All articles by Hannah Currie – Page 8
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InterviewsNotto 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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InterviewsBread 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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NewsOpenings 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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NewsJKS 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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EventsClive 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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InterviewsOakberry 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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EventsInnovation 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 & InsightDelivery 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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EventsDynamic 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 & InsightChicken 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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NewsPret 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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InterviewsApplebee'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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NewsKaspa’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 & InsightChef 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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NewsBear 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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NewsCosta 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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InterviewsTopgolf 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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EventsGreene 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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NewsOpenings 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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NewsSlug & 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