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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- 2020 -12 February
Searcys announces raft of promotions and appointments
Events caterers and restaurateurs Searcys has “strengthened” its team with a number of new appointments and promotions across the business. Allan Heard has been appointed as the group’s new account director, having previously served as general manager at 30 Euston Square. Prior to this, he was head of catering at…
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12 February
Tudor Farmhouse appoints Joseph Williams as new head chef
Gloucestershire-based Tudor Farmhouse has appointed Joseph Williams as its new head chef. Williams specialises in seasonal British cuisine using quality locally-sourced ingredients, and will head up an “experienced” five-strong team at the restaurant. Prior to joining Tudor Farmhouse, Williams gained experience working under two “highly acclaimed” Michelin-starred chefs, Shaun Hill…
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12 February
3 Trends that Will Change the Restaurant Industry in 2020 – What to Know
The restaurant industry in the UK is one that is rapidly changing and where competition is fierce. To survive, some food and beverage businesses have adopted creative measures to continue serving their customers while also preserving their margins. These practices are beginning to see widespread use, and this year, we’ll…
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11 February
Humpit targets 30 sites in five years amid Thorpe Park Leeds opening
Hummus and pita bar Humpit is set to open its 13th site at The Springs at Thorpe Park Leeds. Established as a street food pop-up in July 2014 the brand has since become one of the fastest growing plant-based food companies in the UK. With 12 existing stores from Edinburgh…
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11 February
Blind Tiger Inns announces three new lease sites
North West pub company Blind Tiger Inns has announced it is taking leases on three new pubs with Star Pubs and Bars. The new sites include The Station at Preston, The Victoria at Aigburth and Burnley-based the Park View, taking its estate to 18 leased sites, 17 of which are…
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11 February
Feversham Arms appoints Adam Jackson as exec chef
The Feversham Arms Hotel in Helmsley, York, has appointed Adam Jackson as its new executive chef. The hotel said he brings over 20-years of experience to the role and a “reputation for accolades”. These include a Michelin star as head chef at The Black Swan, Oldstead, three rosettes as executive…
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10 February
HMRC yields £16 from small businesses for every £1 spent on staff
HMRC’s investigations into individuals and small businesses produced a yield of approximately £16 for every £1 spent on staff last year, according to research by international law firm Pinsent Masons. The firm said the “huge” return on investment in staff outweighs returns seen by other private sector businesses. Whilst HMRC’s…
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10 February
Rockfish appoints new head of communications
Seafood restaurant group Rockfish has appointed Laura Cowan as its new head of communications to the executive board. Cowan has worked for the group’s founder, Mitch Tonks, for 20 years at Rockfish. She previously worked at FishWorks, and brings with her “considerable knowledge and experience” of the business to the…
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10 February
Dry January drives low and no-alcohol sales increase at Greene King
Managed pub company and brewer, Greene King, has announced year-on-year sales of low and no-alcohol drinks were up 58% across its managed estate in January. Heineken 0.0% and Peroni Libera accounted for more than 50% of all low and no-alcohol sales overall, with year-on-year growth also driven by the new…
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10 February
Maison Francois to open in St James
Maison François, a brasserie and wine bar in the heart of St James, London, has announced it is set to open in spring 2020 and will be headed by former Masterchef star Matthew Ryle. Founded by François O’Neill, Ryle will also be joined by Ed Wyand who will head up…
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