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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Jun- 2024 -20 JuneNews
The Macallan to launch new dining experience in Scotland
Single malt Scotch whisky brand The Macallan is collaborating with Spanish restaurant El Celler de Can Roca to launch a new permanent dining experience, TimeSpirit, at The Macallan Estate this summer. The Macallan and El Celler De Can Roca’s collaboration, TimeSpirit, will be the Spanish restaurant’s first dining concept outside…
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17 JuneFood and Drink
NTIA appoints new INA vice president
The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) has announced the appointment of Michael Kill as the new vice president of the International Nightlife Association (INA). According to NTIA, Kill, with his “extensive” experience and “unwavering dedication” to the nightlife industry, brings a “wealth of knowledge and a visionary approach to his…
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17 JuneFeatures
A culinary director’s trends and trials in event catering
Tell us a bit about your background and experience, and what inspired you to become a chef? My passion for cooking started at a young age. Coming from a large family with five brothers, my parents worked long hours, so my nan often spent time in the kitchen preparing meals…
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10 JuneNews
Greggs to open new production and logistics facility
Greggs has announced it has entered into a lease agreement for a new state-of-the-art frozen production and logistics facility in Derby, Derbyshire. Greggs’ strategic growth plan, announced in 2021, set out ambitious expansion targets requiring investment in significant supply chain capacity. At 12 May 2024, Greggs had 2,500 shops trading…
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5 JuneFood and Drink
The Savoy to close Thames Foyer ahead of renovation
The Savoy has announced that it is closing bookings for the Thames Foyer ahead of a planned refurbishment. The hotel has closed bookings from Thursday 22 August 2024 and will reopen a new food and beverage concept in November this year. The new refurbished establishment will have an entirely new…
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May- 2024 -1 MayCatering Companies
Compass Group completes CH&CO acquisition
Compass Group UK and Ireland has announced that it has completed the deal to acquire catering company, CH&CO. The acquisition sees CH&CO’s portfolio of brands, which include Gather and Gather, Vacherin and Company of Cooks, join Compass’ group of companies, resulting in a broad client proposition. CH&CO has operations covering…
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1 MayRestaurants
Rhubarb Hospitality Collection refurbs Fenchurch Restaurant
Rhubarb Hospitality Collection (RHC) has announced that it has refurbished its Fenchurch Restaurant, located on the 37th floor of the Sky Garden building. The interiors have been reimagined to reflect head chef Kerth Gumb’s Caribbean roots and “playful approach” to fine dining. Alongside tropical-themed accents, pops of colour and botanical…
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1 MayBreweries and Distilleries
Greene King to invest £40m in new brewery
Greene King has announced that it will invest £40m in developing a new state-of-the-art brewery in Bury St Edmunds. The investment into a new custom-built facility builds on the company’s 200-year history of brewing in Bury St Edmunds since its founding in 1799. The proposed new brewery forms a key…
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Apr- 2024 -26 AprilNews
Loungers revenues jump 24.7% to £353.5m in FY24
Loungers revenues were up 24.7% to £353.5m during the 53 weeks ended 21 April 2024. Excluding the benefit of the 53rd week total sales were up 22.2%. This sales performance reflects both continuing “strong” like-for-like sales growth (7.5% across the 53 weeks) and the ongoing success of the operator’s new…
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24 AprilFood and Drink
Pret co-founder returns amid board shakeup
Pret a Manger has announced that its co-founder Sinclair Beecham will return to the company in an advisory role as it reshuffles the makeup of its board. Olivier Goudet, who has been chairman since JAB’s acquisition in 2018, will step down and be replaced by his colleague Konrad Meyer. Meyer…
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