Trends & Reports

Analysis of all the latest consumer trends and industry reports to help you operate your business more effectively.

The Lowdown: Nando’s in-flight meals

16-May-2019 By Joe Lutrario

Budget airline Jet2.com will soon be serving Nando’s branded food to its passengers. But there’s a catch…

New report reveals four in five chefs have suffered from poor mental health

13-May-2019 By Joe Lutrario

A survey of UK chefs has found that 81% have experienced poor mental health during their careers and that nearly half believe that not enough is being done to support their mental wellbeing in the workplace.

Four trends set to deliver restaurant gold in 2019

13-May-2019 By Ashley Sheppard

QSR Automations vice president of sales Ashley Sheppard on ghost restaurants, automation, recipe reading tech and booking through search.

Andrew Clarke: "Chefs are our most precious commodity and too many burn out early"

13-May-2019 By Stefan Chomka

Chef and restaurateur Andrew Clarke officially launches Pilot Light this week, a campaign designed to raise awareness of mental health in hospitality.

Friday Five: the week's top news

10-May-2019 By James McAllister

We round-up some of the top hospitality stories you might have missed this week

The Lowdown: Feast It

09-May-2019 By James McAllister

The event catering agency Feast It has partnered with some of London’s top Michelin-star restaurants to launch a ‘unique’ catering experience.

Bun fight: how the burger market is responding to intense competition

09-May-2019 By Joe Lutrario

Competition in the premium burger space is at an all-time high. Some are concentrating on getting the basics right, while others are expanding menus with novelty items.

You’ve gouda brie kidding! Blumenthal's bacteria used to make cheese

03-May-2019 By James McAllister

Cheeses made from the bacteria of five celebrities, including Heston Blumenthal, will be on show at a forthcoming exhibition at London’s Victoria and Albert Museum.

Friday Five: the week's top news

03-May-2019 By Sophie Witts

We round-up some of the top hospitality stories you might have missed this week

The Lowdown: The Samhaji

02-May-2019 By James McAllister

Indian fast casual group Rola Wala says it has begun the process of trademarking the recipe for its samosa/onion bhaji hybrid, the Samhaji.

Friday Five: the week's top news stories

26-Apr-2019 By James McAllister

We round-up some of the top hospitality stories you might have missed this week

The Lowdown: YO! Sushi's conveyor belt-less restaurant

25-Apr-2019 By James McAllister

In an apparent bid to broaden the brand’s appeal, YO! Sushi is set to open its first restaurant this summer without a ‘kaiten’ conveyor belt.

The Lowdown: National Steak Day

18-Apr-2019 By James McAllister

Next Thursday, 25 April, will be the inaugural National Steak Day, offering 25% off steaks at more than 150 restaurants across the UK.

Loyalty card: how technology can help up your customer marketing game

17-Apr-2019 By Fiona Griffiths

Securing repeat business is a critical part of running a successful restaurant. While it can be challenging to cut through the digital noise, technology can be a huge asset for savvy operators.