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Bababoom launches fundraise for 20-strong rollout plan

07-Nov-2019 By Finn Scott-Delany

Kebab restaurant concept Bababoom is launching a fundraising drive to support its target of reaching 20 sites by FY 2024.

PizzaExpress owner injects £80m to pay down debts

06-Nov-2019 By James McAllister

PizzaExpress’ Chinese owner Hony Capital is reportedly going to inject £80m of cash into the business in order to help prop up its balance sheet.

Gaucho unveils new ‘creative direction’ for restaurants

06-Nov-2019 By Sophie Witts

Steakhouse chain Gaucho has unveiled its future vision for the business, including changes to the restaurant design and introduction of a cinema screen.

Boparan continues Slim Chickens expansion

05-Nov-2019 By Sophie Witts

Boparan Restaurant Group (BRG) is to open its sixth Slim Chickens restaurant, in Bristol.

Richard Caring sells £200m Caprice Holdings stake

04-Nov-2019 By Georgi Gyton

Richard Caring has sold a 25% share of his hospitality empire Caprice Holdings to the former prime minister of Qatar, Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani, for £200m.

McDonald’s opens first ‘dark kitchen’

01-Nov-2019 By James Halliwell

McDonald’s has opened its first dark kitchen dedicated solely to Uber Eats deliveries in Hounslow, according to a report by Property Week.

Rockfish reports sales uplift in 'turning point' year for business

01-Nov-2019 By Stefan Chomka

Rockfish, the seven-strong seafood chain run by Mitch Tonks, has reported a sales uplift of 15% to £7.95m for the year end 2019.

UKHospitality: business rates have directly contributed to the decline of high streets

31-Oct-2019 By James McAllister

A government reporting calling for action on business rates has been welcomed by trade body UKHospitality.

Borough Market launches click and collect service

31-Oct-2019 By Sophie Witts

London’s Borough Market has launched a click and collect service allowing customers to order produce from its famous traders.

Is this the future of Patisserie Valerie?

30-Oct-2019 By Sophie Witts

The bakery chain is overhauling its menu and branding, promising ‘no more frozen pies in microwaves’. Can it secure its place on the high street?

Twisted partnering with Market Halls to open film studio

29-Oct-2019 By James McAllister

Online food channel Twisted is to set up a film studio within Market Halls’ new West End venue when it opens early next month.

Market forces: why food halls are now a major part of the eating out market

29-Oct-2019 By Tony Naylor

Lower rents for operators, more choice for customers – food halls are being heralded as a win-win model for the eating out sector.

Ceviche group files notice to appoint administrators

28-Oct-2019 By Sophie Witts

Peruvian restaurant group Ceviche has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators following an “incredibly tough” 18 months of trading.

Burger & Lobster expands Smack Lobster concept

28-Oct-2019 By Sophie Witts

Burger & Lobster is to launch its delivery-only Smack Lobster Roll concept in a third London location this week.

Kellogg's launches Kitchen Creations with Deliveroo

25-Oct-2019 By James McAllister

Kellogg’s appears to have joined forces with Deliveroo, taking space in one of its delivery-only kitchens in East London, to deliver an outlandish menu.