Features
The latest exclusive features, from industry figures and the business journalists at Catering Today. We bring you the latest on whatโs happening in the restaurants, bars and catering industry, with exclusive stories, analysis, best practice and industry comment.
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Feb- 2025 -12 February
Why are American brands taking over the UK QSR market?
The British QSR market has seen an influx of American fast food brands coming into the UK and rapidly expanding. According to data from various sources there are over 6,500 American QSR sites in the UK. This can be best seen in the recent announcement from Popeyes that it is…
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Jan- 2025 -28 January
How will the Scottish budget affect businesses?
On 4 December 2024 first minister John Swinney announced the budget for Scotland for the period of 2025-2026. It followed the announcement of the budget for the rest of the UK by chancellor Rachel Reeves in October. As part of devolution powers introduced under the Tony Blair administration, the Scottish…
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27 January
What can the UK food and drinks industry expect in 2025?
As the UK food and drinks industry braces for 2025, it finds itself at a pivotal point. With a drop in drink sales reported during the first week of January and mounting economic pressures, the sector must navigate shifting consumer behaviours, global trade uncertainties, and transformative trends.ย Yet, amid these…
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14 January
How will businesses deal with increased costs in 2025?
Since chancellor Rachel Reevesโ Autumn Budget those in the hospitality industry have been bracing for a year of increased costs. The question on everyoneโs lips as we enter 2025 is what effect these changes will actually have on the industry and how the industry will go about combatting them. How…
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Dec- 2024 -19 December
The rise of subscriptions in hospitality: are they here to stay?
Subscriptions have transformed how industries connect with their customers. Whether itโs streaming services like Netflix or monthly meal kits like HelloFresh, the model has become synonymous with convenience, value, and loyalty. Now, hospitality businesses are taking notice.ย In an environment still recovering from pandemic-induced disruptions and grappling with shifting consumer…
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6 December
Should you have a set menu all year round?
Set menus are very common during the festive season as a way to offer a festive themed menu without having to rip up the a la carte menu. Set menus also allow for careful inventory planning and limit wastage. However, set menus can have benefits to a restaurant all year…
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3 December
Deliverect Acquires Tabesto to Fuel In-Store Sales with Smart Kiosk Technology, Empower Omnichannel Success
Deliverect, a leading global food tech SaaS company, today announced the acquisition of Tabesto, the first all-in-one restaurant and fast-food ordering and payment kiosk. Now, restaurant owners and operators who trust Deliverect to manage and increase their online orders can also transform their in-store service experience with Tabestoโs smart ordering…
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Nov- 2024 -27 November
Key takeaways from HOSPACE 2024
The HOSPACE 2024 conference, hosted by the Hospitality Professionals Association (HOSPA) on 14 November at the Royal Lancaster London, marked a milestone in an unexpectedly positive year for UK hospitality. With record attendance exceeding 600 leaders and innovators, the event delivered critical insights and discussions on the industry’s evolving landscape.ย …
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20 November
A guide to attracting Christmas reservations
Online advertising and social media campaigns Getting into the Christmas spirit isn’t just about decorating your venue, itโs also about decking out your online presence. With almost half of all reservations being processed online last year, customers are increasingly searching online for places to dine, and seeking venues that offer…
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11 November
The most prestigious culinary awards: what are they and how to achieve them?
In the world of fine dining, a prestigious award is more than a badge of honour โ itโs an affirmation of culinary excellence, innovation, and dedication to the craft. This is why for many restaurants and chefs, achieving recognition from an esteemed guide or award body is the ultimate career…
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