Spain
Coverage explores foodservice and hospitality trends from across Spain, with a focus on key regions and cities including Madrid, Barcelona, Andalusia, and the Basque Country. Reporting includes Iberian ingredient sourcing, tapas and shared-plate dining formats, wine and drinks trends, and the expansion of Spanish restaurant groups into the UK market. Insight is tailored for chefs, operators, and buyers tracking Mediterranean menu development, supplier partnerships, and international brand positioning.
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Aug- 2023 -9 AugustRestaurants
BRG agrees five-site franchise deal amid Spanish expansion
Boparan Restaurant Group (BRG) has announced a five-site franchise deal with Lagardère Travel Retail. As part of this deal it will open its second Spanish Giraffe World Kitchen site inside Barcelona airport. The Giraffe World Kitchen site will span over 4,400 sq. ft and accommodate 210 covers, with the assistance…
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Jun- 2023 -6 JuneNews
Papa Johns acquires 91 DFSI sites across the UK
Papa Johns has recently announced the acquisition of restaurants previously operated by the M25 division of Drake Food Service International (DFSI) in the United Kingdom. The new corporate-owned restaurant portfolio will consist of 91 locations across London and other parts of the UK. The company sees opportunities to implement operating…
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5 JuneFeatures
The rise of the gluten free demand: how should businesses accommodate it?
Where did the idea of growing and processing gluten free oats come from? This is our home from I think about 1970 and I grew up on Glebe Farm. From 2009 we started to do gluten free oats because we wanted to start selling again things we could grow on…
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1 JuneNews
Carnaby Eat Street launches with a series of immersive food experiences
From today until 15 June, Carnaby Street will offer a series of immersive food experiences to enjoy as part of its Eat campaign. Carnaby has partnered with the London Restaurant Festival for the summer edition, collaborating with some of the street’s favourite foodies to host special events including, a cocktail…
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Apr- 2023 -21 AprilNews
The Campaner to open at Chelsea Barracks in May
The Campaner has announced the opening of its first international restaurant from Los Reyes del Mango at Chelsea Barracks on 2 May 2023. With Mar Martín leading the project along with a team of professionals, The Campaner will offer an all-day dining with Spanish cuisine from Barcelona in a new…
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Jan- 2023 -6 JanuaryCafes and Coffee Shops
Pret A Manger to launch in Israel
Pret A Manger has reached an initial agreement with Fox Group and Yarzin Sella Group to expand its brand into Israel. The move is part of Pret’s plan to double the size of its business within the next five years, which includes launching into five new markets by the end…
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Nov- 2022 -25 NovemberPeople
Evelyn’s Table announces new head chef
Michelin-starred restaurant Evelyn’s Table has announced that James Goodyear will be the restaurant’s new head chef. He replaces previous head chef Luke Selby who is going on to head up the kitchen at Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons. Goodyear will take up the role on 17 January 2023. He has previously…
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4 NovemberRestaurants
New Mediterranean restaurant Cavo to open in December
New Mediterranean restaurant concept Cavo will open its doors in Central London this winter, in the new Tottenham Court Road Station development The Outernet. Following the launch of hospitality concepts in Greece and Spain, London is the next destination for founder Ivo Dimitrov who has set his sights on the…
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Jul- 2022 -20 JulyRestaurants
Salt Yard opens restaurant at Westfield London
Salt Yard Group, a chain of tapas bars and restaurants, has announced the opening of its new restaurant at Westfield London in Shepherd’s Bush on 21 July. The restaurant is located in the southern terrace of Westfield London. The new site will be the fifth restaurant for the group. Salt…
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4 JulyCafes and Coffee Shops
Pret H1 revenues surge 230% to £357.8m
Pret A Manger has reported that its half year (H1) revenues in 2022 has grown by 230% year-on-year to £357.8m, up from £155.4m in H1 2021, and up by 160% from £223.4m in 2020. May saw revenues across the UK surpass 2019 levels for the first time, with “particularly strong”…
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