Today’s news in brief – 15/10/24
Papa John’s UK has reported a pre-tax loss of £18.5 million for FY23, an increase from a loss of £2.9 million in 2022. The group's turnover slightly rose from £95.1…
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Hairy Biker Si King announces opening of his new ‘PROPA!’ restaurant
Celebrity TV chef Si King, known for his appearances on the Hairy Bikers, has revealed plans to open a new hospitality venture named ‘PROPA!’ at Sheepfolds Stables in Sunderland. This…
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Luxury Lancashire hotel Northcote and Michelin-starred restaurant goes up for sale
Savills is marketing the Ribble Valley property that includes Lisa Goodwin-Allen’s Michelin-starred Northcote restaurant, with…
‘We fear Gaza will be forgotten’: Palestinians despair as focus shifts to Lebanon | Israel-Gaza war
As Israeli bombs rained down on Lebanon, the scenes of destruction and violence felt all…
New York-style bagel concept It’s Bagels to open first West End cafe in London Soho
The opening will mark the group's second location this year and its third overall. It’s…
From Childhood to Senior Years, Strategies for Lifelong Health
And then there is the most dangerous risk of all, the risk of spending your…
Compass One acquires Peabodys Coffee
Compass One, a division of Compass Group UK and Ireland, has acquired Peabodys Coffee, which specializes in providing quality food…
Heston Blumenthal shines light on “worrying” neurodivergent gap in the workplace
Research commissioned by restaurateur and chef Heston Blumenthal OBE, who has been diagnosed with ADHD and bipolar disorder, reveals that…
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Today’s news in brief – 09/10/24
Loungers’ total revenues increased by 19.2% to £178.3 million in the first half of the year, following the opening of…
Briar restaurant opens at Number One Bruton in Somerset
Briar, the inaugural restaurant of chef Sam Lomas, has officially opened at Number One Bruton in Somerset. This venture represents…
Bunsik to open seventh location in Chinatown London
Bunsik is set to open its seventh UK location in Chinatown, London at 31 Wardour Street on 31 October 2024.…
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Farmer J increases turnover and halves losses as it continues to expand
Turnover at the health-focused QSR brand rose to £17.9 million for the 52 weeks ending December 31, 2023, compared to…
Tennessee shootout near university leaves one dead and nine wounded | Tennessee
One person was killed, and nine others were injured in a shootout near a university in Tennessee on Saturday afternoon,…
Birmingham announced as hosts of the 2025 Night Time Economy Summit
The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) has announced that the Night Time Economy Summit 2025 will be held in Birmingham…
TGI Fridays sale to Breal Capital and Calveton confirmed
The recent deal, announced on October 7, confirms that Breal Capital and Calveton have acquired 51 TGI Fridays restaurants, securing…
The Vinery wine bar and restaurant now open at Heathrow
Passengers passing through Heathrow Terminal 2 can now savor a meal or glass of wine at The Vinery, a new…
How to relocate a restaurant and take your regulars with you
Historically, restaurants rarely changed locations, with the ambiance of a dining room considered inseparable from its specific design, the character of its building, and the local area. This made relocating…
Nearly two-thirds of businesses increase prioritisation on food waste efforts
However, only 34% of businesses feel they are effectively managing food waste within their segment. According to the Food Waste Gap Report by Too Good To Go, nearly two-thirds (65%)…
Clapham’s newly-launched South Indian restaurant Tamila to launch second site
Glen Leeson and Prince Durairaj, owners of the acclaimed desi pubs The Tamil Prince and The Tamil Crown in Islington, have yet to reveal the location of their second Tamila…
SSP and Beyond Meat now delivering plant based options to travellers
Beyond Meat is expanding its Beyond Burger® availability to airport and train station bars throughout the UK in partnership with SSP, enhancing plant-based options for travelers. Starting in October 2024,…
Phat Pasty reveals 2024 festive range
The new range is designed to appeal to the free-from market. A UK foodservice supplier known for its pies, pasties, and other snacks has unveiled its festive offerings for 2024,…
Edinburgh restaurant ASKR closes as Dan Ashmore departs Dean Banks Group
Ashmore announced over the weekend that he has stepped down from his role as executive chef of the Dean Banks Group, which supported ASKR, after nearly three years. “The time…
Sodexo name winners in Food of Black Origin competition
Sodexo UK & Ireland has announced the two winners of its inaugural Food of Black Origin Competition. This cooking competition, organized by Sodexo’s Origins employee network in partnership with Sodexo’s…
Hospitality groups see sales rise 1.7% in September
British hospitality groups experienced a 1.7% increase in sales year-on-year in September, as reported by CGA RSM’s latest Hospitality Business Tracker.
5 focus areas for Starbucks to reverse global declining sales
They emphasized the necessity to revise their strategy for the brand’s growth. Brian Niccol, chairman and CEO of Starbucks, identified five crucial areas for Starbucks to concentrate on for future…
McDonald’s UK reports plunge in operating profit
The fast food giant reported a decline in operating profit despite a £238m increase in turnover, primarily due to a £48m investment and intangibles impairment. Inflationary pressures on food, paper,…
200 Just Add Talent pub now open
Star Pubs has launched its 200th Just Add Talent pub, The Hesketh in Cheadle Hulme, near Stockport. Following an 18-month closure and a £350,000 investment, the pub has reopened as…
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