Daily news, insight and opinion from the world of restaurants
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In today’s hospitality landscape, restaurants and operators are navigating a complex mix of rising costs, changing consumer behaviours, and growing expectations around quality and sustainability.
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At Yianni’s, clearer communication between front and back of house is helping teams reduce errors, save time and keep service running smoothly. Co-owner Stascia Bantouvakis explains.
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Incipio Group’s Lewis Paton on the agave spirits, mini cocktails and flavour trends driving experimentation and repeat visits at Bar Arriba.
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Yianni’s shows how smarter order flow helps QSR operators manage queues and reduce pressure on busy teams and keep service consistent throughout the day.
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Global cuisines in street food are driving bold, culturally rooted concepts and redefining modern menus. What’s defining the next wave?
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Glasgow operator of Greek QSR, Yianni’s, Stascia Bantouvakis shares how fast service and high-quality prep work together to keep lunch queues moving and customers coming back.
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Margins aren’t lost to costs alone – they’re lost to slow decisions. Here’s how operators can act faster and protect profitability.
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Your next landlord already has lawyers working on their portfolio. How do operators keep pace?
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Looking to maximise summer sales? Explore the standout serves helping restaurants attract customers and increase spend in the sunshine.
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Across the UK, restaurants are navigating a new era of agility – turning quieter midweeks into opportunity while maximising the energy of peak hours.
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From bookings to payments, the guest journey is being redefined. Here’s what today’s leading hospitality brands are doing differently.
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The Maldon Salt 50 returns for 2026 with a wider view of who really shapes food culture today. From chefs and storytellers to mentors and rule‑breakers, this year’s inductees reflect an evolving industry.
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Margins in UK hospitality aren’t being lost in big, visible ways. They’re being eroded quietly – shift by shift, decision by decision.
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Rising costs are forcing restaurant operators to examine where are margins really slipping – and what can be done to regain control?
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For chefs looking to bring stronger provenance and regional storytelling to their menus, lesser-known EU meat and bakery ingredients will be firmly in the spotlight at this year’s Food & Drink Expo.
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AI insight and faster funding are reshaping UK hospitality, giving restaurants the clarity and cash flow to act with confidence.
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Today’s kitchens are navigating a changing landscape, with fresh opportunities to streamline and elevate service. Here’s how one ingredient is helping teams stay consistent during service.
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Street food is fuelling new flavours, fresh ideas and the next wave of talent, offering restaurants a window into the emerging trends diners continually seek. Who are the people shaping its evolution?
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New rules on separating food waste are reshaping daily operations in hospitality, with collections climbing and more waste diverted into energy rather than landfill. Do you have the support you need to stay compliant?
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Running a restaurant in 2026 means staying ahead of guest expectations and operational pressures. These standout products and services are helping operators sharpen efficiency, elevate experiences and protect the bottom line.
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What does it take to turn a family recipe into a street food success? Emerging street food traders refine their hero dishes for the big stage - a viable businesses.
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Research shows mindful drinking is prevalent not only in January – it’s becoming a year-round trend. How are operators harnessing a cultural shift to deliver exceptional guest experiences while driving spend?
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Balancing high volumes, speed and diverse preferences makes barista-quality coffee an operational challenge for restaurants. How can the right machine deliver consistently under pressure?
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From energy-saving to smarter workflows, operators and rethinking kitchen efficiency for a greener future. Two industry leaders share what’s working – and what’s next.
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Welcome to Restaurant’s Supplier Showcase – a round up of innovative solutions from trusted partners, designed to help your business thrive in the year ahead.
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Today’s diners are surrounded by choice, so chefs must work harder to attract customers. How is quality beef production meeting these challenges and supporting kitchens across the UK?
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Forward-thinking operators are investing in smarter systems to stay competitive. An award-winning ePOS platform has proven to be a game-changer for restaurants and chefs.
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Research from Access Hospitality reveals over 250 hours per employee are wasted each year by using disconnected systems. How is an AI-powered platform helping to boost efficiency?
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Victoria Pham, Head of Category and Commercial Strategy UK&I - Beverages at Danone, explores the redefinition of the restaurant experience with Harrogate Spring Water.
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The operating rhythm of a business determines how stock flows, how decisions are made, how quickly problems are spotted, and how consistently margin is protected.
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Every restaurant owner knows that hospitality today is about far more than food and service. Rising costs, staffing shortages and economic pressures are only part of the challenge.
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Complacency in the world of hospitality simply isn’t an option. As a restaurateur, your precision and consistency will define your metrics for success.
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With the festive season fast approaching, discover how Lightspeed’s smart ePOS tools can help restaurants maximise sales and guest experience.
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On 11 July, 2025, UKHospitality launched the #TaxedOut campaign, positioning it as an assertive call to government to reverse damaging tax policies introduced in the October 2024 Budget.
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Nobody opens a restaurant thinking it won’t be a success and will have to cease operating. But the context is stark. The industry lost an average of 20 sites a week in the first quarter of 2025 and overall, the number of food-led premises shrank by 1.1%.
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Canadian based Service Inspired Restaurants (SIR Corp) is a Canadian company founded in 1992. Today it has over 5,500 team members and seven restaurant brands across 55 locations in Canada.
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The European Union’s unique history and geography has resulted in a broad selection of drinks that reflect all aspects of the continent and as such it is home to some of the world’s most iconic wines, spirits, and beers.
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McCain Invests £50K in Street Food Entrepreneurs with Coaching from KERB Experts.
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When managing the current combination of an unpredictable economy and rising staffing costs, many restaurants are using YoungOnes to find a way forward that sacrifices neither operational efficiency nor customer experience.
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Have you ever wondered why some restaurant brands win in food delivery marketplaces while others struggle for visibility? It’s not just about marketing or food quality - uptime is critical in how often restaurants appear in search results.
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To say 2024 was challenging for the restaurant and hospitality industry would be something of an understatement
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Dave’s Hot Chicken, the cult U.S. chicken chain, specialising in Nashville-style hot chicken, finally opened its doors for business in London on Saturday, 07 December 2024 to huge consumer excitement.
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The European Union’s unique history and geography has resulted in a broad selection of drinks that reflect all aspects of the continent and as such it is home to some of the world’s most iconic wines, spirits, and beers.
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More often than not, an article featuring the Italian restaurant group, Big Mamma, will include such words as Bold. Bright. Brave. Memorable. Eccentric and pleasantly one of a kind.
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When it comes to creating the ultimate tasting board, variety is king and the European Union (EU) provides a bounty of options of high quality cheese and charcuterie.
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As technology continues to advance rapidly, food chains and large-scale restaurants are increasingly adopting tools that allow them to expand, enhance customer experiences, and optimize their operations.
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Deliveroo’s latest report explores how restaurants can grow their sales from students - a group that has increased their orders four times faster than any other on the platform in 2024.
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The growth opportunity for restaurant delivery is significant. Deliveroo has unveiled its forward-looking strategy to drive growth and innovation in a rapidly evolving delivery landscape.
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On Wednesday, the federal government of Australia announced plans to ban dynamic ticket pricing as part of new measures it says will “stop businesses ripping off Australians”.
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Despite the challenges presented from having left the European Union, committed and knowledgeable distributors ensure that chefs can offer diners the range of fresh and quality assured European ingredients that they have come to expect from their travels.