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The latest industry news from the business journalists at Catering Today. We bring you the latest on what’s happening in the restaurants, bars and catering industry, with exclusive stories, analysis, best practice and industry comment.
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Sep- 2025 -16 September
Chuck E. Cheese to make UK debut
US food and entertainment brand Chuck E. Cheese has announced that it is set to make its European and UK debut. The new multi-unit agreement in partnership with a local team will bring the brand’s mix of arcade games, interactive play zones, character, Chuck E. Cheese and his friends, and…
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16 September
Hospitality job losses to hit 111,000 by next budget, UKH finds
UKHospitality (UKH) has projected that 111,000 jobs will have been lost in hospitality by the upcoming budget, which is set to be announced on 26 November. Based on the latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the group said this is “illustrative of the impact these costs have…
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16 September
Punch Pubs reshapes leadership as part of growth strategy
Punch Pubs and Co has announced changes to its leadership team as part of its strategy to drive growth and pursue its goal of becoming a “five-star pub company”. Steve Worrall has been appointed to the newly created role of group projects director. He will establish a project management office…
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16 September
Starbucks UK appoints new marketing director
Starbucks has announced the appointment of Vic Robertson as its new marketing director in the UK, as the cafe chain pursues its “Back to Starbucks” strategy under chief executive Brian. Two of the company’s stated priorities are reestablishing its role as a community coffeehouse and reigniting consumer passion for the…
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15 September
Restaurant takeover deals rise 88% in past year
The number of takeover deals targeting UK restaurant groups has soared by 88% in the past year, according to analysis by law firm TWM Solicitors. It found that the sector witnessed 30 deals in 2024/25, up from 16 in 2023/24, due to a combination of lower interest rates, rising investor…
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15 September
Kimbo UK launches coffee brand La Tazza D’Oro in UK
Kimbo UK has announced that its Italian coffee brand La Tazza D’Oro, is to become available to the UK hospitality and catering sector for the first time. Responding to the growing demand for premium Italian coffee in the UK, Kimbo is partnering with two leading distributors: Divine Food Importers, serving…
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15 September
Farzi launches corporate catering and online delivery services
Farzi, the Michelin-recognised modern Indian restaurant, is expanding its offering in London with the launch of a tiffin box-style corporate catering service and new online delivery options. From today (15 September), the Haymarket site will introduce a Tiffin Delivery Service for offices, students and events in the area. Meals, presented…
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15 September
Stonegate to offload 23 pubs
Stonegate Group has appointed Savills to market 23 of its pubs that are located across England, with the properties available for sale individually or as part of smaller packages. The pubs are let on long leases with rent reviews linked to the Retail Price Index. Locations include the Admiral Macbride…
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12 September
Honi Poke unveils exclusive Deliveroo deal
Fast casual poke brand Honi Poke has announced that it has agreed a deal with Deliveroo to exclusively feature on its delivery platform. Until now, Honi Poke has been available on Deliveroo, Uber Eats and Just Eat but moving forward, Deliveroo will become the brand’s sole delivery partner. By focusing…
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12 September
Marylebone yakitori bar Junsei relaunches as Japanese listening bar
Marylebone restaurant Junsei has reopened following refurbishment with a new identity as one of London’s few Japanese listening bars. The restaurant, which specialises in yakitori – a Japanese dish of bite-sized chicken pieces – will now combine dining with curated vinyl sessions and late-night service, taking inspiration from Tokyo’s after-work…
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