Thai restaurant group Giggling Squid has reported its “most profitable period since inception” in its latest financial year, despite the impact of Covid-19 restrictions.
Can I employ under-18s to make up staff levels?
It may be tempting to get in young staff in busy periods, but be careful to follow very strict rules, says solicitors Poppleston Allen
Experts predict what 2023 holds for hospitality
The new year brings new hope but also new challenges, exacerbated by 2022’s cost of living hangover. The experts share their predictions
Sodexo wins nine-figure contract with HMP Altcourse
Sodexo has secured a £260m contract with HMP Altcourse, which will see the French foodservice firm manage the Liverpool-based prison for ten years from 1 June 2023.
D&D London to close four restaurants
D&D London’s Bristol restaurant Klosterhaus has closed its doors after just over two years of trading.
Chancellor tells hospitality groups energy bill support is ‘unsustainably expensive’
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has told business groups that the current level of energy bill support is “unsustainably expensive” and cannot continue at its current rate.
Pret A Manger to open first café in Israel
Pret A Manger is expanding its reach to Israel as part of the company’s plan to break into five new markets by the end of 2023.
Greggs reports surge in sales despite ‘challenging conditions’
Bakery chain Greggs has reported a jump in sales as it prepares to bolster its 2023 pipeline.
Six by Nico plans UK and international restaurant expansion
Scottish-Italian chef Nico Simeone is planning a “significant expansion” of his Six by Nico restaurant group over the next year off the back of strong sales.
Moderation for the nation: the best low- and no-alcohol drinks
With more people shunning alcohol, having a good booze-free menu is a basic requirement. Millie Milliken speaks to those going the extra mile with their non-alcoholic offerings