All articles by Shwetali Sapte – Page 41
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NewsPret appoints José Cil as chairman
Cil most recently served as CEO of Restaurant Brands International and succeeds Konrad Meyer, who will continue as director
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NewsCarlsberg Britvic: Soft drinks gain share of consumer spend
The newly integrated drinks group said soft drinks are outperforming beer in many European markets, with “real headroom for growth among younger consumers,” according to CEO Paul Davies
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Analysis & InsightFrom Korean chicken to immunity shots: Greggs’ take on food to go trends
The retailer has expanded its offer, targeting multiple trends in one go - including high-protein options, East Asian flavours, and a new indulgent drink
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InterviewsBrother Marcus: ‘Growth is on the cards'
Named Best Emerging Concept at the MCA Hospitality Awards 2025, founders Tasos Gaitanos and Alex Large share what’s next for the Eastern Mediterranean-inspired all-day concept, and why the key to sustainable growth is good hospitality
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Analysis & InsightPubs and bars capture largest share growth in Q1
Frequency rose 7.9%, boosted by events like Six Nations and offers from pub chains along with unseasonably sunny March weather, according to Lumina Intelligence
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InterviewsMarston’s: ‘We’re very much in delivery mode’
The group is making good progress on its long-term strategy, by rolling out new formats, offers, and demand-driving events, according to CEO Justin Platt
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NewsRare Restaurants shutters M to focus on Gaucho
M Restaurants’ remaining site on London’s Threadneedle Street is set to permanently close next week as the group hones in on the core Gaucho concept
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NewsJohn Lewis ramps up hospitality investment
The retailer plans to grow its number of in-store cafés and restaurants this year, tapping into rising demand for shopping-hospitality experiences
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NewsMarston’s profitability and debt reduction remain on track
The 1,333-strong pub operator also delivered a 2.9% uplift in like-for-like sales in H1 2025, increasing to 10.5% over the past five weeks
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NewsWatchHouse makes promotions ahead of further expansion
The specialty coffeehouse group has appointed Josh Brown as commercial director and James Elliot as finance director
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NewsTarka hostel and bar concept secures £10.3m from OakNorth
The digital bank has provided a £10.3m facility to Tarka Edinburgh, which is actively seeking opportunities to roll out upscale pod-style hostels
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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