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Innovation
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Analysis & InsightMCA introduces: Dave’s Hot Chicken
Dave’s launched in London on 7 December and “has massively exceeded expectations” ever since, fuelled by social media fame and a reputation for incredible chicken - with a serious kick. MCA visits the brand’s debut site on Shaftesbury Avenue
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Analysis & InsightA taste tour through London’s Bermondsey
From established concepts like Bleecker and Pizza Pilgrims to emerging innovators like The Untitled Sandwich Shop, Lumina Intelligence’s Q4 concept tour showcased indulgence, experiential dining, and all-day and multifunctional concepts
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Analysis & InsightFresh twists on festive feasting
MCA looks at the restaurant groups breaking the shackles to introduce their own takes on holiday dining, incorporating British traditions with flavours from afar
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Analysis & InsightViral food trends – it’s mostly a question of opportunity
From viral pistachio milk chocolate bars, to Irish-Chinese spice bags, the drivers of social media success can be tricky to unpick, but there are often learnings to take away, Tom Gatehouse of Egg Soldiers suggests
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Weekend PressPeople demand more’: office Christmas parties pivot from alcohol to activities
Escape rooms, murder mystery experiences and crazy golf are replacing traditional boozy lunches, The Guardian reports
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Analysis & InsightLeon’s festive offer takes note from seasons past
Head of food Erica Molyneaux tells MCA the brand has learned from unexpected hits and misses over the years, and is now staying true to its mission of nutritious, convenient, fast food
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NewsGusto’s subscription scheme driving significant cover growth
There is no such thing as a truly loyal customer in casual dining, with the Italian restaurant group instead focusing on a driving a transactional relationship, CEO Matt Snell tells MCA’s Restaurant Conference
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NewsFestive innovation from Leon and Taco Bell
Leon is introducing a new Christmas Cracker wrap and Praline Dream drinks range, while Taco Bell is taking on the festive sandwich market with a twist on a classic burrito
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Analysis & InsightPret unwraps festive menu
The Christmas Lunch Sandwich makes a comeback, while cheesy, hearty, and indulgent options lead the way on the innovation front
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Analysis & InsightQSR giants launch first ever festive menus
Popeyes and Papa Johns debut Christmas menu revamps for the first time, while food-to-go chains like Black Sheep Coffee and Ole & Steen offer fresh twists to festive favourites
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Analysis & InsightFestive menus offer comfort and indulgence
Customers will see the return of familiar festive flavours, such as gingerbread, brie, and cranberry, while fresh options like profiterole cheesecake and black forest frappe lead on innovation. MCA rounds up the first wave of Christmas menus from Starbucks, Costa, Caffe Nero and Orée
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NewsCreams launches savoury range
The savoury pancake ’hot pockets’ are aimed at giving franchise partners a broader audience and the ability to exploit a new daypart
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Analysis & Insight‘TikTok to table’: viral food trends top delivery rankings
Deliveroo’s 100 Report shows viral titems such as smash burgers, filling-packed sandwiches, Irish spice bags and cucumber among its global top ten most-ordered list
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Analysis & InsightFire & Dine – What’s next from those burning it all down?
Egg Soldiers’ Tom Gatehouse assesses the trajectory of flame-focused food and suggests the technique can work in perfect harmony with innovators in the plant-forward space
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NewsTurtle Bay unveils biggest ever menu update
The Caribbean-inspired restaurant and bar group said its shareable small plates, hearty mains and vegan-friendly options aim to capture the essence of the islands
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NewsDishoom: ‘Growth is secondary’
Co-founder Shamil Thakrar speaks to MCA about looking across the pond for expansion, overhauling the offer, and why hospitality will always come first
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NewsLucky Voice launches new ‘inclusive’ drinks offering
The new menu, spearheaded by newly appointed head of operations Steve Little, features 18 new cocktails and mocktails, and has been launched in response to growing demand for low and no-alcohol drink options
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NewsRed Engine introduces reimagined menu
The overhaul at Flight Club and Electric Shuffle venues is a move to offer customers something new, and also to deliver a more cohesive offer that increases the speed of service, aligns with current F&B trends, and reduces wastage
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NewsCUPP to launch hot food offering
The Taiwanese bubble tea brand will begin rolling out an Asian-inspired hot food menu across its estate later this month
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Analysis & InsightDishoom’s new menu is a strong mass market offer
Fourteen years since it was founded, Dishoom has a well-earned position as a leader in Indian cuisine in the UK, introducing the British palate to flavours that go beyond the curryhouses of old. As it shifts its influence further to northern India, the offering shows a maturing group favouring comfort and broad appeal over risk-taking