All articles by Shwetali Sapte – Page 7
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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
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NewsVarious Eateries extends bond
The Coppa Club and Noci operator is to reissue its deep discounted bond with Friends Provident International, tied to investor Hugh Osmond
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InterviewsThe Real Eating Company considers acquisitions
The independent café group, which operates eight locations across the Southeast, is in discussions with two businesses, founder Helena Hudson tells MCA
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NewsMarket Halls achieves highest ever sales
The food hall operator, which recently acquired Brighton’s Shelter Hall, reported like-for-like sales growth of 19.8% along with its highest ever EBITDA
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NewsAmorino UK adds seven to 2025 pipeline
The premium gelato specialist is looking for franchise partners amid plans to reach 45 sites by the end of the year, and 100 by 2030
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NewsHarts Group looks to expand El Pastor to Manchester
The Barrafina and Quo Vadis operator is seeking high profile sites in Manchester’s city centre for its Mexican restaurant concept