All Tortilla articles – Page 3
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NewsTortilla ‘quietly confident’ about European expansion
The Mexican-inspired fast casual brand is keen to continue expansion in Ireland, despite some “logistical challenges”, according to City AM.
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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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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, featuring Sexy Fish, Tortilla, Chopstix and more
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InterviewsTortilla: ‘The opportunity in Europe is huge’
Having proven itself in the UK, the concept is now accelerating its franchising plans for mainland Europe, CEO Richard Morris and NED Francesca Tiritiello tell MCA
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InterviewsTortilla focuses on travel hub and European expansion
The fast casual Mexican-inspired brand will expand its partnerships with SSP and Compass Group, while looking to gain traction in international markets, CEO Richard Morris tells MCA
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NewsTortilla reports record revenue
The fast casual Mexican chain saw like-for-like revenue up 16.4% vs 2019 to a record of £57.7m and reports it is ahead of its growth targets
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NewsTortilla appoints head of IT
Andrew Brook, who has held senior IT positions at Itsu, Pod, and Wholefoods, will be responsible for evolving the fast casual Mexican concept’s IT strategy
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NewsTortilla stays resilient through 2022
Tortilla has reported group revenue of £57.7m for FY22, with Q4 like-for-like revenue growth 16% up vs FY19 despite challenging trading conditions
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NewsFirst speakers announced for MCA’s Food to Go Conference
Tim Hortons, Tortilla and Itsu are among the big-name brands lined up to speak at the annual conference on 7 March 2023.
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NewsTortilla: ‘The potential is there for +200 sites’
New whitespace mapping has shown the potential for more than 200 UK Tortilla sites, CEO Richard Morris has shared.
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NewsTortilla hints at European expansion next year
The fast-casual Mexican restaurant chain is looking to “dip its toes into potential European opportunities next year”, chief executive Richard Morris has said.
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NewsTortilla appoints people director
Holly Foot joins from Hostmore, where she was head of employee relations at Fridays
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NewsRevenue up but pre-tax profit down at Tortilla
The fast-casual Mexican restaurant business reported strong like-for-like sales in the first half of FY21 and into the summer, despite the impact of the heatwave and rail strikes
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Analysis & InsightEnergy cost pressures mean ‘it’s impossible to plan’
The challenges posed by energy costs and the need to review restaurant design to capitalise on delivery sales, were debated at a special leaders’ roundtable at MCA’s Restaurant Conference.
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NewsTortilla announces two board changes
The fast casual chain has appointed Francesca Tiritiello as non-executive director and Laurence Keen as senior independent director
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NewsTortilla launches first ESG report
Company commitments include developing a net zero roadmap, reducing waste and implementing further training initiatives to aid staff retention and support long-term career progression
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NewsTortilla to rebrand Chilango’s three City sites
The Mexican fast-casual chain has also announced it will be utilising the Chilango name as a virtual brand across the group’s delivery kitchens following its acquisition of the business in May
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NewsTortilla launches loyalty scheme
Members of the Tortilla Club can earn stamps and redeem rewards, including a free main of their choice one they have collected nine stamps.
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InterviewsTortilla: ‘The brand’s resilience lies in its simplicity’
CEO Richard Morris speaks to MCA about national and global expansion, maintaining affordability and authenticity, and why the acquisition of Chilango is sure to pay off
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NewsTortilla like-for-like sales up 19%
Group revenue increased by 60%, to £26.9m, in the half year to 3 July 2022, compared to 2019 – a 55% increase excluding the impact of its acquisition of Chilango in May this year