All MCA Insight articles in April 2025 – Page 7
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NewsCity Hall backs alfresco dining revival to support hospitality
Outside dining could make a return to London this year, with councils urged to support alfresco hospitality initiatives ahead of the summer season
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Analysis & InsightYard Sale Pizza deal delivers a tasty slice of M&A
Piper’s acquisition of the London pizza shop brand steers clear of casual dining in favour of a delivery-first cult-favourite brand with lots of potential for growth
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NewsSpudBros launches franchise Express concept
The fast-casual brand has launched a new restaurant and takeaway franchise concept in partnership with Taster, as it looks to expand across the UK
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NewsCarl’s Jr. Cardiff ‘most successful European opening to date’
The US fast food chain saw more than 200 transactions within the first hour of trading, with operator Boparan planning to open 100 sites within four years
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InterviewsThe Real Greek launches grill-led menu as part of brand repositioning
The brand is repositioning itself for growth with a new, grill-led menu and strengthened brand proposition, CEO Marcel Khan tells MCA
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NewsTower Bridge Collective set to open later this year
The venue will bring together 13 globally inspired food partners, a commitment to sustainability, and a vibrant community hub
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NewsCooks Coffee sales surpass £35m
The Esquires operator, which trades from 89 sites across the UK and Ireland, grew sales by more than 26% in the year ended 31 March
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NewsJersey Mike’s Subs eyes UK for expansion
The 3,000-strong American sub sandwich concept, backed by Blackstone, is looking to amp up its global growth plans
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NewsIn pictures: Boxhall City debuts in London’s Metropolitan Arcade
The new concept from Boxpark opens today, with a 14,000 sq ft, 800-capacity venue offering a contemporary food hall experience
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NewsBrakspear continues expanding Honeycomb Houses
The pub operator has purchased The Kings Head, 66-room hotel, restaurant, and events venue in Cirencester - its second acquisition in the Cotswolds this month
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Analysis & InsightBusinesses should remain vigilant for future price rises, warn CGA and Prestige
The latest Foodservice Price Index indicates a continued easing of inflation, but future volatility is expected due to tariffs, Budget costs, and pressures on food production
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InterviewsZizzi focuses on premium experience and measured expansion strategy
The casual dining Italian brand is entering 2025 with strong momentum, supported by brand refresh initiatives, menu innovation and enhanced loyalty engagement
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InterviewsRoxy Leisure targets four more openings this year as Holborn site confirmed
The experiential leisure brand expects to open four to five new UK sites in 2025, marketing director Joel Mitchell reveals to MCA
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NewsUniversal’s Bedford project highlights hospitality’s investment potential
The multibillion-pound investment in a new theme park underlines the need for a strategy that recognises hospitality’s potential to drive growth
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Analysis & InsightStaffing, simplicity and sustainability to shape the next decade of bars
Hospitality businesses need to rethink their staffing models, drinks strategies and digital engagement, according to new research
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NewsRate cuts could offer UK businesses relief from tariffs
Interest rate cuts could ease some pressure as UK businesses navigate new tariff challenges, according to AJ Bell
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Analysis & InsightLunch grows its share of delivery occasions
The daypart has grown its share of delivery occasions by 1.9ppts, to 19.2%, in the 52 weeks to 16 March 2025, a new Lumina Intelligence report has found.
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NewsBII calls for urgent tax reform to safeguard pubs
The British Institute of Innkeeping has called for meaningful government support to safeguard pubs and deliver economic growth
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InterviewsSixes sharpens gamification and partner-led growth strategy
The experiential cricket concept is sharpening its brand positioning with an increased focus on gamification, partnerships, and enhancing customer experience
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NewsRestaurants urged to rethink mackerel sourcing
The fish could be removed from UK menus after the Marine Conservation Society warned that most of Britain’s catch is now deemed unsustainable