Soho
We report on the dynamic foodservice scene in Soho — one of London’s most competitive and trend-defining hospitality districts. This features our coverage of new restaurant and bar launches, concept innovation, chef-led ventures, lease activity, and the operational realities of trading in this densely packed, high-footfall zone. Whether you’re running an independent venue, expanding a brand presence, or benchmarking against Soho’s influential operators, we provide commercial insight into the challenges and opportunities of hospitality in the heart of the capital.
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Sep- 2024 -18 SeptemberRestaurants
Comptoir Group losses widen to £1.7m in H1 despite revenue rise
Comptoir Group, the operator of Comptoir Libanais, Kenza, Shawa and Yalla Yalla, has seen its loss after tax widen from £0.8m to £1.7m in the six-month period to 30 June, despite reporting a revenue rise of 7.4% to £15.9m. Adjusted EBITDA loss before highlighted items also widened to £0.6m from…
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6 SeptemberNews
Today’s news in brief – 06/09/24
The APPG for hospitality and tourism elected Chris Webb MP as its chair yesterday (5 September) at a meeting in Westminster. Damian Hinds, Conservative MP for East Hampshire, Caroline Voaden, Liberal Democrat MP for South Devon, and Daniel Aldridge, Labour MP for Weston-super-Mare, were also elected as vice-chairs. Elior has…
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6 SeptemberNews
Long Chim launches in the UK
Long Chim has announced that it will open its first-ever residency in Soho, London. Located on Rupert Street, Long Chim will take-over the ground floor of Hovarda. The site will be led by David Thompson who left London for his adopted home in Bangkok more than 10 years ago. The…
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Aug- 2024 -21 AugustNews
Today’s news in brief – 21/08/24
Top hospitality group achieved YoY growth of 1.5% in July, spelling a downturn since last month’s reported rate of 2.9%. As July started with the peak of the 2024 Euros, including the quarter, semi-final and final games, Britain’s pubs experienced like-for-like growth of 4.9%. However, this positive LFL growth in…
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21 AugustPeople
The Wolseley Hospitality Group appoints group executive chef
The Wolseley Hospitality Group has promoted Charles Hilton to group executive chef following his eight-year tenure as head chef at Brasserie Zedel.With over 30 years’ experience in professional cooking, Hilton now oversees a team of 200 team members across The Wolseley, The Wolseley City, The Delaunay, Brasserie Zedel, Manzi’s of…
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13 AugustNews
Today’s news in brief – 13/08/24
Nationwide riots have caused a 10% drop in sales as businesses closed and customers stayed away, according to CGA by NIQ. The impact on sales in towns where rumoured protests were planned to take place was as high as 40%, with businesses reporting footfall down by as much as 75%.…
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13 AugustRestaurants
Soho House Q2 revenues rise 5.6% to $305m
Global members club operator, Soho House and Co, has reported that total revenues rose 5.6% year-over-year to $305.1m (£238.5m) for the second quarter to 30 June. It comes as the group gained approximately 2,969 new members in the second quarter, taking its total members to 264,540. This shows a 6.6%…
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12 AugustRestaurants
Kricket to launch fifth London site in Shoreditch
Modern-Indian restaurant group Kricket has confirmed plans to launch its fifth site in late 2024. Its second opening this year, co-founders Rik Campbell and Will Bowlby will open a 120-cover all day restaurant and bar in Shoreditch. The duo founded Kricket in 2015 as a pop-up in a shipping container…
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12 AugustRestaurants
White Rabbit Fund acquires Island Poke
Hospitality incubator White Rabbit Fund has announced the acquisition of Island Poke’s assets, having recently undertaken a voluntary restructuring. Island Poke, which serves Hawaiian poke bowls, opened its first permanent restaurant in Soho in 2016. However, due the economic turmoil of the pandemic coupled with the impact of inflation, the…
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8 AugustTrade Associations
HOSPA Professional Development launches IT leadership workshop
HOSPA Professional Development has announced the official launch of its Empowering Hospitality IT Leadership Workshop, following a successful pilot programme. Sponsored by Siemlus the workshop is designed to equip senior hospitality leaders with critical insights and strategies in IT. Taking the form of a two-hour webinar/seminar with options for hybrid…
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