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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Sep- 2020 -3 September
Naveen Handa acquires East Coast Concepts out of administration
An investment group led by Naveen Handa of leisure company The Cairn Group has acquired restaurant and bar group East Coast Concepts out of administration. The Manchester-based restaurant and bar group, which operates the Neighbourhood and Victors brands, has five sites across the UK, including Hale, Alderley Edge, Liverpool, Leeds…
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3 September
North East pub company expands its portfolio
A North East hospitality company is expanding its portfolio of restaurants and pubs in the region. The Northumberland Pub Co, which owns The Blackbird in Ponteland, has acquired The Northumberland Arms, based in Felton. The group has spent over £70,000 on refurbishments and renovations to update the former coaching inn…
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3 September
Avanti West Coast launches ‘at-seat order’ catering service
UK train operating company Avanti West Coast has introduced a new service which allows food and drink delivered to customers in their seats. The group said that whilst customers in first class have always enjoyed being served at their seat, trials are currently taking place on selected Pendolino trains which…
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3 September
Hospitality Action launches second phase of ‘Invisible Chips’ campaign
Hospitality Action has announced the launch of the second phase of its Invisible Chips campaign, with new backing from chef Heston Blumenthal. The second phase follows the initial launch of the campaign, which was unveiled last July and backed by Fred Sirieux. The ‘Invisible Chips’ campaign allows customers to show…
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2 September
EOTHO scheme boosts restaurant spending by 34%
The UK Government’s ‘Eat Out to Help Out’ (EOTHO) scheme saw diners spend 34.2% more at restaurants and fast food outlets on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays in August than they did in July. This is according to new data from Barclaycard, which showcased the “success” of the Government scheme. In…
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2 September
Dominos announces board and CFO appointments
Dominos has announced that Natalia Barsegiyan and Lynn Fordham will join its board as independent non-executive directors, with effect from 16 September 2020. In addition, the pizza chain announced that Neil Smith, the current interim CFO, has been appointed as permanent CFO. Following their appointment, Barsegiyan and Fordham will be…
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2 September
Hospitality leaders call on government to help boost London footfall
Business leaders in the hospitality sector operating in London are calling on the government to help boost footfall in the capital. Over 90 hospitality business owners, experts and representatives signed a letter requesting that Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Mayor of London Sadiq Khan deliver a coordinated campaign to support…
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1 September
Rick Stein Marlborough restaurant to reopen on 4 September
The Rick Stein restaurant in Marlborough will reopen its doors on Friday 4 September. The Wiltshire venue was previously marked for closure due to Covid related cuts, however after a rent reduction from the landlord the decision has been reversed. The Stein family said they are “excited” to welcome guests…
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1 September
Michael Caines unveils Harbourside Refuge
Michael Caines has announced The Harbourside Refuge, Restaurant and Bar has opened for a soft launch after having acquired the site in July. The Harbourside Refuge will offer a “relaxed” dining experience inspired by its sea-side setting and will serve breakfast, lunch and dinner between Wednesday and Sunday. The Harbourside…
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1 September
Vanilla Black announces closure
Vanilla Black, a vegan and vegetarian restaurant based in Holborn, will not reopen following the Covid-19 pandemic. The restaurant, known for its gourmet vegetarian cuisine and art-deco inspired dining room, held two AA rosettes and was listed in the Michelin guide. Co-owners Andrew Dargue and Donna Conroy, who founded the…
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