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The latest industry news from the business journalists at Catering Today. We bring you the latest on what’s happening in the restaurants, bars and catering industry, with exclusive stories, analysis, best practice and industry comment.
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Mar- 2018 -27 March
Easter chocolate launches rise by 23%
There has been a 23% rise in Easter chocolate product launches between March 2017 and February 2018. According to Mintel…
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26 March
Easter weekend set to boost sales
Brits are set to spend £80m in pubs, restaurants and bars this Easter weekend. The bank holiday weekend will contribute…
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26 March
Craft beers fail to impress consumers
Consumers feel bombarded by multiple craft launches and unusual flavours, claims new research. According to GlobalData, alcoholic beverage consumers feel…
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26 March
Nationality pay gap rivals gender in hospitality industry
An analysis of pay based on candidates registered in 2017 with luxury hospitality recruiter, The Change Group, revealed significant levels…
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23 March
Prezzo to shut 94 restaurants affecting 500 jobs
Italian restaurant chain Prezzo has signed a deal agreeing to shut 94 of its 300 outlets across the UK. The…
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23 March
Restaurant industry experiencing ‘significant increase in financial distress’
New research has shown that subdued consumer spending and ‘fierce’ promotional activity in the UK’s restaurant industry has contributed to…
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23 March
Carluccio’s seeks private equity buyer following profit drop
Italian restaurant chain Carluccio’s is looking for a private equity buyer after appointing advisers KPMG to assess its options. The…
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22 March
One fifth of European food and drink launches featured a texture descriptor
Texture has risen to become a central feature in food and drink manufacturing with 20% of food and drink launched…
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22 March
HIT Training launches STAR with CPL
Training providers HIT Training and CPL Training have teamed up to launch a new virtual learning environment, providing on-the-go access…
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22 March
Catering boss convicted of indecent assault
A Cardiff catering company boss has been jailed for the indecent assault of a underage girl. Deborah Evans, 44, of…
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