Turkey
Coverage of international foodservice trends, brand expansion, and F&B innovation linked to the Turkish hospitality market. This section explores culinary influences, franchise development, tourism-led trade, and market opportunities, offering insight for UK operators, chefs, and investors monitoring global dining formats, ingredient sourcing, and regional consumer behaviours with relevance to Mediterranean and Eastern European cuisine.
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Dec- 2025 -11 DecemberCafes and Coffee Shops
Nero Group welcomes ‘record’ half-year sales of £338m
Nero Group has reported a “record” first-half revenue of £338m for the six months to November 2025, up 9% on the same period last year. The group, founded by chief executive Gerry Ford, said growth was driven by stronger trading in the UK and a continued expansion of its store…
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3 DecemberPubs and Bars
Hydes reports strong early festive trading as Xmas menu launches
Hydes Brewery has revealed that early trade suggests another “standout” festive trading period, with pubs across its estate serving more than 1,100 seasonal meals in the first week. It comes as the Salford-based brewer and pub group has launched its 2025 Christmas Fayre menu. Bookings for Christmas are likewise said…
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Oct- 2025 -14 OctoberCafes and Coffee Shops
Caffè Nero Q1 sales hit ‘record’ £166m
Caffè Nero has recorded sales of £166m in the first quarter of its 2025-26 financial year, up 9% on the same period last year, as demand for iced drinks lifted summer trading. The Nero Group, which owns the Caffè Nero brand, reported like-for-like sales growth of 6% for the three…
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Sep- 2025 -17 SeptemberFood and Drink
Hospitality food and drink prices rise again amid global pressures
The UK foodservice sector saw a significant resurgence of inflationary pressures in June 2025, with nine out of 10 categories seeing month-on-month inflation, according to data from CGA. The oils and fats category has been hit particularly hard, with prices rising 6.7% over the last year and by 1.6% in…
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1 SeptemberRestaurants
Dave’s Hot Chicken to open 180 restaurants across Europe
Dave’s Hot Chicken has agreed a deal with Azzurri Group to roll out 180 restaurants in 10 countries across Europe. Dave’s Hot Chicken was founded in Los Angeles in 2017 by Arman Oganesyan, chef Dave Kopushyan and brothers Tommy and Gary Rubenyan. It began as a parking lot pop-up before…
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Aug- 2025 -1 AugustCafes and Coffee Shops
Chocoberry revenues up 53% in H1 as it targets 50 stores by 2026
Leicester-based dessert café chain, Chocoberry, has reported a 53% increase in revenues in the first half of 2025 as the business accelerates plans to open 50 UK sites by the end of 2026. Chocoberry has attributed its performance to growing demand for its premium dessert offering. Founded in 2018, the…
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Mar- 2025 -10 MarchRestaurants
Ara Restaurant to launch in East London
Chef patron Murat Kilic is set to launch Ara, a new, 76 cover (+20 outdoor), all-day dining restaurant, in East London on 1 May 2025 Ara is Kilic’s third venture following the success of its sister restaurant Amber. The self-taught chef grew up in his native Turkey where he loved…
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Nov- 2024 -20 NovemberFeatures
A guide to attracting Christmas reservations
Online advertising and social media campaigns Getting into the Christmas spirit isn’t just about decorating your venue, it’s also about decking out your online presence. With almost half of all reservations being processed online last year, customers are increasingly searching online for places to dine, and seeking venues that offer…
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18 NovemberNews
Royal Shakespeare Company appoints new head chef to restaurant
The Royal Shakespeare Company has appointed James Eaves as new head chef who will launch new menus at the destination’s restaurant. With close ties to Stratford-upon-Avon, Eaves brings extensive expertise, a commitment to culinary excellence, and an “inspiring” record of community service to his new role. Eaves’ culinary journey began…
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Sep- 2024 -11 SeptemberRestaurants
Turkish restaurant Leydi opens in Farringdon
Turkish restaurant Leydi has opened a new site in the historic Spiers and Pond building in Farringdon. The all-day restaurant, created in collaboration with chef Selin Kiazim, features a 90-cover dining room, banquettes, warm lighting and references to Instabul’s architecture and interiors. The new restaurant offers breakfast options that are…
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