All articles by Cara Houlton – Page 33
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NewsHospitality in ‘survival mode’ as sector shrinks 14% in five years
The hospitality sector has seen 16,000 net closures since the start of the pandemic, new data shows
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NewsMorrisons profits surge as focus on availability and value pay off
The supermarket attributed growth to ‘sharper prices, increased availability and an improved range'
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NewsPaul launches breakfast and lunch meal deals
The breakfast and lunch meal deals will be available across Paul stores in London, Reading and Oxford
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NewsMcDonald’s UK profits almost double amid 'broader focus on value'
McDonald’s UK posted pre-tax profit of £120m in 2024, up from £66.3m in 2023
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NewsBidfresh acquires suppliers Hodgson Fish and Sailbrand
The acquisition supports the wholesaler’s ambition to double in size over the next five years
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NewsNespresso opens immersive coffee boutique in Edinburgh
The experiential retail concept will feature a ’Coffee as an Art’ bar where visitors can sample new flavours
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NewsBurger King brings back 'kids eat free' offer
Burger King will be bringing back free kids’ meals via its app and Deliveroo
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NewsFresh Direct reports jump in British produce sales
Fresh Direct attributed much of the sales increase to premiumisation
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NewsUnite accuses Starbucks supplier of 'union busting'
Unite has claimed management at Food Service Logistics have ‘unfairly singled out’ two stewards
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NewsHCL appoints new operations and commercial directors
The appointments come at a pivotal time for HCL as it embarks on a five-year growth strategy
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NewsParfetts appoints former Bestway manager as new GM
In his new position, Barton will spearhead the launch of Parfetts’ ninth UK depot in Southampton
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NewsStarbucks sales slip despite turnaround being ‘ahead of schedule’
In 2026, Starbucks is to ‘unleash a wave of innovation that fuels growth and elevates customer service'
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NewsGreggs extends frozen range to over 800 Tesco stores
The range at the frozen food retailer has now been extended to 15 varieties
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NewsThe Flava People expands offer to Brakes and Country Range Group
More branded and bespoke innovations are planned for the coming months, according to the food innovation company
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NewsYo brings back kids eat free offer and launches new items
Kids will receive a free meal in any restaurant with every adult who spends £10 or more
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NewsCaffè Nero sales rise as demand for summer menu soars
The sales growth also came as the group continued its new store programme
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NewsJW Filshill appoints new regional development manager
Lee joins the business after three years with Coca-Cola Europacific Partners
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NewsGreggs CEO: ‘We don’t believe we’ve reached our peak’
Currie is “very confident” in the food-to-go giant’s expansion plans, despite growing analyst concerns
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NewsMexican restaurant Zambrero to open 100 UK sites by 2030
Zambrero now has 13 restaurants across England, in locations including London, Manchester, Birmingham, Reading and Essex
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NewsWasabi explores expansion plans despite hit to profits
The sushi giant is set to deliver on its plans to expand and is ‘exploring opportunities to work with franchise partners’