All Byron articles – Page 22
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News
TRG takes C2C to Chelmsford
The Restaurant Group (TRG) continues to grow its pipeline for its Coast to Coast brand, after securing a unit in Chelmsford
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NewsByron expands craft beer range
Byron, the Tom Byng-led group, has expanded its range of craft beers and introduced a number of canned beers it sees as the ideal match for a burger
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OpinionThe odd couple
Hawksmoor founders Will Beckett and Huw Gott’s unconventional approach has resulted in one of the industry’s big success stories – but things weren’t always so rosy
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NewsByron and Ask sign up for Chelmsford
Byron and Ask Italian have both strengthened their future openings pipelines by signing up to open units at a new development in Chelmsford
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OpinionI predict a…
Stefan Chomka looks ahead to what 2014 has in store, with 10 predictions, some “dead-certs” like Alan Yau’s opening of ‘Asian gastropub’ Duck & Rice rekindling publicans’ desires to return to the heady days of the mid 1990s where a Thai restaurant was the pub accessory du jour; and some more avant-garde, including the possible opening of bread and butter concept called B&B
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Analysis & InsightGolden rules for a smooth deal
Selling a business is a rewarding but complex undertaking involving many variables. There are, however, five key areas that present particular challenges and must be handled with care, says Paul Dolman, lead leisure partner at Travers Smith
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News
Indian Summer Kitchen targets expansion
Indian Summer Kitchen, the Brighton-based Indian restaurant operator, plans to become the UK’s largest Indian restaurant chain and has revealed target areas for expansion to M&C Report
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OpinionConduit of creativity
Restaurateur Jamie Barber underlines the importance of innovation in the industry and tells M&C Report of his plans for the Cabana and Hush restaurant brands
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NewsFormer Virgin Group CEO named Byron chair
Stephen Murphy, former group chief executive of The Virgin Group, has been appointed non-executive chairman of Byron, the Hutton Collins-owned burger chain
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OpinionTurning point for the sector
This year will come to be seen as a turning point in the market, argues Peter Hansen, founder of Sapient Corporate Finance
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Analysis & InsightBeers, burgers and London buses…
Like any crowded market place there is a greater need for branded operators to differentiate themselves and raise their heads above the proverbial parapet to be seen. In the opinion of Stephen Evans, development director at Gourmet Burger Kitchen (GBK), three clear markets have now emerged
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NewsByron lines up York opening
Byron, the Hutton Collins-owned burger chain, is close to securing a further site in Yorkshire, in York
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Analysis & Insight
London fuels sector lfl growth
Like-for-like sales among 27 leading pub and restaurant groups increased 1% in October compared to the same month last year, with London fuelling the growth, new figures show
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News
Cabana eyes further growth
Cabana, the fast-growing Brazilian concept, plans to open a further eight restaurants over the next two years, which should include its first opening outside of London
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OpinionRising to the top
The new concessions trial with Next is just one of the bold moves Patisserie Valerie, the Risk Capital Partners-backed group has made this year. More moves into new avenues are on their way and a possible sale process/IPO play next year is a growing possibility
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NewsComptoir Libanais opens at Bluewater
Comptoir Libanais, the London-based Lebanese fast-casual concept, has opened its latest site in Bluewater, its seventh it total, as it continues to ramp up its rollout program
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Diary
Diary: Cote, Greene King, JDW and No Saints
This week’s Diary includes a look at the chairmanship of Byron and Cote, a love-in between Tom Kerridge and Greene King, Steve Thomas being bullish about No Saints, and clear-the-air talks on VATMusical chairsThere are several similarities between Byron and Cote. Both are impressive casual dining concepts, which were launched ...
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Analysis & InsightNo stone unturned
“I love the business, I love working, I love running big pub companies. This was just too good an opportunity to miss. The plan is to become a dominant force on the high street.” So said Ian Payne, just after the TDR Capital-backed Stonegate was formed through the £373m acquisition of 333 wet-led pubs from Mitchells & Butlers (M&B).
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Weekend Press
Weekend press round-up, 26-27 October
Company results and news£1bn sale on menu at Pizza ExpressThe owner of the restaurant empire behind Pizza Express is finalising plans for a £1bn sale or float.The private equity backer of Gondola Holdings, which also owns the Zizzi and Ask restaurant chains, are expected to appoint an investment bank in ...
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NewsByron to make north east debut
Byron, the Hutton Collins-owned burger chain, is to make its debut in the north east, after securing its first site in Leeds