All articles by Georgi Gyton – Page 51
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NewsGreggs surpasses healthier choices target
The food to go retailer has refreshed the targets in its Greggs Pledge for 2022, which includes increasing the number of its breakfast clubs and reducing food waste
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Analysis & InsightAverage spend fell 9% in Q1 2022
The lunch occasion took the biggest hit, but breakfast saw a rise in average spend of 4% as workers returned to their offices, according to Lumina Intelligence
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NewsNightcap continues with cluster expansion strategy
The operator of several late-night bar businesses has secured a flagship site for The Cocktail Club in Birmingham’s Temple Street
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NewsMcDonald’s takes ownership of largest UK franchisee
Founded by Athul Pathak, Appt Corporation operated 43 sites, with McDonald’s Restaurants Limited acquiring 100% of his shares
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NewsCafé Rouge to roll out new menu
Following trials at its Rouge pilot sites, The Big Table Group operator said it would roll out the new menu across its estate, with working continuing on new design concepts
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Analysis & InsightBars failing to engage on sustainability
Consumers are actively seeking out eco-information, with 49% stating they consider green credentials when choosing a drinks venue, according to a new report
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NewsD&D London adds to senior team
The restaurant group has appointed a new operations director and F&B director as it begins ‘an exciting new chapter’
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NewsMarston’s appoints new director of operations
Kai Hepworth, former ops director at Bill’s and Costa Coffee, joined the brewer and pub operator this month
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NewsStonegate appoints new marketing director
James Metcalfe has been appointed as director of marketing – insight and innovation at the UK’s largest pub group
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NewsKerb to revamp Cucumber Alley
Landlord Shaftesbury said the space adjacent to the main Seven Dials Market would relaunch as a grab and go hub on 8 April, with seven new operators added to the line-up
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Analysis & InsightHospitality sector remains unconvinced by value of calorie labelling
The new legislation, which comes into effect from today, has been branded as “totally unnecessary” and “silly” by operators, while trade bodies are calling for leniacy around the deadline for implementation
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NewsNeyba looks to raise £15m to fuel London expansion
The kitchen and grocery store concept, launched by Burger & Lobster founder Misha Zelman, and former Harrods marketing lead Ben Hedley, is targeting 14 sites in the capital within a year
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NewsBrasserie Bar Co ready to exploit opportunities
The White Brasserie and Brasserie Blanc operator is now “exceptionally well capitalised” following its sale to Alchemy
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NewsIncreasing optimism among business leaders
Sixty-five percent of hospitality leaders are confident about the next 12 months, according to CGA and Fourth’s Business Leaders’ Survey
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NewsHospitality staff under increasing pressure
Job satisfaction rates among front line-line hospitality workers has fallen as staff feel under increasing pressure, according to a new survey by employee experience platform Harri and CGA.
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NewsWahaca planning ‘measured expansion’
Wahaca is beginning a ‘measured expansion programme’ in London, targeting openings in key locations such as King’s Cross, Victoria and several London suburbs.
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NewsFulham Shore expecting profit to exceed expectations
The group, which operates Franco Manca and The Real Greek restaurants, is forecasting revenue and EBITDA above pre-Covid levels with 18 new sites planned for this year
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NewsChik’n planning for 10 new sites alongside rebrand
From Chik’n to Chicken Shop – the concept led by John Nelson is looking to expand its reach with new openings and a partnership with Soho House Group
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InterviewsThe Alchemist: ‘It’s been a record year’
With strong cash reserves, the bar and restaurant group plans to open new UK sites and push forward with a launch in Germany, chief executive Simon Potts told MCA
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Analysis & InsightDeliveroo CEO disappointed with share price since listing
In its first annual report since the delivery company listed last year, founder and CEO Will Shu admitted share price performance had been “poor”