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Stay ahead with curated reporting on new restaurant, pub, bar, café, and catering openings across the UK. This highlights the latest venue launches, from independents to multi-site operators, and offers behind-the-scenes insights into concept development, site selection, kitchen design, menu strategy, and operational planning. Whether you’re tracking competitors, scouting for inspiration, or evaluating expansion trends, this coverage helps hospitality professionals understand where investment is going and how new openings are shaping the foodservice landscape. Essential reading for chefs, operators, landlords, and F&B executives watching the market evolve.
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Jan- 2025 -14 JanuaryRestaurants
Azzurri Group reduces GHG emissions by 7% in 2024
Azzurri Group, investor in businesses such as ASK Italian, Zizzi and Coco Di Mama, has revealed that it has reduced its GHG emissions by 7% in 2024. During FY24, the company delivered a strong financial performance, opening additional restaurants, expanding retail offerings and growing its portfolio with Boojum, Dave’s Hot…
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10 JanuaryNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 10/01/25
The Alchemist has seen its total FY sales surpass £60m for the first time. The bar and restaurant chain ended the year to 31 March 2024 with net assets of £9,930k and cash of £2,956k, while profits after tax amounted to £113k, compared to £2,586k a year prior. However, as…
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10 JanuaryFood and Drink
Lola’s Cupcakes to open in South Kensington
Lola’s has announced the opening of its latest London location in South Kensington, situated at 10 South Kensington Station Arcade. Set to open at the end of January 2025, the South Kensington store is designed as a grab-and-go destination catering to commuters, museum visitors, and residents. The location will also…
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10 JanuaryNews
Burger and Lobster to open new restaurant in Brighton
Burger and Lobster, the nine-strong London-based restaurant group, will be expanding its offering to Brighton in February 2025, marking its first new UK opening in eight years. The restaurant group, known for bringing together lobster and burgers at affordable prices, has secured a prime location in The Lanes at 15…
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10 JanuaryRestaurants
The Alchemist FY sales surpass £60m in company first
Bar and restaurant chain, The Alchemist, has reported that its total sales have passed the £60m mark for the first time in the year ended 31 March 2024. Despite the well-documented challenges that the UK economy continues to face, such as a high inflation rate, The Alchemist believes that the…
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9 JanuaryFood and Drink
Greggs FY sales surpass £2bn mark
Greggs has revealed that it has posted sales of £2.01bn during 2024, for the 52 weeks ended 28 December, the first time the company has passed the £2bn mark. Despite the 11.3% sales increase Greggs warned that it would raise prices further to offset increased employment costs. The company reported…
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9 JanuaryNews
Indian restaurant Oorja to open in London in February
Gobind Chona is set to open its latest restaurant venture Oorja in London in February 2025, offering a new proposition of Indian food. Following the success of his first restaurant Gura Gura, Chona’s latest venture which will be situated on Shaftesbury Avenue, sees guests go on a “food journey” through…
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8 JanuaryNews
Mediterranean-inspired restaurant Willow to open in Mere Green
Mediterranean-inspired dining concept Willow will open its doors in Mere Green, Sutton Coldfield in February. The launch marks a new chapter for Parogon Group’s expansion plans following the launch of the second Willow site in Telford last year. Willow is part of the brand’s portfolio of restaurants and establishments. Founded…
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7 JanuaryRestaurants
West African restaurant Shakara to open in Marylebone
Modern West African restaurant Shakara has announced its opening in Marylebone on 31 January 2024. This first iteration of Shakara provides exclusive private dining with a thoughtfully curated menu of African cuisine and fine mixology. Spanning 6,000 square feet, the space is designed by Red Deer. Inspired by the design…
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Dec- 2024 -20 DecemberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 20/12/24
Drake and Morgan reported that turnover rose 5% to £45.5m for the year to 31 March. Alongside this, the company’s adjusted EBITDA rose to £4.4m, up from £4.1m the previous year. It comes as the company has stated that Christmas bookings are set to eclipse last year’s record across its…
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