Ireland
Coverage explores foodservice and hospitality developments across Ireland, with a focus on key markets such as Dublin, Belfast, Cork, and Galway. Reporting includes brand expansion, trading trends, independent operator activity, and cross-border supply chain updates. Content is tailored for UK businesses tracking regional growth, consumer behaviour, and strategic moves by hospitality brands operating in or entering the Irish market.
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Oct- 2018 -3 OctoberAwards & Events
Michelin guide 2019: Welsh restaurant retains star despite plans to return it
The Welsh restaurant that announced it wanted to return its Michelin star rating has retained the accolade according to the Michelin Guide Great Britain and Ireland 2019 Selection. The owners of The Checkers in Montgomery, Wales said they wanted to give back the Michelin star after featuring in the guide…
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Sep- 2018 -25 SeptemberAwards & Events
Bibendum’s Claude Bosi recognised at AA Hospitality Awards
Bibendum chef patron Claude Bosi was among some of the people and establishments acknowledged at AA Hospitality Awards which celebrated its 21st year. The ceremony was held at Grosvenor House in London and hosted by TV presenter Claudia Winkleman. Bosi was given the Chef’s Chef award, chosen by his peers…
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14 SeptemberBeverages
What’s driving growth in the functional beverage industry?
The functional beverage industry is booming. The market is predicted to rise by as much as 12% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) by 2022, with vitamin-infused beverages, probiotic drinks and ‘better for you’ teas enjoying a year-on-year increase in sales; as consumers become increasingly health conscious. In the last few…
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Jul- 2018 -18 JulyBusiness
Sodexo wins 10-year contract with Coventry University
Catering firm Sodexo has won a 10-year, £6m per annum contract with Coventry University to supply catering and hospitality services. From September, the company will take over all the catering, food retail and hospitality services on the university’s campuses in Coventry, London and Scarborough, delivering services to almost 30,000 students…
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2 JulyBeverages
Nestle Professional brings nitrogen-infused coffee to the UK
Nestle Professional has launched a new coffee drink infused with nitrogen – said to give the beverage a smoother taste. Nescafe Azera Nitro is available to bars, pubs and restaurants and can be served from a lightweight tap, producing a ‘settling effect’ caused by the nitrogen as the coffee drink…
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Jun- 2018 -26 JuneAwards & Events
Claudia Winkleman to host AA Hospitality Awards 2018
The AA has announced that TV presenter, radio personality and journalist, Claudia Winkleman will be the host of the 21st annual AA Hospitality Awards on Monday 24 September 2018, at Grosvenor House in London. This year is also the 110th anniversary of the AA Hotel and Hospitality Services. The awards…
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18 JuneGovernment
McDonald’s to remove plastic straws from restaurants
McDonald’s is to remove all plastic straws from its restaurants by 2019, with a transition to paper alternatives due to begin in September. The move has already been trialled in several restaurants with McDonald’s claiming its customers have “reacted positively to the change”. All its restaurants currently keep plastic straws…
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18 JuneBeverages
Novotel brings alcohol-infused ice lollies to its bars
Novotel is launching an exclusive collection of five alcohol-infused ice lollies at its participating bars in the UK. The Summer Coolers range takes inspiration from some of Britain’s top cocktails and it will be the first time that a bespoke range of alcohol-infused ice lollies has been sold in Novotel…
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13 JuneApps & Technology
5,000 restaurants to join Deliveroo as it introduces self delivery
Deliveroo has announced it is to allow restaurants to use their own delivery networks with its the new service ‘Marketplace+’, which will lead to 5,000 more restaurants available on the app by the end of the year. Deliveroo said it expects the new service will improve delivery times, “result in…
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May- 2018 -1 MayPubs and Bars
JD Wetherspoon to avert 11,500 tons of food waste with Veolia UK contract
Environmental solution company Veolia has implemented a new scheme to help JD Wetherspoon reduce food waste the chop and save costs. Veolia has implemented a food and coffee ground recycling scheme that will result in approximately 11,500 tonnes of food waste avoiding landfill and help the pub company reach its…
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