All articles by Shwetali Sapte – Page 27
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NewsParts of Ibérica sold out of administration to Camino
Spanish restaurant group Camino has taken over Ibérica’s sites in Victoria and Farringdon, preserving part of the business - although three remaining locations have closed
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Analysis & InsightA taste tour through London’s Bermondsey
From established concepts like Bleecker and Pizza Pilgrims to emerging innovators like The Untitled Sandwich Shop, Lumina Intelligence’s Q4 concept tour showcased indulgence, experiential dining, and all-day and multifunctional concepts
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NewsPizzaExpress appoints Colin Elliot as CFO
Elliot, who will commence the role in the new year, is currently a managing director at investment real estate firm CBRE
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NewsJulian Metcalfe on mitigating labour cost inflation
The itsu founder told the Daily Mail the brand will continue relying on technology to ensure its offer remains affordable, as it looks to open “thousands” of stores
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NewsThai Leisure Group: Budget ‘direct hit’ on growth
Hospitality operators have warned of closures, with managing director Ian Leigh saying that recent changes in National Insurance “were enough to spook our investors”
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NewsChapel Down appoints James Pennefather as CEO
The winemaker announced further directorate changes as well as positive trading in Q4, with strong momentum going into 2025
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, featuring Honest Smash + Grab, Hickory’s, BrewDog, Urban Pubs & Bars, and more
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NewsHonest co-founders to expand pizza concept The Breadstall
Alongside The Breadstall founder Seb Vince, the duo plan to bring 20-inch biga-style pizzas to 10 new locations in London over the next three years
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NewsHarrods introduces £1 ‘cover charge’
The Guardian reports this charge aims to bump profits by up to £1m, following a government crackdown on companies taking a cut of tips, according to staff
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NewsUKHospitality: Rates reform should provide ‘maximum benefit’ after years of overtaxing
The trade body said the plan to introduce differential multipliers would help level the playing field for high street businesses
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NewsBakers + Baristas looks to continued growth
The bakery cafe chain plans to expand through new openings, further refurbishments, and an increased focus on improving sales through online channels
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NewsImmersive Gamebox seeks buyer
The competitive socialising concept has appointed Begbies Traynor as it enters into administration, but has a pipeline in place for future growth
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NewsEverards delivers strong performance
Turnover increased to £36.2m and was accompanied by a rise in operating profit, albeit the pub operator and brewer warned of ‘material impact’ resulting from the Budget
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Analysis & InsightEating and drinking out market KPIs strengthen
Market penetration increased by 3.5ppts to 59.8% - led by improved consumer confidence as well as a weak comparative period, according to Lumina Intelligence
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NewsSSP plans India IPO for Travel Food Services
India is a strategically important market for SSP, which intends to build on its market-leading position to capitalise on opportunities in the fast-growing travel market
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NewsBold Street Coffee expands reach with subscription service
The coffee shop chain has launched a new delivery service following the successful opening of its fifth site in Manchester
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NewsSacha Lord to address House of Commons ahead of business rates reform
In a hearing today, the Non-Domestic Ratings Bill Committee will look at the long-term implications of the government’s proposed reforms
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NewsNew food & drink director at Liberation Group
The pub operator and brewer has appointed Alice Bower to the newly created role, in response to success in growing its food offer across the business
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NewsProposed business rates reform will misfire, Colliers warns
The government’s proposed legislation to place further costs on bigger retailers and hospitality businesses will misfire and discourage investment, according to the consultancy
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NewsPizza Hut delivery criticised for gambling promotion
Customers ordering Pizza Hut online were congratulated for having “unlocked up to 300 free spins at your favourite casino”