All articles by Hannah Currie – Page 8
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Interviews
Notto sets sights on becoming a high street brand
Co-founder Julian Dyer tells MCA the pasta bar concept is built for scale as it looks towards opening a third site in South Kensington, and further expansion in central London
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Interviews
Bread Ahead envisions global brand presence
The artisanal bakery brand which started in Borough Market in 2013 is making strides in the Middle East with 30-plus locations set to open over the next three years, according to founder Matthew Jones
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News
Openings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, featuring Tortilla, Wingstop UK, L’ETO, Brindisa and more
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News
JKS unveils new restaurant concept
The Ambassadors Clubhouse, an 140 cover restaurant will open in Mayfair this summer, taking inspiration from North India’s abandoned party mansions and the culinary traditions of undivided Punjab
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Events
Clive Watson on the secrets of a successful pub deal
Fresh from selling City Pub Group to Young’s in a deal worth £162m, the pub entreneur sits down to reveal the story behind striking a good deal at MCA’s Pub Conference
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Interviews
Oakberry targets 100 UK locations
UK managing director Jonathan Coxon tells MCA the international açaí brand is focused on securing high footfall, central locations, with an emphasis on primary high streets and shopping centres.
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Events
Innovation and experiential concepts showcased at the Pub Conference
The Devonshire, The Little Door & Co, Buzzworks, Toca Social and TNT Sports will share the USPs that are making pub and bar companies stand out from the crowd
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Analysis & Insight
Delivery and takeaway sales growth above inflation in April
Restaurant groups achieved year-on-year growth of 4.5% in delivery and takeaway, according to CGA by NIQ
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Events
Dynamic women leaders discuss diversity and inclusion at the Pub Conference
Former Greene King MD Karen Bosher will host a panel including BrewDog, ETM, Fuller’s and Wells & Co to ask what the future looks like for greater inclusivity in pub sector leadership
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Analysis & Insight
Chicken and Chinese cuisine among London’s favourite takeaways
There has been an increase in demand for Caribbean, Turkish, Japanese and African cuisines across the capital, according to data from Just Eat
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News
Pret A Manger signs ten-year deal for Canada expansion
The UK-based food-to-go business has signed a developement agreement with restaurant chain A&W, following a two-year trial period
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Interviews
Applebee's ‘very excited’ about UK market
Dine Brands, the US-based IHOP and Applebee’s operator, has prioritised the UK as a key market and is seeking multi-unit operators, Enrique Kaufer, VP, international franchise development tells MCA
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News
Kaspa’s Desserts continues expansion with new UK flagship
The dessert brand is opening a new site in Southport, alongside its first branch in Marrakesh, Morocco, and two more sites to open in Rabat and Casablanca by the end of 2024
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Analysis & Insight
Chef becomes most common occupation on UK skilled worker visas
Home Office data shows 6,203 chefs were granted skilled worker visas in the year to March 2024, a 54% rise on the previous year
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News
Bear launches crowdfunding campaign
The Midlands-based coffee and lifestyle brand is targeting £2 million to support its national expansion after securing investment from Clark Group last year
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News
Costa to launch robotic coffee kiosk
The UK-based brand will partner with US hospitality group Delaware North to launch its new Costa Coffee Creations concept at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Texas
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Interviews
Topgolf builds UK pipeline
The competitive socialising business envisions opening three to four new locations in the UK over the next few years, senior director Michael Angelides tells MCA
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Events
Greene King’s Nick Mackenzie joins Pub Conference line-up
In a keynote fireside chat, Mackenzie will discuss why the pub company’s cultural transformation matters to teams and customers, and its plans for long-term sustainable growth.
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News
Openings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, including a new concept from EL&N, Alex Xu’s Kung Fu Burger, Zambrero and more
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News
Slug & Lettuce new summer menu drives value image
The cocktail bar chain is looking to broaden its appeal with a range of dining options, including a dinner date offer for £23pp and a Bottomless Brunch menu available into the evening