All articles by Hannah Currie – Page 34
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NewsAsahi: Climate change could create beer shortages
Analysis conducted by the Japanese beer company found that France’s spring barley harvest could decrease 18% by 2050, while Poland’s harvest would shrink 15%
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, including Nando’s, Wagamama, Fabrique, Chai Green, Bear and more
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NewsHospitality businesses ‘collateral damage’ in rail strike dispute
The sector will continue to suffer if negotiations between the government, rail unions and companies are not resumed as a matter of urgency, UKH warns
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NewsCurry Up Now to launch in UK
The Indian street food brand currently has 49 units open and in development in the US, and is seeking franchise opportunites in the UK market
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NewsHospitality inflation rate drops to 8.3%
Restaurant and hotels provided a large downward contribution to consumer price inflation last month, marking the lowest rate since May 2022 in the sector.
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NewsPopeyes launches UK-exclusive breakfast menu
The US-born chicken brand has launched a breakfast menu exclusive to the UK, featuring New Orleans-inspired dishes
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Analysis & InsightDelivery and takeaway sales rise 6%
Sales grew 6% year-on-year in August, the Hospitality at Home Tracker from CGA by NIQ has shown, making up 13% of groups’ total sales last month.
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InterviewsTim Hortons: ‘There’s huge demand for the brand in the UK’
As the Canadian chain gears up to launch a new franchise model in the UK, drive-thru locations will be the “predominant channel of growth and opportunity”, Tim Hortons CCO Kevin Hydes tells MCA
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Analysis & InsightTech has ‘big role to play’ in staff retention
Technology is helping improve workforce related challenges, with 42% of hospitality leaders investing in digital solutions to help retain staff, according to research from CGA by NIQ and Fourth
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Analysis & InsightBusiness rates relief urgently needed to avoid losing more pubs
Figures showing that 383 pubs closed in the first six months of this year are a “stark reminder” of the realities facing the sector, with urgent action needed on business rates relief
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NewsBig Fang Collective appoints new CEO
Chris Morgan replaces Natasha Waterfield as CEO, as the Imbiba-backed concept aims to become the market leader in competitive socialising
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Analysis & InsightValue consciousness biggest concern for industry leaders
Hospitality leaders have reported a squeeze on household budgets as among the biggest long-term consumer trends affecting the industry, with ethical consumerism seeing a decline in Lumina Intelligence’s Top of Mind report
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Analysis & InsightAutumn menu innovation leans on international flavours
MCA rounds up food-to-go autumn menu launches from brands including Leon, Pret, Gails and Greggs, exploring trends for both indulgence and health as well as new flavours
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NewsBob & Berts appoints operations manager for England
David Rayner joins the Northern Irish coffee chain from the Spitroast Group, and will lead its rollout across England
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Analysis & InsightFast food outlets ramp up menu prices
Figures show considerable price hikes across fast food chains, after Pret came under fire for increasing the cost of some menu items by 72% since 2020
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InterviewsPieminister: ‘There is tremendous opportunity out there’
The Bristol-born pie specialist recently opened its second franchise in Derby, and is confident of reaching its 100-site target by 2030
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, including BrewDog, The Alchemist, Rosa’s Thai, Treats Club and more
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InterviewsOche targets UK franchise roll out
The Social Gaming Group CEO Troy Warfield says the international ’gastro-gaming’ concept is resonating with consumers in the capital, and has big potential for roll out in the UK’s top ten major cities
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NewsBlacklock awarded B Corp status
The London based chophouse steak chain has announced its certification by non-profit global organisation, B Lab
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InterviewsBob & Berts: ‘We are building a very strong pipeline’
The Northern Irish coffee shop chain will focus on building brand identity in England over the next twelve months whilst continuing to invest in technological innovation to elevate the customer journey