All articles by Shwetali Sapte – Page 88
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InterviewsHickory’s: ‘We made a lot of mistakes along the way’
Following last year’s acquisition by Greene King, MCA visits Hickory’s MD John Welsh in Huddersfield to hear about the potential for the smokehouse concept to become a truly national brand - and the authority on American BBQ in the UK
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Analysis & InsightMenu prices rise while business confidence drops
Cost pressures have resulted in menu prices rising by an average of 13% in the past 12 months, with just half of operators optimistic about business prospects, according to CGA and Fourth
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NewsBrewDog plans to triple estate
The brewer and bar operator aims to grow to more than 300 bars globally, with an eye on international markets including India, Italy, the Netherlands, and Thailand
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NewsFurther industrial action announced
Aslef has announced another week of summer industrial action, through an overtime ban from 31 July to 5 August
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NewsStonegate and City Pub Group join BBPA
The British Beer and Pub Association, whose members collectively represent over 20,000 UK pubs, has welcomed 13 new members this year
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NewsTurtle Bay announces 'record year'
The Caribbean restaurant group reported record sales of £90.1m for the year ended April 2023, along with like-for-like growth of 32.6% vs 2019
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Analysis & InsightPost-work drinks lose popularity
A quarter of workers have said drinks after work were non-inclusive, with 62% saying they would prefer a foodie evening, according to research by event planners Togather
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InterviewsDavid Page: ‘We’re cheaper than Pret a Manger’
Amid the collapse of high street chains, the Fulham Shore executive chairman said Franco Manca has prospered by streamlining its menu and ensuring value for money
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NewsTortilla announces progress on expansion
In a H1 2023 update, the Mexican concept announced record performances at its franchised sites with SSP, with further sites in the pipeline
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InterviewsToridoll: ‘We fell in love with Franco Manca’
Speaking at a media event in London, Toridoll president and CEO Takaya Awata said he sees global scope to expand the Franco Manca brand, which made for an attractive acquisition due to strong synergies with the Japanese food conglomerate’s diverse portfolio
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InterviewsMW Eat looks to go beyond London
The Indian restaurant group will likely expand its Masala Zone concept outside the capital in the next three years, while looking for opportunities to go international, chairman Ranjit Mathrani tells MCA
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NewsC&C Group reports ‘encouraging performance’
The premium drinks company has issued an update ahead of its AGM today, with net sales revenue for its branded business up 10% in early FY24
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NewsHakkasan Group reports post-pandemic recovery
Revenue rose 121% to $71.8m vs 2020, with the group saying “a strong focus remains on the UK market” alongside global expansion
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NewsDomino’s appoints CEO
Andrew Rennie will take over from interim CEO Elias Diaz Sese as chief executive, with effect from 7 August
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InterviewsBone Daddies reports ‘consistent demand’
The group, operator of Bone Daddies Ramen, Flesh & Buns, and Shackfuyu, posted £17.3m in revenue for the year ended September 2022
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Analysis & InsightConsumers increasingly embracing tech in hospitality, report finds
Research from Zonal and CGA finds 71% of people now prefer to use tech, either exclusively or in tandem with human interaction
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InterviewsWetherspoon: ‘Big city centres are really rocking’
Chairman Tim Martin tells MCA that city centres have been major contributors to recent strong trading, along with food being an “ever bigger contributor” to sales
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InterviewsHop Vietnamese pushes ahead with expansion
The Vietnamese QSR concept will likely reach the 10-site mark next year, and is in talks with franchise partners for travel hubs, founder Paul Hopper tells MCA
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InterviewsNorth Brewing Co looks to double estate
The Leeds-based operator and brewer will ensure its offering remains premium as it expands its Taproom concept across the country, director John Gyngell tells MCA
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InterviewsCaravan: ‘We’ve always wanted to go outside London’
CEO Laura Harper-Hinton speaks to MCA about venuring outside the capital, international potential, and maintaining growth