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Restaurant market presents opportunities for new independent operators, says Christie & Co

Street food markets, pop ups and box parks are said to have adopted a strong position.

Chipotle looks to attract and retain workers by giving an extra month of pay

Restaurants on track to receive the first bonus of this kind will be notified following the close of the company's second quarter in July.

Boparan Holdings' profits up following turnaround plan

Growth was driven by its UK and EU Poultry businesses.

Bob & Berts to open eight new stores in Northern Ireland and Scotland

Ulster Bank provided the seven figure facility for further expansion. Independent food & coffee shop chain Bob & Berts is set to invest in eight more stores, which is expected to create over 175 new jobs, the company has announced.

Market Halls to get £20m private equity investment

The news comes as Market Halls prepares for its upcoming flagship venue at West End.

Food and beverage operators eyed for continued development at Elephant Park

Lendlease is also targeting London-based operators with a footprint in the capital.

Hoh Sek Noodles opens first site at St. Katharine Docks

The brand new noodle concept was founded by Rosa’s Thai Cafe’s Saiphin and Alex Moore.

The Good Food Chain goes into liquidation

The news comes after the FSA cleared the sandwich maker of being the source of an outbreak of listeria which killed five hospital patients.

Slim Chickens opens fourth UK restaurant

The new Birmingham site is the chain’s second outlet outside London.

Nine out of ten Irish food and drink firms prepared for Brexit: study

8 out of 10 Irish companies say they plan to maintain or grow sales in the UK.

PizzaExpress introduces four new Romana-style pizzas to its ‘at home' range

The pizza chain says the new range can be prepared under ten minutes.

Customers moving away from chains to support local businesses: Premierline

The company cited three other reasons why customers are inclined to buy local.

Exclusive discount for The Restaurant & Takeaway Innovation Expo announced

We’re delighted to announce we’re back in partnership with the Restaurant & Takeaway Innovation Expo, Europe’s leading event for restaurant and takeaway owners!