Demand

Simple additions to refresh menus and satisfy the vegetarian market

As the number of vegetarians continues to rise, with 1.14 million Brits following a meat-free diet, so does demand for…

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Don’t lose your head; surviving supply shortages

It’s not often that brands are faced with supply shortages, but this summer is already a one-off. Hot weather and…

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Restaurant CVAs rise by 143% over six months

New research has found the number of restaurants entering a company voluntary agreement (CVA) has increased by 143% over the…

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Avoiding the same old mistakes

The catering world is a turbulent one to say the least. Consumers are changing the way they eat, restaurants are…

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Fine and Country Inns launches second star site

Dining firm Fine and Country Inns has launched its eighth venue in its estate The Masons Arms in Thorpe Hesley,…

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Deliveroo riders awarded ‘six-figure settlement’ in employment rights case

Food delivery app firm Deliveroo has paid compensation to 50 of its riders who said they were denied employment rights,…

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The rise of the delivery-only kitchen

In today’s increasingly competitive restaurant market, delivery presents potential for growth. The lure of increased brand awareness and extended the…

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Hummus Brothers goes into administration

Mediterranean eatery chain Hummus Brothers has confirmed that it has gone into administration. The group has six sites all based…

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Star Pubs & Bars launch ‘free-from’ menu

Star Pubs & Bars is launching a ‘free-from’ menu for its licensees to help cater for increased customer demand. The…

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Coca-Cola pauses production due to CO2 shortage

A UK shortage of CO2 gas has led to Coca-Cola and several beer producers temporarily pausing production at two of…

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