Pubs and Bars
The latest news and updates on pubs and bars, 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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Dec- 2018 -18 December
Record number of Brits to dine out on Christmas Day
The number of British people going to a restaurant or pub for their Christmas Day dinner is due to increase significantly this year, according to an AA survey. According to the AA Populus poll of over 20,000 members, while only 3% usually eat in restaurants for their Christmas dinner, an…
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17 December
Pub and restaurant groups see November sales growth
British pubs and restaurants have seen like-for-like sales rise by 1.5% in November on the same period last year, according to figures by business consultancy group CGA. Both pub and restaurant operators saw positive sales during the month – with collective like-for-likes ahead 2.1% and 0.6% respectively. London outpaced the…
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13 December
The Grahamston opens following £1.2m transformation
The Grahamston, a new restaurant and bar located in the heart of Glasgow city centre, has opened its doors today following a £1.2m transformation. Located within Radisson Blu on Argyle Street, the new dining and drinking experience is inspired by Grahamston, once a bustling village in the heart of the…
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12 December
Almost half of hospitality businesses still require temporary waiting staff for Christmas
New research has found that almost half of hospitality businesses are still looking for temporary waiting staff for the Christmas period. Analysis of Christmas and new year staffing requirements by hospitality recruitment firm, Adia, has revealed that 47% of companies are looking for waiting staff, whilst 19% look for housekeeping…
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12 December
Anglesey’s The Seacroft pub sold to Robinson’s Brewery
The Seacroft pub in Trearddur Bay, Anglesey has been sold to independent family brewer Frederic Robinson Ltd by property specialists Fleurets. The property was previously privately owned, and features a lounge bar and dining area with approximately 120 covers as well as six ensuite letting bedrooms alongside an external terrace…
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12 December
Warwickshire pub for sale amid ‘boycott’ and ‘social media harassment’
The owners of a renowned “foodie haven” in Warwickshire have placed their pub on the market after claiming they have been the targets of a hostile social media campaign. Jacqueline Harding and Steve Allely bought the Grade II listed Fox and Hounds back in 2015 when the Great Wolford pub…
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11 December
Over a third of F&B businesses impacted by plant-based trend
Plant-based food and veganism, the free-from movement and booze-free beverages have been identified as the top three trends which impacted F&B businesses in 2018, according to research by The International Food & Drink Event (IFE). The research, which surveyed professionals in the sector, also revealed that plant-based eating, sustainable packaging,…
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11 December
Greene King’s Rooney Anand appointed chairman of Casual Dining Group
Restaurant operator Casual Dining Group (CDG) has announced the appointment of Rooney Anand as its new chairman effective from December, replacing Martin Robinson who stepped down from his role after four years. Anand has been chief executive officer of pub company Greene King for 14 years and is stepping down…
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10 December
Ossett Brewery sells 50% stake to private investor
National award-winning brewer and pub company operator Ossett Brewery has sold a 50% stake in the group business. It includes Ossett Brewery and its 26 retail sites, including 19 traditional pubs and restaurants, four ale and live music-centric bars trading as The HOP, the recently formed new business of Salt…
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7 December
Derbyshire pub expands offering following funding boost
A pub in Chesterfield, Derbyshire has launched a significant expansion to its offering with the opening of six bed and breakfast rooms, thanks to funding from Enterprise Loans East Midlands. Long time friends Andrew Watterson and Neil Turner, both born and raised in Chesterfield, developed the idea for The Crafty…
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