstop UK
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NewsGreene King delivers revenue growth across all four divisions
Group revenue increased by 3.2%, with the pub operator attributing the performance to record Christmas bookings and strong demand from events such as the 2024 Men’s Euros
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NewsStarbucks Q2 results ‘far from potential’
The coffee giant saw global comparable sales continue to decline, albeit CEO Brian Niccol reiterated the ‘Back to Starbucks’ plan is the right strategy to turn the business around