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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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Feb- 2025 -17 February
The Cinnamon Kitchen to open first Leeds site
The Cinnamon Collection, led by executive chef and CEO Vivek Singh, is set to open its third Cinnamon Kitchen restaurant and its first in Leeds this May. The 105-cover restaurant and bar is launching in partnership with the Grade II-listed The Queens Hotel in Leeds city centre. The interiors of…
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14 February
Today’s news in brief – 14/02/25
Punch Pubs saw its revenues rise 1.35% in Q1 ended 1 December 2024. It comes as the pub group spent £11m on the acquisition of 18 pubs, as well as a further £10.7m on expansion and maintenance. The group’s three divisions – leased and tenanted, and managed partnership and laine…
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14 February
Applebee’s reopens in Borough Market
Applebee’s has announced the reopening of its Borough Market restaurant following a refresh to celebrate its 25th anniversary. The company stated that the site’s “next era” will be defined through their brand new concept, menu and freshly designed space. The new space has 70 covers, a fresh fish counter upon…
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14 February
The Stable pizzeria opens in Padstow
Pizza and craft cider restaurant group The Stable has today (14 February) opened a new location in Padstow. With restaurants across the South West in Fistral, Plymouth, Bath, Bristol, Cardiff and Bournemouth, amongst other locations, The Stable is known for partnering with South West producers across their menu including a…
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14 February
Sticks′n′Sushi appoints Simon Gaske as chief marketing officer
Sticks′n′Sushi, the 30-strong Danish-Japanese restaurant group with restaurants in the UK, Denmark and Germany, has appointed Simon Gaske as its chief marketing officer. With over 20 years’ in the hospitality industry, Gaske brings his extensive commercial experience to the business and will work closely with CEO Andreas Karlsson as the…
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14 February
Today’s news in brief – 13/02/25
Chopstix has appointed Savills as its advisor to expand its existing portfolio, following a strategic investment in the brand from QSRP in October 2024. The chain plans to focus on high-traffic, prominent, and thriving areas, including high streets, shopping centres and travel hubs – all of which benefit from “substantial”…
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14 February
Punch Pubs Q1 revenues rise to £97.3m
Punch Pubs has reported that its revenues 1.35% to £97.3m in the first quarter ended 1 December 2024. It comes as the pub group spent £11m on the acquisition of 18 pubs, as well as a further £10.7m on expansionary and maintenance capital – which was 39% more than the…
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13 February
AngloThai secures Michelin Star three months after opening
AngloThai, the debut restaurant from husband-and-wife team John and Desiree Chantarasak, in partnership with MJMK Restaurants, has been awarded one Michelin Star in the Michelin Guide Great Britain and Ireland. The achievement comes just three months after AngloThai opened its doors on 11 November 2024 in London’s Marylebone. John’s inspiration…
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13 February
Azotea restaurant unveils menu ahead of March opening in Leeds
New Latin American rooftop restaurant and bar Azotea has unveiled its menu ahead of its opening in Leeds in March. Featuring flavours stretching from the Caribbean coast to the streets of Mexico, Azotea’s dishes promise an “unrivalled dining experience” which blends the colour and variety of Latin American cuisine. From…
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13 February
Chopstix appoints Savills as advisors amid ‘significant’ expansion plans
Chopstix has appointed Savills as the sole advisory agent as it looks to significantly increase its existing 150-strong store portfolio. Following strategic investment in the brand from QSRP in October 2024, Chopstix has set out to accelerate growth across the UK and Europe. The brand plans to focus on high-traffic,…
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