Liverpool

Coverage highlights foodservice and hospitality developments across one of the UK’s most culturally vibrant cities, with reporting focused on areas such as the Baltic Triangle, Ropewalks, Castle Street, and the Albert Dock. Topics include restaurant and bar openings, independent brand growth, regional investment, tourism-driven trade, and evolving consumer trends — offering valuable insights for operators and suppliers tracking urban growth and opportunity in the North West.

  • Sep- 2024 -
    27 September
    NewsToday’s news in brief – 27/09/24

    Today’s news in brief – 27/09/24

    Chick-fil-A will be expanding in the UK, targeting sites in London, Leeds, Liverpool and Belfast. The brand has stated that it is “in the process of selecting operators” for the four cities and hopes to open a total of five restaurants in the next two years. The plan comes just…

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  • 27 September
    Food and DrinkChick-fil-A targets UK expansion

    Chick-fil-A targets UK expansion

    Atlanta-based fast food restaurant Chick-fil-A has announced that it is targeting sites in London, Leeds, Liverpool and Belfast as it looks to expand into the UK market. The brand has stated that it is “in the process of selecting operators” for the four cities and hopes to open a total…

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  • 5 September
    NewsBoxpark to relaunch Camden Buck Street Market in September

    Boxpark to relaunch Camden Buck Street Market in September

    Boxpark has confirmed it has begun refurbishment of its newest venture Camden’s Buck Street Market which will open in late September. In anticipation of the reopening, Boxpark has also announced it has secured a licence to operate the three-floor market that will include 60 independent food and retail traders alongside…

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  • Jul- 2024 -
    29 July
    NewsToday’s news in brief – 29/07/24

    Today’s news in brief – 29/07/24

    The Brighton Pier Group’s H1 saw sales drop across the board due to bad weather that had impacted sales at the Pier, Lightwater Valley Family Adventure Park, Paradise Island Adventure Golf and its bars. Despite a warm and sunny spell in the last week, the group now anticipates full-year sales…

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  • 29 July
    Pubs and BarsBe At One to launch second Liverpool site following £800k investment

    Be At One to launch second Liverpool site following £800k investment

    Cocktail bar Be At One is set to open its second Liverpool location, situated on North John Street on 2 August. Renowned for its ice-throwing, light swinging, and napkin-tossing antics, Be At One has invested £800,000 into its second Liverpool location. The new site will accommodate up to 300 guests…

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  • 22 July
    NewsToday’s news in brief – 22/07/24

    Today’s news in brief – 22/07/24

    England’s Euros semi-final saw drinks sales rise 75% on 10 July, according to CGA. However, this came at a cost as customers saved their money for the final, meaning the total drinks sales across the week to 13 July were 0.6% behind the same period in 2023. Sales were down…

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  • 22 July
    Food and DrinkBoxpark to close Shoreditch site

    Boxpark to close Shoreditch site

    Boxpark has confirmed that it is set to close its East London site in Shoreditch by the end of this summer, after opening in October 2011 as a ‘meanwhile use’ scheme.  The closure comes as Boxpark gears up for two new site openings later this year in Camden Town and…

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  • 19 July
    Pubs and BarsArc Inspirations sales double amid Euros turnout

    Arc Inspirations sales double amid Euros turnout

    Arc Inspirations, the operator of Box bars, Banyan and Manahatta, has reported that total sales doubled, with like-for-like sales rising 79%, during the seven days up to the Euros final. On the seven days that England played – including the match against Spain in the final – the five Box-branded…

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  • Jun- 2024 -
    24 June
    Food and DrinkMarket Halls FY revenues jump 155% to £22m

    Market Halls FY revenues jump 155% to £22m

    Food hall operator Market Halls has reported a “remarkable” 155% rise in revenues to £22m in the 12-month period to July 2023, which will set the stage for its plans to open more food halls across the country.  At the same time, the Gees Court-backed company has secured a prime…

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  • 20 June
    RestaurantsEastway Brasserie appoints new head chef

    Eastway Brasserie appoints new head chef

    Eastway Brasserie has announced the appointment of Pedro Costa as its new head chef. Costa brings over 20 years of culinary experience and having worked in some of the most prestigious establishments. Some of his past experience includes working with the ETM Group and the exclusive Soho House. Originally from…

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