All Operators articles – Page 25
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NewsPatisserie Valerie seeks aspirational revamp
Patisserie Valerie is seeking to reposition itself as a more contemporary, aspirational brand with a new store design and blue colour scheme set to be piloted in three London stores, and a proposed new opening in Hammersmith.
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NewsArc Inspirations seeks external investment to double in size
Arc Inspirations has set out its ambitions to double in size over the next five years as it seeks investment for its next stage of growth, chief executive Martin Wolstencroft has told MCA’s Pub Conference.
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NewsFormer Jamie’s ops chef planning portfolio of pubs
Former Jamie Oliver Restaurants operations chef Kanwar Gurmohan has acquired his first pub lease with a view to opening a portfolio of pubs in the home counties.
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NewsPat Val unveils slimmed down summer menu
Patisserie Valerie has unveiled its new slimmed down menu for the summer, which it said refocusses on quality ingredients, creative designs and ethical sourcing.
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NewsBig Mamma considers market model
Big Mamma Group, the operator of Gloria and recently opened Circolo Popolare restaurants, is weighing up a potential food market in London, under a similar model to its Paris-based La Felicità, MCA understands.
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Incipio announces Lost in Brixton
Incipio Group has announced its next site, Lost in Brixton, will open in Brixton Village in July.
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NewsYO! Sushi to merge with US firm sushi firm SnowFox
YO! Sushi has joined forces with one of the US’s largest operators and owners of franchised sushi kiosks in a deal that gives the combined group an enterprise value of $400m.
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Analysis & InsightCrest of a Mexican wave
Californian-based Mexican concept Tocaya Organica has grown to 15 sites in just three years and has plans for nationwide as well international expansion. Kerstin Kuhn speaks with parent company The Madera Group’s president Michael Tanha about what sets Tocaya Organica apart from its competitors, and its plans for investment.
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NewsTD4 reports falling lfls in “transitional” year for the group
TD4 Brands, the parent company that operates Boost Juice Bars and Shake Labs in the UK, has reported a decline in like-for-like (lfls) sales of 2.8% for the full year to 26 September.
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NewsNusa Kitchen launches fundraise for next two sites
Nusa Kitchen, the Singapore-style soup concept, is launching a fresh private fundraise, which aims to raise £500,000-£1m, to fund two new sites, MCA has learnt.
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Analysis & InsightGoing Global: All gone to look for America II
In the second of a two-part column on expansion in the US, Jasper Reid looks at the possibilities for operators in the home of the brave – just don’t forget to swot up on the costs and logistical hurdles you’ll face.
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NewsCharles Wells re-brand to coincide with new HQ
Charles Wells has re-branded to Wells & Co, to coincide with the start of the move to its new HQ in Bedford.
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Badiani heads to Chelsea
Badiani, the Italian gelato brand, is opening its second London store, on 303 Fulham Road, Chelsea.
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AWC Foods launches Pakka Indian
AWC Foods has launched street food concept Pakka Indian in Westfield Stratford City, following a funding package of £150,000 from HSBC UK.
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NewsHospitality sector welcomes government’s launch of Sector Deal for Tourism
The hospitality sector has welcomed the launch of the government’s Sector Deal for Tourism, which will see the sector prioritised and recognised as a key driver of future economic growth and job creation.
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NewsAnalysts corner: Berenberg on TRG
While some key questions remain around whether Wagamama can maintain its positive momentum within The Restaurant Group, analysis of Trip Advisor ratings by Berenberg has found that signs are positive – and that customer perception of Frankie & Benny’s is improving.
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NewsChozen Noodle ditches Carvery Express brand
Chozen Noodle, the CP Foods-owned Asian cuisine specialist, has axed its Carvery Express brand, MCA has learnt.
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NewsThe Breakfast Group lines up two new openings
he Breakfast Group has lined up two new openings which would take its estate to 11 venues, MCA has learnt.
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Consumer trust being undermined by food delivery firms, says FSA
Consumer trust is being undermined by food delivery firms, such a Deliveroo and Just Eat, according to the Food Standards Agency (FSA).
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NewsDum Dum secures further 10 locations for 2019
Dum Dum, the artisan baked donuts company, has revealed a five-year plan that could see it grow to “several hundred” units.