Djan Magbanua

Britain's hospitality sector sales grows by 1.5% in October

However, inflation is making sales significantly behind 2021 and 2019 in real terms.

KFC opens pub for World Cup fans

Customers can order a beer whilst enjoying their signature fried chicken.

Leon opens branch in Chelmsford

The first 50 customers get to eat for free.

Costa Coffee announces return to Morocco

The UK-based coffee chain exited the country in 2020.

Burger & Sauce opens grill in Walsall

A former banker was awarded the franchise in Birmingham.

Hospitality group urges government to investigate soaring energy prices

The group fears that energy suppliers may be quoting far above wholesale retail prices.

Casual dining Gusto Italian to open doors in Oxford

Customers can start booking their slots as early as now.

Inflation munches on UK’s F&B market growth: report

2022 is expected to finish with a 2% decline in growth compared to last year.

Caffe Nero sales balloon to 107% of 2019 levels

The premium coffee brand opened 14 new stores in Q1.

Burger & Sauce fires up new grill in Derby

The burger franchise will join 200 other brands at the Derbion Shopping Centre.

Robots to take over servicing customers at Sip & Stone Restaurant and Bar

SSP Group is experimenting with using robots to help with day-to-day tasks.

Chopstix opens door in Canterbury

This is the 82nd branch for the Asian QSR brand.

Papa John’s unveil garlic dipping sauce talisman for Halloween

This is the first-ever piece of jewellery the pizza chain has released.