Research

McDonald's site reduces disorder by playing classical music

The Shepherd's Bush site has been plagued by reports of crime in 2017.

Overall restaurant Spending Increases 9.7%

The online spend for restaurants totaled to 28.7% whilst in-store sales increased 8%.

Casual dining contraction is independents' opportunity: Lynx Purchasing

With casual dining brands closing sites and scaling back expansion, well-run independent operators have an opportunity to take back market share.

Foodservice price inflation decreased to 2.5% in January

The main categories driving this decrease are the Dairy category and the Fish category.

Restaurant groups loss-making up 75% in just a year: research

Restaurant chains have been dealing with oversaturation in the market as well as rising costs.

EXCLUSIVE: Latest Research Shows How People Are Ordering Delivery In the Out of Home Market

Delivery has been a buzz word within the foodservice industry over the last two years and data from the NPD Group shows that delivery visits have...

Chart of the Week: NPD Group reveals the most popular deals in out-of-home promotions

Visits involving meal deals fare better with 39.6% than kids meal deal with an 11.8% market share.

UK casual dining scene suffers as business rates rise

Rising rate bills adds to the difficulties of operators - and not just in the high street.

Cost of fish and chips to increase amidst price pressure

Coupled with poor catching reported from vessels, prices are rising fast, with less availability to meet demand.

F&B operators hopeful for growth amidst rising costs: CGA survey

Leaders in the eating and drinking out sector show optimism for drinks-led businesses, in particular.

Food industry deals with disruption on an unprecedented scale: IGD

This disruption provides many challenges for companies, but also more opportunities to win.

Valentine's Day sees 26% increase on takeaway sales: Preoday

Not only were the number of orders placed higher, but the consumer spend also increased.

London's managed pubs sales rise 2% in January

London traded better with sales up 1.6% compared to 0.4% outside the capital.

Chart of the Week: NPD Group reveals ideal promo deals for different dayparts

Deals will increase in importance as economic factors continue to put pressure on consumers.

Global trail mixes market is expected to grow 12%: Technavio

The latest report by Technavio predicts a CAGR of more than 12% during the period 2018 to 2022.

Hospitality and leisure spending rise by double digits

Brits splurged with meals and evenings out with family and friends.