Call that a pint? Over two-thirds of beer served in pubs is short measured May 24, 2024 More than two-thirds of beer and wine served in UK pubs and bars is short measured, a survey by Trading Standards suggests.
Ghost Ship producer Adnams reports bigger loss amid question mark over its future May 22, 2024 Adnams has been struggling despite the fact its beers have been taking off around the country.
Losses mount for Lebanese restaurant group Comptoir May 21, 2024 The group behind Lebanese restaurants Comptoir Libanais and Yalla Yalla has reported losses of £1.6m, following what bosses describe as a year of “erratic” footfall and soaring costs.
No more Aperol Spritz? Fever-Tree sets out to shake up the spritz market May 13, 2024 Aperol Spritz, owned by Campari Group, has led the spritz market in recent years, but now Fever-Tree seems to be looking to chime in on the summer fun.
Hospitality sector shows ‘cautious confidence’ as rate of closures slows May 8, 2024 Venue closures in Britain have slowed this year thanks to a "modest revival" in independent restaurants and dining, a new report has revealed.
Train strikes to restart sparking anger from City bodies and hospitality groups May 6, 2024 Britain's railways are bracing for yet another round of industrial action as train drivers stage walkouts throughout next week.
Premier Inn owner Whitbread to cut 1,500 jobs amid shake-up of restaurant business April 30, 2024 Hospitality giant Whitbread has reported record revenue but said some jobs at its F&B arm will be impacted as it looks to exit a number of locations.
Mr Fogg’s City Tavern named best pub in the Square Mile in boost for London hospitality April 29, 2024 A popular Broadgate haunt, Mr Fogg's City Tavern, has been crowned the best pub in the City of London, in a welcomed boost for the capital’s hospitality scene.
Private equity backing has made casual dining market ‘lazy,’ Hestia boss warns April 27, 2024 The owner of a premium hospitality investment group which is targeting revenue of £100m over the next three years has said operators in the casual dining market have gotten “lazy” because of private equity backing.
Loungers trading ahead of expectations as new site roll-out boosts bottom line April 26, 2024 Loungers has said it is trading ahead of expectations for the year, helped by the opening of 36 new sites.