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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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Oct- 2024 -16 October
Plant Based World Expo Europe to open at ExCeL London in November
Plant Based World Expo Europe has revealed it will be opening at ExCeL London between 13 and 14 November 2024 to display a full breadth of innovation and trends in the plant-based sector. This two-day event for the F&B industry will feature an international exhibition with over 100 exhibitors and…
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16 October
Hospitality business rates to hit £914m, UKH warns
September’s CPI inflation data will cause an additional £48m increase to business rates meaning the overall bill, set for April, will likely hit £914m, according to UKHospitality. As a result of this the trade body is calling on the chancellor to introduce a lower, permanent and universal multiplier for hospitality.…
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16 October
Just Eat orders drop across all markets in Q3
Just Eat has seen a drop in orders across all its markets in Q3 but has maintained its full year guidance. The food delivery company reported that its Gross Transaction Value (GTV) fell by 3% to €6.3bn (£5.2bn) in the quarter, down from €6.5bn (£5.4bn) in Q3 2023. Excluding North…
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16 October
Starbucks acquires 23.5 Degrees
Starbucks has announced its acquisition of franchise group 23.5 Degrees in the UK earlier this week for an undisclosed amount. This deal will bring on board the largest Starbucks-licensed business partner in the market, encompassing approximately 113 stores and 1,650 employees. According to the coffee chain, the deal will further…
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16 October
Heron and Brearley Group appoints ex-Liberation CEO as chairman
Isle of Man-based hospitality group Heron and Brearley Group has announced the appointment of Mark Crowther, former chief executive of the Liberation Group, as chairman. Crowther, who has worked for 11 years as Liberation Group’s CEO, brings over 30 years’ food, drink, and hospitality experience to the Manx business. He…
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15 October
Today’s news in brief – 15/10/24
Papa Johns’ UK arm has reported that pre-tax losses widened to £18.5m in FY23 from a previous loss of £2.9m in 2022. The group saw its turnover rise slightly from £95.1m to £95.9m during 2023 in the UK. It comes after the group revealed earlier in March 2024 that it…
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15 October
The Nursery Inn pub in Stockport reopens after £250k refurb
Hydes Brewery has reopened the doors of its Stockport pub, The Nursery Inn, following a £250k refurbishment. The refurbishment of the 1939-built pub, a Grade II listed building owned by Salford-based Hydes, includes a full interior overhaul including a respectful redecoration, new furniture and fixtures in keeping with the pub’s…
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15 October
Fourth Kêu site to open in Borough
Vietnamese Kitchen has announced that Kêu’s fourth location in Borough is set to open this November. The new Kêu Borough will introduce an expanded menu featuring a wider variety of noodles and rice dishes, with extended hours to cater for late-night noodle stops. The new venue will bring a fresh…
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15 October
Papa Johns UK losses widen to £18.5m in FY23
Papa Johns’ UK arm has reported a pre-tax loss of £18.5m for the year ended 31 December 2023, which widened from a previous loss of £2.9m in 2022. According to the group’s filings with Companies House, Papa Johns in the UK saw its turnover rise slightly from £95.1m to £95.9m…
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15 October
Pizza Pilgrims to open new Chelsea site
Pizza Pilgrims is set to open its new location in Chelsea on 18 November 2024. The new 2,200 sq. ft. pizzeria is designed to feel like a beach bar straight out of the “sun-drenched” island of Capri. The ground floor, with space for 40 guests features ornate tiles and striped…
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