All articles by Shwetali Sapte – Page 30
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InterviewsJeremy King: ‘We’ll spend £10m to make it look like we’ve done nothing’
As he prepares to relaunch Simpsons on the Strand, the veteran restaurateur speaks to MCA’s Restaurant Conference about his comeback to London’s hospitality scene and balancing the old with the new
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Analysis & InsightQuality and health return to consumer agenda
Value scrutiny has levelled off in consumer attitudes while ingredient quality and healthy options become growing factors, according to Lumina Intelligence
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NewsCosta initiates 24-hour trading trial
The coffee chain has launched a 24-hour trading trial at its drive-thru store in Leicester Meridien East, with potential for further rollout
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Analysis & InsightFive Guys’ John Eckbert on building a people-driven business at scale
Speaking at MCA’s Restaurant Conference, Eckbert reflected on Five Guys’ journey over the past decade as it approaches the 170-site mark
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Analysis & InsightRestaurant market growth forecast to lag pubs and fast food
The UK restaurant market is forecast to grow by 1.3% in 2024 to reach a value of £19bn – lagging behind the total eating out market’s growth rate of 2.6%, according to Lumina Intelligence’s new Restaurant Market Report
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NewsMark McCulloch joins Prezzo
The Italian restaurant group has appointed McCulloch as chief marketing officer, as it seeks to enhance customer experiences, refresh its brand identity, and attract new customer groups
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NewsManeki Ramen launches crowdfunding campaign
The ramen specialist, part of the ART Hospitality group, has begun crowdfunding ahead of the launch of its second site in Birmingham
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Analysis & InsightVolatile food pricing expected through early 2025
Hospitality businesses need to prepare for a challenging winter, with product areas such as beef, lamb, potatoes, and salads under pressure, Lynx Purchasing has warned
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NewsBob & Berts achieves £21.5m turnover
Turnover increased from £19.6m the previous year, as the coffee shop chain continued its expansion across the UK and Northern Ireland
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NewsAnglian Country Inns reports 14% sales uplift
Sales rose to £20.6m in FY24 due to both increased footfall and spend per head, while the business revealed it will open a new bakery in early 2025
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NewsBudget could force pubs to push up prices, BBPA warns
New figures show that the Budget’s cumulative impact means, at a conservative estimate, a £500m increase to the cost of doing business for the industry
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Analysis & InsightLeon’s festive offer takes note from seasons past
Head of food Erica Molyneaux tells MCA the brand has learned from unexpected hits and misses over the years, and is now staying true to its mission of nutritious, convenient, fast food
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NewsDavid Loewi to step down as D&D CEO
Loewi, who co-founded the restaurant group with Des Gunewardena, will transition to a role as advisor to the board after 30 years with the business - with particular emphasis on international expansion
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, featuring Electric Shuffle, Din Tai Fung, Wendy’s and more
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NewsJames Watt loses £150,000 investment in Clean Kitchen
The healthy eating brand has closed two venues and operates from a single site in Battersea Power Station, MCA understands
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NewsCooks Coffee delivers 36% rise in store sales
Like-for-like sales in the UK were up 6.3% for the Esquires operator, as development in suburban areas and smaller market towns gained further momentum
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NewsInflation figures ‘ominous warning’ ahead of April cost rises
UKHospitality is urging to government to rethink its changes to employer National Insurance contributions to keep a lid on inflation
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Analysis & InsightF1 Arcade focuses on scale and optimisation
With seven venues across the UK and US, the Formula 1-inspired competitive socialising concept is honing in on the guest experience as it continues to grow, according to CTO Gavin Williams
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NewsVelvet Taco: London site will be ‘stepping stone’ for further expansion
The US chain’s upcoming debut in Piccadilly Circus will mean it gets eyeballs on the brand as it looks to expand across the globe, according to CEO Clay Dover
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NewsThe Alchemist to step up overseas expansion
Following the bar group’s success in Berlin, it hopes to have a site open “further East” next year, CEO Simon Potts said at the Peach 20/20 Leaders Summit