All Wahaca articles
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Interviews
JKS: Diversity can’t be a tick box exercise
There needs to be a belief in the benefits of a more diverse workforce if businesses are to make meaningful progress, JKS Restaurants’ co-founder Sunaina Sethi says
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News
Wahaca: ‘The market for Mexican cuisine will continue to evolve’
CEO Mark Selby speaks to MCA about returning to the expansion trail for the first time since 2018, refining the brand for a more elevated experience, and Wahaca’s status as a ’premium casual’ operator leading the Mexican category
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News
Wahaca reports strong performance in face of headwinds
The group reported turnover of £39.7m as it returns to the expansion trail this month, with the opening of its 14th site in London’s Paddington Square
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News
Covid debt is haunting restaurant chains — but Wahaca has a lifeline
Repayments are bearing down on the Mexican chain and another London favourite, The Breakfast Club
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Wahaca returns to expansion trail
The Mexican-inspired group will open its 14th restaurant and first since 2018 in London’s Paddington Square in April 2024
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Analysis & Insight
Cracking down on carbon claims
From greenwashing to greenhushing, could increased scrutiny of carbon claims halt progress on sustainability in the sector and how can businesses avoid falling foul of the rules? MCA explores the issue
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News
Wahaca focused on recovering restaurant volumes
The Mexican restaurant group recorded net profit before tax of £3m in the year to 26 June 2022 and said love for the brand remained strong.
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News
Energy suppliers undermining benefits of Energy Bill Relief Scheme
Some hospitality businesses have received quotes for fixed electricity contracts way above the wholesale price, UKHospitality claims
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News
Wahaca planning ‘measured expansion’
Wahaca is beginning a ‘measured expansion programme’ in London, targeting openings in key locations such as King’s Cross, Victoria and several London suburbs.
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News
Wahaca has ‘solid platform to grow’
The Mexican-inspired restaurant group reported adjusted operating profit of £2.2m in 2021
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Interviews
Wahaca: ‘Sustainability is in our DNA’
In the latest in a series profiling the nominees of our new Sustainability category at the Retailers’ Retailer Awards, MCA speaks to Wahaca about how it’s aiming to continually raise the bar on the environment
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News
‘Brand love remains strong’ at Wahaca
Despite a difficult year, Wahaca believes that the brand’s focus on sustainabilty, quality and value gives it a competitive edge and puts it in a strong position relative to its peers.
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Analysis & Insight
Wahaca’s journey to Nando’s stablemate
The acquisition of Wahaca by the owners of Nando’s gives a much-needed injection of equity to a brand that has experienced more than its fair share of turmoil over its 13 years.
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News
Wahaca to write off £25m in restructure
Wahaca is to write off £25m of debt as part of financial restructuring, Sky News reports.
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News
Wahaca to shutter a third of estate
Wahaca is set to close a third of its estate in a bid to secure its future beyond the coronavirus crisis.
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News
Boparan poised to take over Carluccio’s
Boparan Restaurant Group is poised to buy Carluccio’s out of administration, Sky News reports.
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News
Wahaca appoints PwC to explore finance options
Wahaca has appointed advisors at PwC to review its finances, Sky News reports.
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News
Downey’s nine-month rent free proposal backed by industry leaders
Jonathan Downey’s nine-month rent time out proposal will be put to Government this week, backed by a number of industry leaders.
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News
Selby: ‘Nine-month rent-free period is imperative’
Wahaca CEO Mark Selby has told MCA that without a nine-month rent and interest moratorium on commercial property, many operators will be unable to start up again when lockdown comes to an end.
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News
Wagamama launches cook-at-home video series
Wagamama has become the latest operator to launch its own cooking lesson video series to reach out to consumers in the closure period.