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Analysis of how geopolitical tensions, trade restrictions, and global events tied to Eastern Europe are influencing the UK foodservice landscape. This section covers supply chain disruption, commodity pricing, operational risk, and consumer sentiment, helping restaurant groups, pub operators, caterers, and procurement professionals understand how international developments affect costs, availability, and long-term planning across UK kitchens and venues.
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Aug- 2019 -5 AugustAnalysis
Jamie Oliver’s Restaurant Group – timeline
The collapse of Jamie Oliver’s restaurant chain is arguably one of the biggest developments in the industry in recent times. The company’s fall into administration is synonymous with the challenging times restaurant groups are currently facing, which has seen Byron Burgers approve company voluntary arrangements (CVAs) allowing them to close…
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Feb- 2019 -19 FebruaryBusiness
Suffolk coffee start-up expands to the Middle East
A Bury St Edmunds coffee start-up is tapping into growing demand for British artisanal coffee in the Middle East by opening its first distribution hub in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), with support from the Department for International Trade (DIT). Launched in 2007 from managing director Scott Russell’s car boot,…
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Dec- 2018 -14 DecemberBeverages
Franklin & Sons sees gin sales double due to ‘demand’ for natural ingredients
Independent drinks company Global Brands has seen sales of its premium tonics, mixers and soft drinks range Franklin & Sons more than double on the back of the gin boom as it says customers “demand natural ingredients”. Total value sales of the range increased by more than double in the…
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Jul- 2018 -10 JulyFeatures
The demand of non-alcoholic beer and how it’s set to change in 2018
We are entering an age of moderation. Last year, Britain knocked back a record 18.2 million litres of non-alcoholic beer, while the extra strong beer industry lost £8.9m. The stigma that it’s just for pregnant women, those taking antibiotics and distant relatives at Christmas who need to drive home, is…
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5 JulyBusiness
Pubs on the upturn thanks to warm weather sales boost
Pubs are set to see a resurgence bolstered by the World Cup and warm weather, the BDO Restaurants and Bars report has suggested. Hot weather in May helped boost trade across the UK for pubs, however, the Coffer Peach Business Tracker indicated a decrease in restaurant sales. Overall, pub, restaurant…
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Jun- 2018 -22 JuneRestaurants
‘Insulting’ Burger King ad offered women who get pregnant with World Cup footballers 3m roubles and burgers
Burger King has been forced to apologise after an advert encouraged Russian women to get pregnant with footballers playing at the World Cup, offering them a lifetime supply of Whopper burgers and three million roubles (£36,000). The advert claimed the promotion was to “get the best football genes” and “lay…
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8 JuneAwards & Events
Pub still preferred place for Brits to watch England in World Cup
Research into consumers’ habits towards the World Cup revealed that more than half of British adults plan to watch an England game at a pub, according to research conducted by pub retailer and brewer Greene King. The research, which surveyed nearly 1,000 Brits, showed that of those who will watch…
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