Grab and Go
Focused coverage on the evolving landscape of quick-service, high-footfall food and drink designed for speed, convenience, and operational efficiency. This section explores menu trends, packaging innovation, delivery integration, site formats, and F&B strategies driving success in transport hubs, city centres, and retail-led locations. Ideal for operators, developers, and brand leaders looking to optimise throughput, margin, and experience in the competitive convenience segment of UK foodservice.
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Mar- 2025 -17 MarchRestaurants
Sandwich Sandwich appoints Paul Hanna as new COO
Sandwich Sandwich has announced the appointment of Paul Hanna as its new chief operating officer (COO). In his new role, Hanna will work closely with Nick Kleiner, owner of Sandwich Sandwich and the board on setting and driving the organisational vision and operational strategy for Sandwich Sandwich’s expansion plans. He…
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11 MarchFeatures
How will the new allergen guidance affect businesses?
Last week the Food Standards Agency (FSA) unveiled new best practice industry guidance on providing allergen information to consumers with food hypersensitivities. This will undoubtedly have an effect on hospitality businesses, especially coming at a time when so much else is changing in regards to costs. So what is the…
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Nov- 2024 -29 NovemberNews
Pizza Express launches new grab and go concept in Southampton
Pizza Express has announced the launch of its Pizza Express Pod, located at Tesco Extra in Southampton. Positioned outside Tesco Extra’s main entrance, the Pizza Express pod allows customers to order and collect when on the move, ordering their meal from an open kitchen and collection window. Tesco Clubcard members…
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4 NovemberCafes and Coffee Shops
Chaiiwala opens new site at Birmingham Airport
Chaiiwala has officially opened a new cafe location at Birmingham Airport. The new site will offer signature products from drinks such as Karak Chai, Karak Coffee to food such as English-ish Breakfast, Masala Chips and Samosas whether they order at the till, or in advance via their phone. The Chaiiwala…
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Sep- 2024 -10 SeptemberFeatures
Extra covers: The technology driving Freeman’s new Lord’s Food Village
Freeman’s Event Partners has just put the finishing touches on a brand new Food Village at Lord’s Cricket Ground. For the company which is accustomed to catering large events and sports stadiums this is a big step forward with a permanent venue. The way the Village has been constructed can…
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Jan- 2024 -25 JanuaryRestaurants
SushiDog secures £800k investment for London openings
Quick service restaurant chain SushiDog has secured an investment of £800k from Middleton Enterprises to fuel the opening of four new sites in London. The news marks the second funding round into SushiDog, as Middleton Enterprises invested £612k into the business in April 2023. SushiDog’s ‘grab and go’ model offers…
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Aug- 2023 -4 AugustRestaurants
Compton Verney restaurant reopens after refurb
Compton Verney art gallery has revamped and reopened its restaurant following a refresh led by architectural interior design firm Sculpt. Previously a more functional ‘grab and go’ style café, the new look aims to reflect the evolved multiple course dining offer. The design is inspired by Compton Verney’s art collection,…
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Apr- 2023 -26 AprilFeatures
The Shaftesbury Theatre’s foray into meetings and events
Can you tell us about your career leading up to your time at the Shaftesbury Theatre? I started in the events industry back in 2013, working for a London-based staffing agency that was looking for waiters and bar staff for various venues. I signed up to support my studies while…
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Mar- 2023 -6 MarchPeople
Mollie’s appoints Dan Gover as group innovation and development chef
Mollie’s motel and diners, has appointed Dan Gover as group innovation and development chef following the launch of its Manchester-based site in late 2023. Gover plans to assist with the brand’s creative F&B development. He started his hospitality career as a head chef at the White Horse Hotel in Romsey…
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Aug- 2022 -9 AugustRestaurants
Elior signs deal with Tennent Breweries
Contract caterer Elior has secured a deal with Tennent Caledonian Breweries to provide staff catering at its Wellpark brewery in Glasgow. The three-year contract will see Elior provide an all-day service in the brewery’s canteen, for up to 375 staff, comprising breakfast and a lunch offer which includes a deli…
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