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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Feb- 2025 -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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13 February
Compass Group revenues rise 9.2% in Q1
Compass Group has revealed that its revenues rose by 9.2% in the first quarter ended 31 December 2024, as all of the global caterer’s regions and sectors performed well. Organic growth drivers were also in line with the group’s expectations, with net new business supported by “strong” client retention, and…
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12 February
Today’s news in brief – 12/02/25
Northern hospitality has outperformed its southern counterparts in 2024, according to the latest data from NRB and CGA by NielsenIQ, as the north of England recorded a modest growth of 0.1% in licensed venues while the south experienced a slight decrease of -0.2%. Northern cities have outperformed in both site…
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12 February
Market Halls Paddington to open in March
Market Halls has announced that it is set to launch its latest venture in Paddington on 3 March 2025. Spanning 11,000 square feet, Market Halls Paddington will feature eight food traders, two bars, an outdoor terrace, and communal seating for up to 355 guests inside and 130 outside. Ahead of…
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12 February
Northern hospitality outperforms south in 2024, NRB finds
The north of England has recorded a modest growth of 0.1% in licensed hospitality venues, while the south experienced a slight decrease of -0.2% in 2024, according to the latest data from Northern Restaurant and Bar (NRB) and CGA by NielsenIQ. Having tracked a wide range of pubs, bars, restaurants…
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12 February
Cafe Linea to open in Chelsea this summer
Cafe Linea, a new neighbourhood restaurant, bar and bakery, is set to open early summer in the Grade-II listed 19th Century arcade overlooking Duke of York Square, offering all-day dining in Chelsea. Founded by husband-and-wife duo Greg and Felicity Godik, Cafe Linea reimagines the classic arcade dining experience from across…
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