Research
UK consumers are becoming creatures of habit: The NPD Group
UK consumers are becoming creatures of habit: The NPD Group
One in four would go for a foodservice outlet if they get good pricing, convenience, and the right customer experience.
UK consumers' interest in health could accelerate out-of-home dining
The research from IGD found that 31% of consumers would eat out more if healthier options were more readily available.
Mid-market casual dining sector is under pressure in 2018: research
Although the new report from Christie & Co suggests that continued growth is expected in the fast casual and high-end casual sectors.
Pre-packaged sandwiches produce biggest carbon footprint: research
UK’s annual consumption of sandwiches has a greater impact on the environment than the use of 8 million cars, scientists claimed.
New national drinking water scheme to cut plastic bottle use by millions
People will be able to refill water bottles for free in tens of thousands of places in England.
McCain Foodservice releases What's Hot report containing top trends for 2018
According to McCain, turnover in the sector is set to slow amidst continued consumer uncertainty as Brexit draws ever closer.
Bars and restaurants to keep the high street buzzing in 2018: RSM
Bars and restaurants will tempt consumers, particularly millennials, back to the high street in 2018.
4 out 5 struggle to find vegan options when dining out
It is based on a survey of 2,500 people.
73% would cut back on out of home drinking following latte levy: Mintel
Whilst 40% of out of home hot drinks consumers wouldn’t mind paying extra for drinks served in 100% recyclable cups.
IGD predicts five trends food-to-go will deliver on in 2018
With a predicted worth of £23.5bn by 2022, the UK food-to-go market can be expected to deliver a number of innovations in 2018 and beyond.
Just Eat predicts that Vegan will be the food trend of 2018
The company reported a 94% increase in healthy food ordered in 2017.
Deliveroo names the Top 100 dishes ordered in 2017
Five Guys' Cheeseburger places third amongst other global brands.
Mintel announces five global packaging trends for 2018
According to Mintel, packaging will play a pivotal role in reducing global food and product waste in 2018.
Nisbets releases industry positivity survey
It reveals a strong feeling of business positivity from 400+ catering professionals.
Online restaurant spending Up: Barclaycard
Pubs and restaurants return to levels seen earlier this year with a rise of 11% and 12.1%, respectively.
Black Friday's restaurant spending up 4.2%: Visa
Hotels, Restaurants & Bars saw solid increases in expenditure during November.
Five trends that will shape foodservice in 2018
Global information company The NPD Group has identified five new trends that will shape Britain’s £57 billion foodservice industry in 2018.
