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We report on business sales and ownership changes across the UK foodservice and hospitality sector, including restaurant acquisitions, pub disposals, catering firm takeovers, and brand portfolio restructures. Our coverage captures who’s buying, who’s selling, and why, with commercial context that matters to operators, F&B executives, and group-level decision-makers. Whether it’s a strategic divestment, private equity deal, or local venue sale, we break down what the transaction means for market positioning, leadership, and operational continuity across the industry.

Apr- 2019 -

3 April

Pubs and Bars

New Botanist restaurant opens in Bath

The Botanist’s new bar and restaurant in Bath has opened its doors with over 400 guests present at its launch party. The 8000 sq ft bar and restaurant has opened in the city’s Grade II listed Octagon building offering a menu of deli, grill and rotisserie dishes as well as…
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3 April

Beverages

Sales at Global Brands top £50m

Independent drinks producer and distributor Global Brands has reported a 19.5% increase in total sales, taking turnover to over £50m for the financial year ending 30 September 2018. This follows 16% growth in the previous financial year and a gross profit rise from £11.8m to £14m for FY 2017/18. Global…
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1 April

People

Byron appoints Simon Wilkinson as CEO

Burger chain, Byron has announced that it has appointed Simon Wilkinson as its chief executive officer. Wilkinson has recently been a CEO consultant to the Carlyle Group, the investment firm and an advisor to Parkdean Resorts. Prior to that he was CEO at La Tasca Restaurants, which was sold to…
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Mar- 2019 -

29 March

Cafes and Coffee Shops

Café L’oscar to launch Saint & Sinner afternoon tea

Café L’oscar has announced it will launch its first afternoon tea, offering guests both sweet and savoury options. Following the Saint and Sinner theme of the upstairs cocktail menu at The Baptist Bar, the new afternoon tea aims to remain consistent with offerings throughout the hotel. Overseen by executive chef…
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22 March

Analysis

The emerging food-to-go trend

Within the food and drink industry, the food-to-go sector is booming and IGD has even forecasted that it will be worth £23.5bn by 2022. Within the sector, many different types of organisation are looking at how they can capitalise on consumers’ love affair with quick, convenient food. They should also…
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20 March

Features

Mental health: Hospitality’s next big challenge

It’s no secret that a career in hospitality comes with its stresses: when your establishment is responsible for people’s enjoyment and something goes wrong, it can feel overwhelming. Long hours and increased alcohol consumption do not help anyone dealing with stress, and both have been blamed for the number of…
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14 March

Advice

The impact of location on business

According to Keystone, London is “ideal for headquarters and central offices,” and this is partially because London attracts a fair amount of executive talent, and partially because of the prestige that the city offers. For example, there is a ring designing company called 77 Diamonds, and they enable you to…
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12 March

Catering Companies

Not Always Caviar partners with Stansted Airport

London Stansted Airport has partnered with food outlet Not Always Caviar to create a new sandwich designed with flavours that are “enhanced” at altitude. Based on scientific food research into the body’s reduced ability to perceive flavours when flying, conducted at the University of London, the new sandwich will include…
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Feb- 2019 -

22 February

People

East Coast Concepts appoints new MD

Manchester-based restaurant and bar group, East Coast Concepts has appointed Simon Kaye as managing director as it targets growth across the UK. Kaye has a wealth of experience in the hospitality sector and will be responsible for accelerating growth of the brands throughout the UK and abroad. Prior to his…
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18 February

Advice

The benefits of solar energy for your restaurant

We are always being told that energy saving measures like fitting solar panels are good for our businesses, but sometimes it is less obvious why that is. Regardless of what your business is, owners need to be aware of a number of factors, such as their costs (and how to…
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