All articles by Shwetali Sapte – Page 7
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NewsFazenda Rodizio rebrands as Fogo de Chão
Brazilian steakhouse group Fazenda’s six UK restaurants will now operate under the Fogo de Chão brand, following its acquisition by the 122-strong global operator in 2024
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NewsCaprinos co-founders launch new chicken concept
Khalil Rehman and Gul Nawaz, co-founders of the 120-strong Caprinos Pizza chain, have debuted Zinglet - a QSR chicken brand with plans to scale to at least 15 locations over 12 months
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InterviewsDes Gunewardena: ‘It’s nice to be your own master’
The restaurateur sits down with MCA to discuss unveiling Pillar Hall - his latest venture at London’s Olympia - as well as new projects in the pipeline, funding possibilities, and a successful series of openings from D3 Collective
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NewsVeeno Bars reacquired by founder Nino Caruso
The wine bar group, which entered into administration last month, has completed a restructure that sees Caruso return to a more active role within the business
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NewsSales surpass £50m for Rosa’s Thai
The Thai restaurant group has reported 7.3% sales growth in the year to 30 March 2025, and has also agreed a debt finance deal with its new banking partner, OakNorth
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NewsIncipio Group confirms June opening for four new concepts at Olympia
The news comes as the 140-year-old landmark prepares to reopen following a £1.3bn development, which will also see it launch live entertainment venue British Airways ARC and the Hyatt Regency London Olympia
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InterviewsGreggs open to further international expansion
CEO Roisin Currie said that going international was “part of the agenda” for some years now, with further potential based on the success of the Tenerife debut
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Analysis & InsightDiscretionary spend predicted to decline further due to Middle East war
The war in the Middle East is expected to worsen longstanding challenges for hospitality businesses, which have already recorded a 30% fall in real-terms spending since 2019, according to EY
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InterviewsStar Pubs: ‘We’ve got huge opportunity in our existing estate’
The latest £44m investment into hundreds of Star Pubs represents a major commitment from owner Heineken, MD Lawson Mountstevens tells MCA
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InterviewsPunch Pubs: Higher inflation ‘doesn’t give a lot of concern’
The pubco is fairly well hedged on energy costs, and does not expect to see a material change in profits as a result of energy price inflation, according to CFO Steve Dando
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InterviewsAuntie Anne’s UK growing ahead of other international markets
Managing director Max Burton tells MCA like-for-like growth remains strong, with the food to go chain planning to reach 50 sites this summer and 100 by 2030
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up the week’s biggest openings stories, featuring new venues from Jason Atherton, Thesleff Group, Little Door & Co, and more
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Analysis & InsightOperators streamline menus in face of uncertain demand
The latest Menu Tracker data for Q1 2026 suggests growth and innovation is being constrained in favour of cost control and operational simplicity
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NewsDeliveroo launches in-app reservations
Deliveroo Reservations connects the delivery platform with SevenRooms, and represents the first major product integration since DoorDash acquired both businesses last year
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NewsCosta plans 14 openings with Sainsbury’s this year
Costa has opened its 50th store within a Sainsbury’s supermarket, representing a combined investment of nearly £16m since the partnership began in 2024
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Analysis & InsightWetherspoon: Price hikes needed to offset cost pressures, analysts warn
As the pubco’s low-price, low-margin model comes under pressure, analysts question whether it can raise prices without putting off loyal customers
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NewsKERB grows revenue, plans for further growth
The food hall operator has reported revenue of £38.9m in 2025, up nearly 19% year-on-year, and said it will continue expanding to meet demand for lower-cost entry points into hospitality
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NewsUK demand for Guinness contributes to Diageo sales growth
The demand contributed to 8.8% growth in net sales in Europe, with Guinness continuing to outperform in the on-trade
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NewsNew junk food rules could be delayed due to inflation
The government is considering delaying its crackdown - including the upcoming advertising ban - in response to the war in the Middle East
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NewsIndian food group Haldiram’s to launch UK restaurant
The brand will make its UK debut with a restaurant at Leicester Square next month, featuring a hybrid dining and retail experience