Whitbread, the FTSE 100 leisure group and owner of Premier Inn, has announced plans that could see 3,800 hospitality jobs placed at risk. This decision comes as part of a
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The UK restaurant industry is currently grappling with unprecedented challenges, as many operators voice their concerns over the mounting pressures affecting their businesses. The recent closure of Sam’s Kitchen, a
The British hospitality industry is confronting a significant contractionary period as a confluence of fiscal measures and rising operational overheads threatens the viability of numerous enterprises. Recent data and industry
Heston Blumenthal has announced the closure of his highly regarded restaurant located at the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park in London. This establishment, known as Dinner by Heston Blumenthal, has held
The British hospitality industry appears to be reversing course on plant-based menu expansion, with major operators including McDonald’s, Wagamama and Domino’s reducing their vegetarian and vegan offerings in favour of
Pied à Terre, a distinguished restaurant in London’s West End, is grappling with its most formidable financial pressures to date. Established in 1991 and holding a Michelin star since 1993,
Jacket Potatoes Return to UK Roads as SpudBros Strikes Nationwide Expansion Deal with EG On The Move
The jacket potato is experiencing a significant revival in the United Kingdom as SpudBros, a family-operated business, announces a major expansion deal with EG On The Move. Founded in 2020
Leon, the fast food chain founded in 2004 as a healthier alternative to traditional fast food, is set to close 20 of its 70 UK restaurants and make job cuts
Jamie Oliver is set to revive his collapsed Italian restaurant chain, signalling a return to the UK high street after a six year absence. The celebrity chef, whose Italian-themed eateries
Byron, the once thriving British hamburger restaurant chain, has been acquired by Gen Z entrepreneur Akshat Tibrewala through his investment firm Niyamo Capital. The purchase marks a decisive bid to
MW Eat, the group behind some of the United Kingdom’s leading Indian restaurants, has changed hands in a significant cross-border takeover. Toronto-based Fairfax Financial Holdings has acquired the hospitality group,
Nando’s, the South African-founded peri-peri chicken chain, has announced ambitious expansion plans for its UK operations in the face of persistent labour and energy cost pressures. Despite these economic headwinds,
London’s restaurant sector is under renewed scrutiny as prominent establishments have begun adding significant “admin charges” to diners’ bills. These fees, unlike traditional service charges, do not benefit waiting staff
Asda has divested high street chain Leon, returning control to its co-founder John Vincent amid mounting criticism over the brand’s recent focus on unhealthy offerings. The deal includes 46 company-owned
On the sixtieth floor of 22 Bishopsgate in London, Gordon Ramsay recently welcomed a galaxy of Michelin star talent and celebrities to launch his latest Apple TV series at his
When Pizza Hut launched its first UK restaurant over fifty years ago, it revolutionised the nation’s casual dining landscape. Before its arrival, the British high street was dominated by cafes,
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