All articles by Cara Houlton – Page 6
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NewsSterling Supergroup names new chair as John Whitechurch steps down
During his time as chairman, Whitechurch ‘provided great support and helped maintain continuity across activity’
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NewsJW Filshill posts ‘robust’ profits despite ‘challenging’ market
For the year to 31 January 2025, operating profit increased by 18.7% to £5m, while pre-tax profit rose by 22.8% to £4.9m
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NewsPasta Evangelists to open three new restaurants in 2025
The first of the new restaurants will open on New Oxford Street today (1 October)
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NewsGreggs to increase breakfast deal prices
Several other products will see 5p price rises, including Greggs’ Empire Biscuit line
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NewsDave’s Hot Chicken and Zizzi investor Azzurri completes refinancing
The group, which invests in businesses including Ask Italian and Dave’s Hot Chicken, said the new facilities wouuld deliver ‘enhanced financial flexibility’
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NewsSysco GB rolls out ‘Night Club’ to support night shift workers
The programme looks to support colleagues working through the night, helping to create a better and healthier experience
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NewsBooker to relaunch frozen desserts portfolio
The new range will offer a streamlined selection of ‘on-trend, easy-to-serve’ desserts tailored to the foodservice sector
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NewsMexican restaurant chain Tortilla delivers record UK profits
In the UK, adjusted EBITDA rose by 33% year on year to £2.4m
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NewsGreggs launches 40th Outlet shop to tackle food waste
The shop will redistribute surplus food at a discount, with a share of profits given to local charities via The Greggs Foundation
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NewsUnitas Wholesale launches AI Academy
The AI Academy offers members and supplier partners three courses – Fundamentals, Proficiency and Mastery – all led by experts
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NewsWingstop expands across Liverpool with second restaurant
The site hosts 115 covers and features the brand’s full menu of wings, tenders, burgers and sides
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NewsStarbucks chief technology officer Deb Hall Lefevre steps down
Senior vice president of global experiences technology, Ningyu Chen, has been named as interim chief technology officer
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NewsPret a Manger appoints new chief marketing officer
The new hire joins from Burger King and Popeyes owner, Restaurant Brands International
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NewsParfetts to leave Unitas amid national expansion
The decision comes as Parfetts continues to expand its national presence
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NewsSOS Wholesale employees take action to secure payout
Pearson Solicitors is working with ‘concerned employees’ to review the redundancy process
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NewsBooker launches new-look digital platform
Live from today, the platform is supported by new corporate branding and a refreshed look with new high-resolution photography
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NewsBidfood adds eight new suppliers to Open Doors scheme
The programme, which first launched in 2023, has now onboarded 23 smaller food and beverage companies
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NewsGreggs to open pub with bakery-inspired menu in Newcastle
The site looks to offer a British pub experience with a menu featuring Greggs-inspired pub dishes
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NewsThe Salad Project: Spaces concept ‘not something we’re going to explore’
The salad chain first launched the concept, which gives customers the option to order their salad or bowl online and collect in store, in April 2024
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NewsItsu CEO: ‘We’d rather have a small basket and a happy customer’
lSpeaking at the Lunch! food-to-go show, Julian Metcalfe said the resturant chain ‘doesn’t upsell very much’