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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Oct- 2024 -10 OctoberRestaurants
Bagatelle reopens following refurb
Bagatelle London has reopened after closing for a few weeks in the summer for an interior redesign. Sam Baron, head of design and creative direction, was at the helm of the interior design team. Previously he was a consultant for leading brands including Pierre Frey, Dior Maison, Diptyque, Vista Alegre…
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8 OctoberNews
Mildreds Soho announces reopening
London’s vegan restaurant Mildreds has announced its anticipated reopening after a major renovation. The vegan restaurant closed two months ago to completely refurbish the Grade II listed heritage building on Lexington Street, Soho. The new design of the Mildreds townhouse has created more space as well as a second floor…
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7 OctoberPubs and Bars
Stonegate launches Social Pub and Kitchen brand to consumers
Stonegate Group has introduced its new Social Pub and Kitchen brand to consumers, following the refurbishment and rebrand of pubs across England and Scotland. With more than £5m invested into refurbishing its pubs in FY24 and with more to come in FY25, this investment project aims to enhance its managed…
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2 OctoberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 02/10/24
Shepherd Neame’s revenues have hit a “record” £172.3m for the year ended 29 June, following strong performances in London and its tenanted pubs division. It comes as divisional revenues in tenanted pubs grew by 5.1% to £35.6m during the year, with divisional underlying operating profits inching up to £12.8m from…
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2 OctoberFood and Drink
QSRP acquires majority stake in Chopstix
QSRP has announced a strategic investment in Chopstix, acquiring a majority stake in the QSR chain for an undisclosed sum. The partnership is aiming to accelerate growth and innovation for both QSRP and Chopstix across the UK and Europe. The investment aligns with QSRP’s strategy to enlarge and diversify its…
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Sep- 2024 -26 SeptemberPeople
Prezzo appoints former Brewdog CEO to lead recovery plan
Prezzo has reportedly appointed former Brewdog chief executive James Brown as its new CEO, as part of its post-collapse recovery plan, Sky News has reported. Meanwhile, former Prezzo CEO, Dean Challenger, will also rejoin the group as chief financial officer. Having served in a range of leadership roles at Brewdog…
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12 SeptemberPeople
Adnams chairman steps down amid health concerns
Suffolk-based hospitality group Adnams has announced that chairman Jonathan Adnams has stepped down from his role with immediate effect due to health reasons. The news comes after he initially informed members of his possible retirement at the company’s last Annual General Meeting. As a result, the board “unanimously” agreed that…
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10 SeptemberNews
Ekstedt at The Yard appoints new head chef
Ekstedt at The Yard, the Scandinavian open-fire restaurant in Westminster from Swedish Michelin-starred chef Niklas Ekstedt, has appointed Luca Mastrantoni as head chef. Mastrantoni brings more than a decade of experience to the role, hailing from Italy, where he learnt to use “delicate and seasonal” ingredients, before moving to London…
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3 SeptemberPeople
Rhubarb appoints new VP of business development
International hospitality group Rhubarb Hospitality Collection (RHC) has appointed Tom Crocker as vice president of business development. In this role, Crocker will focus on delivering growth across Rhubarb’s key channels including Iconic Venues, Cultural Locations, Business and Industry and Travel Locations. Crocker joins RHC with more than 15 years of…
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Aug- 2024 -27 AugustPubs and Bars
Hydes achieves ‘record’ FY turnover of £39.3m
Brewer and pub chain, Hydes, has reported that its turnover rose £5m to £39.3m for the year ended 31 March. Hydes also saw its overall pre-tax profits rise from £2.3m to £2.6m during the period. The family-owned business has attributed its “record” results to its investment in refurbishments, the opening…
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