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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.

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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Starbucks has announced a major reversal of its store strategy, planning over 2,000 net new…

Nightlife Taskforce report sets out roadmap for London after dark

The London Nightlife Taskforce has proposed 23 recommendations to protect and grow the…

New Year, New Supplier?

Whether it’s pricing, equipment performance or taking advantage of the quiet period to…

Greene King trials AI and new tech under ‘innovation pub’ programme

Greene King is testing new products and digital technology in two of its managed pubs as…

Individual Restaurants sees Xmas sales rise 6% YoY

Individual Restaurants has reported stronger-than-market trading over the 2025 Christmas…

Caprinos reports double-digit sales growth amid strong sales

Caprinos Pizza has reported a 14% rise in like-for-like sales in 2025, outperforming the…

Honi Poke to reposition Island Poké sites after acquisition

Honi Poke is set to convert several Island Poké restaurants into its own stores and…

Wingstop UK&I appoints chief growth officer

Wingstop UK and Ireland has appointed Emma Colquhoun as chief growth officer, creating a new…

Nero Group welcomes ‘record’ half-year sales of £338m

Nero Group has reported a “record” first-half revenue of £338m for the six months to…

A new standard for smart hospitality: real-time menus powered by kitchen data

Apicbase and Bmediagroup have entered into a strategic partnership to help foodservice…
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