Restaurants
The Restaurants section on Catering Today delivers comprehensive coverage of the UK restaurant industry, from independent operators to national chains. It reports on business performance, openings, acquisitions, and leadership changes, alongside analysis of market trends, menu innovation, and consumer behaviour. With insight into finance, operations, technology, and sustainability, Catering Today provides hospitality professionals with the intelligence and updates shaping commercial strategy across the UK dining landscape.
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Nov- 2024 -12 November
Hull College unveils newly refurbished training restaurant, Bilocca
Hull College has unveiled its newly refurbished training restaurant, Bilocca, with two successful launch events last week. Bilocca will serve as a training ground for talented students from the college’s Catering and Hospitality courses, offering them an opportunity to gain real-world industry experience under the expert guidance of knowledgeable tutors.…
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12 November
Various Eateries group revenues to beat expectations at £50.5m
Various Eateries expects its group revenues to be slightly ahead of market expectation at £50.5m for the full year to 29 September, a rise from £45.5m recorded last year, despite like-for-like sales declining by 1% by year-end. The operator of Coppa Club and Noci revealed that the elevated group revenues…
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11 November
Kin Restaurant to open in Fitzrovia
Reza and Mohammed Malekzadeh, co-founders of the daytime veg-forward Kin Café in Fitzrovia, have acquired Cin Cin restaurant on Foley Street to open a full-service restaurant with an expanded menu. This will be the cousins’ fifth site with Kin Restaurant and Kin Café joining the three-strong Persian restaurants, Naroon, which…
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8 November
Rick Stein Group named in 100 Best Companies to Work For survey
The Rick Stein Group has been named as one of this year’s 100 Best Large Companies To Work For by Best Companies, an independent authority surveying UK workplace culture and employee engagement. News of the family-run business’ accolade comes after the awards evening that was held yesterday (7 November). Ranking…
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8 November
Claro opens at St James’s
Eastern Mediterranean restaurant Claro has opened its doors in St James’s London. The restaurant was founded by a close-knit team of four partners, all long-time friends. Led by chef Shadi Issawy, the London kitchen offers a dining experience that mirrors the “celebrated” culinary approach of their restaurant in Tel Aviv,…
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7 November
Bubbleology continues expansion with Newcastle opening
Bubble tea brand Bubbleology is expanding its presence in the North of England with the opening of its first site in Newcastle. Set to open on 10 November in Eldon Square, the opening marks the brand’s debut in the city as it continues to grow its portfolio of retail sites…
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7 November
Foodservice inflation falls to 2.4% in September
Foodservice price inflation fell to 2.4% in September, the 15th consecutive month of easing, according to data from CGA. However, nine out of ten categories show month-on-month price increases highlighting persistent inflationary pressures. This marks the fourth consecutive month of overall month-on-month inflation. The Vegetables category continues to report high…
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6 November
Domino’s sales hit £374m in Q3
Domino’s has announced that total sales were up 3% to £374.8m during the 13 weeks to 29 September. Total orders in Q3 were also up 3.5% on a comparable basis to 17.4m and up 4.3% on a reported basis. The group said that delivery orders continued their “strong” momentum and…
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6 November
No shows in hospitality reach record high of 14%
The number of consumers not showing up for their reservations in pubs, bars and restaurants is back to a record high, with 14% of guests not honouring reservations or informing venues in advance that they need to cancel, according to new figures from Zonal’s latest GO Technology report, in partnership…
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5 November
The Plough in Binbrook hits the market
The Plough, a pub and restaurant in the village of Binbrook in Lincolnshire, has recently hit the market with an asking price of £295,000. Located in the Lincolnshire Wolds National Landscape, and featuring a roadside position, The Plough is available with vacant possession. The pub offers a large trading area,…
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