Innovation
We cover the ideas, technologies, and operational changes driving innovation across the UK foodservice sector. From kitchen automation and AI-driven ordering to new menu formats, digital loyalty schemes, sustainable packaging, and service model evolution, this brings together the developments transforming how restaurants, pubs, bars, cafés, and catering firms do business. Whether you’re looking to boost efficiency, improve guest experience, or stay competitive, we report on practical innovations with real-world application, curated for chefs, operators, F&B executives, and hospitality leaders shaping the future of service.
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Jul- 2025 -16 JulyBusiness
Inn Collection Group named among UK’s top managed private companies
The Inn Collection Group has been recognised as one of the UK’s 10 best managed private businesses in the inaugural UK Best Managed Companies awards. The programme, run by Deloitte Private, highlights high-performing privately owned businesses and family enterprises. Independent judges assessed entrants on strategy, culture and commitment, capabilities and…
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15 JulyFood and Drink
Cake Box EBITDA rises 17% to £8.73m
Cake Box has revealed that its underlying EBITDA increased 17.1% to £8.73m, up from £7.46m, for the year ended 30 March 2025. Alongside this, the company saw a 19% growth in online sales to £19.1m, up from £16.1m in the previous year, following increased investment in digital marketing and e-commerce…
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10 JulyRestaurants
Govt to trial two state subsidised ‘public restaurants’
The UK government has selected two state-subsidised “public restaurants” to be piloted in Dundee and Nottingham as part of a new government-backed initiative to improve access to healthy food for low-income households. The eateries will offer universal access to nutritious, sustainably produced meals in social settings, with a particular focus…
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8 JulyCatering Companies
Buzzworks secures Cynergy Bank funding to support growth plans
Ayrshire-based hospitality group Buzzworks Holdings has secured funding from Cynergy Bank to support its expansion across Scotland. The investment will support the refinancing of existing facilities, a management buyout, and provide capital for future acquisitions. Buzzworks plans to add new bar and restaurant sites, and venues that combine hospitality and…
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3 JulyCatering Companies
Delaware North partners with Sunderland AFC
Hospitality and foodservice company Delaware North has partnered with Sunderland AFC to become the club’s new premium hospitality provider at the Stadium of Light. The long-term agreement marks a new phase in matchday and event services, with Delaware North set to deliver food and beverage offerings across general admission and…
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Jun- 2025 -25 JuneFood and Drink
Oak View Group appoints new senior VP of operations
Oak View Group (OVG) has appointed Simon Hanna as its new senior vice president of operations. Hanna joins the company from Freemans Event Partners where he was COO, bringing over 15 years of experience in global hospitality, live events and venue operations. In his new role he will oversee the…
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20 JuneCatering Companies
Compass increases VCSE spending to £7.4m in 2024
Compass Group UK and Ireland spent £7.4m with voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) in 2024 – a 60% increase on the previous year. The total spend has now reached £16m, moving the group closer to its target of £30m. The group’s procurement arm, Foodbuy Group, launched the Pitch Social…
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18 JuneCafes and Coffee Shops
Ole and Steen turnover rises 5% to £36.7m
Danish bakery Ole and Steen has revealed that its turnover rose 5% to £36.7m for the year ended 31 December 2024, up from £34.8m in the same period the previous year. Alongside this, the company saw its EBITDA rise 25% from £3.93m up to £4.89m during the same period. The…
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13 JuneFood and Drink
NIFDA appoints new board member
The Northern Ireland Food and Drink Association (NIFDA) has appointed Bernie Orr, chief financial officer at SHS Group, to its board. Orr, who has experience in the fast-moving consumer goods sector, was named to the role during NIFDA’s 29th annual general meeting (AGM) at Craigavon Civic Centre on 4 June. …
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10 JunePeople
Cornish Bakery appoints new food innovation head amid record sales
Cornish Bakery has appointed chef and product developer Arnaud Kaziewicz as its head of proposition and product innovation, following a record trading period over the Easter and May Bank Holiday weekends. The appointment comes as the bakery chain reported a 9% increase in like-for-like sales since the start of 2025. …
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