Executive insights

Meeting changing consumer demands, creating new food locations amongst trends in food-to-go market: IGD

Partnership benefits and becoming more ethical and sustainable were also underscored from the latest IGD Live.

Spontaneous dining, unusual cuisines amongst trends to watch in 2020

Research and insight specialist Savanta also noted coffee being a crucial element for restaurants.

Food businesses with ‘dark' kitchens can take advantage of online delivery: Regency Purchasing Group

The procurement specialist warned, however, that delivery may not work for everyone.

How Chozen Noodle finds success in pursuing a multi-channel strategy

Founder Matthew Kirby also shares his insights on enduring in a tough market.

UKHospitality urges gov't action on business rates report

Kate Nicholls argues the current system contributed to the decline of high streets.

IGD launches new portion size guide

New research suggests that consumers are open to portion size reduction.

Swallowing the cost of Brexit: top tips to stop food prices eating the profits

Revenue Management Solutions managing director Philipp Laqué offers his advice on making menus profitable without losing business.

Five tricks to improve your marketing strategy for Halloween

VB Hospitality marketing manager Amy Spooner offers advice for drawing in the horror-loving crowd.

Costly Christmas in store for hospitality, buying specialist warns

Lynx Purchasing advised operators to be more flexible with their menus.

IGD: Plant-based options ‘definitely gaining' higher profile on menu boards in London

The company also highlighted two other trends and development to learn from in the capital.

UKHospitality calls for certainty in post-Brexit world

The trade body also warned against mandatory calorie labelling.

Trade body welcomes gov't call for evidence on food industry

UKHospitality hopes for an “integrated and joined-up” strategy that supports businesses.

More Brits using food hygiene ratings scheme, FSA claims

Businesses are given stickers showing their rating for display at their premises.

PM urged to perform “wholesale review” of hospitality system

UKHospitality called on the new government to pursue “an agenda of positive reform to boost UK business”.

UKHospitality warns against ‘inherent risks' in proposed immigration policy

It stressed that existing proposals need to be adapted to back business and those who want to work in the UK.