News
The News section on Catering Today delivers the latest updates and developments across the UK hospitality and catering industry. Covering restaurants, pubs, quick service brands, and catering groups, it reports on company announcements, market performance, government policy, and sector-wide trends. With a focus on commercial and operational impact, Catering Today’s news coverage keeps hospitality professionals informed of the events and decisions shaping business conditions and strategic opportunities across the sector.
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Oct- 2023 -17 October
Revolution Bars falls to £22.2m loss amid challenging trading
Revolution Bars Group, a leading UK operator of 67 premium bars and 22 gastro pubs, has reported a £22.2m loss before tax in FY23, despite revenues hitting £152.6m, as it faced “very challenging times”. Peach Pubs, which was acquired by the business in October 2022, delivered 14.1% LFL sales in…
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17 October
Six by Nico to open 13th location in Birmingham
The six-course dining experience, Six by Nico, will be opening in Birmingham at 81 Colmore Row on 30 November – its 13th location across the UK and Ireland. The venue will accommodate approximately 72 guests, and will create 60 new jobs for the area. Founded by chef Nico Simeone, Six…
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16 October
Today’s news in brief – 16/10/23
Loungers reported H1 total revenues of £149.6m, marking a 22.3% increase from the previous year. They achieved one-year like-for-like sales growth of 7.7% over the 24 weeks ending 1 October, showing an acceleration from the 5.7% growth reported for the 12 weeks ending 9 July. The company opened 16 new…
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16 October
Creams Cafe appoints new COO
Creams Cafe has announced the appointment of Oliver Rodbard as its new chief operating officer, as the company heads for international expansion. Rodbard brings over 16 years of experience gleaned in the food and hospitality industry within franchise models. He joins Creams Cafe from Soul Foods Group, a global franchisee…
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16 October
Morgan Pub Collective takes on The Gardener’s Arms in Oxford
The Morgan Pub Collective has taken on its sixth pub with Greene King Pub partners, The Gardener’s Arms in Oxford. The pub, located on North Parade, Jericho, has been completely transformed inside and outside by owner Greene King Pub Partners thanks to a £270k investment, giving it a whole new…
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16 October
Dreamland Margate appoints Kerb and Peppermint as F&B partners
Levy UK and Ireland partners, Kerb and Peppermint, have been appointed to take charge of the food and beverage operations at Dreamland Margate, the seaside entertainment and amusement park on the Kent coast. Kerb will support and grow the local traders already working at Dreamland Margate as well as bringing…
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16 October
Loungers revenues hit £149.6m in H1
Loungers, the operator of Lounge, Cosy Club and Brightside brands, has revealed that total revenues for H1 ended 1 October reached £149.6m, an increase of 22.3% on the previous year. This comes as the restaurant operator delivered one year like-for-like sales growth of 7.7% over the 24 weeks to 1…
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13 October
Today’s news in brief – 13/10/23
Brakspear is investing £2m to refurbish two leased and tenanted pubs in partnership with pub companies Little and Large and Friendship and Beer. These agreements exemplify Brakspear’s commitment to its leased and tenanted estate, recognising the value of partnering with talented operators. The agreements are structured as turnover tenancies, aligning…
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13 October
Boswell Arms pub brought to market
The Boswell Arms pub in Auchinleck, Cumnock has been brought to market with a guide price of £395,000. The pub has built an outstanding reputation for its food and drink and has become a popular spot for locals, due to its position next to the busy Auchinleck Talbot football club.…
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13 October
Brakspear invests £2m in L&T estate and tenants
Brakspear is investing £2m in refurbishing two of its leased and tenanted pubs, after signing tenancy agreements with talented growing pub companies Little and Large and Friendship and Beer. Little and Large pub company has signed its second Brakspear pub, The Leicester Arms in Penshurst, near Tonbridge. The growing pub…
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