Five Food Industry Trends Chefs Should Watch in 2026
Written by Worldchefs’ Editor (www.worldchefs.org) Now 2026 is upon us it’s an essential time to think about the year ahead. There’s a lot to consider….
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2025 Consumer Trends Shaping 2026
Hospitality is at the centre of Britain’s social and cultural lives, and a new GO Technology report, from hospitality tech provider Zonal, in partnership with…
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Cost Of A Three-Course Christmas Dinner At Pubs And Restaurants Rises To £36, As Hospitality Groups Feel The Pressure
The cost of Christmas has continued to rise this year, as new figures from Meaningful Vision reveal that the average price of a three-course festive…
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Global Search Begins For IOH Restaurant Manager Of The Year 2026
The Institute of Hospitality has begun its search for the 2026 Restaurant Manager of the Year (RMOY). The competition, sponsored by Menzies, the Hotel Café…
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As Autumn Budget Looms – 73% Say Government Failing Uk Nightlife Says Survey
New research from Obsurvant, in partnership with the Night Time Industries Association (NTIA), paints a stark picture of Britain’s nightlife under pressure. The nationally representative…
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Young’s Reports Strong H1 Performance Despite Cost Pressures
Young’s, the London and southern England pub operator, has posted impressive half-year financial results, demonstrating resilience in a challenging trading environment. For the 26-week period…
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New Research Highlights Growing Uncertainty For Cumbria’s Visitor Economy
Fresh findings from the Cumbria Tourism Business Research Autumn 2025 Report paint a complex picture for the county’s visitor economy. The latest results, unveiled at…
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Economic Uncertainty Leads As The Top Concern For Hospitality Executives In 2025
New research from Beazley uncovers a sharp and rapid shift in how leaders within the hospitality and entertainment sector are prioritising risk. Having surveyed 3,500…
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Nearly A Quarter Of Christmas Eve Diners Opt For Breakfast
Christmas Eve breakfast is proving a surprising hit this December with new insight from leading hospitality tech firm Zonal, showing that bookings for the occasion…
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Businesses Call For Voice In Overnight Levy Discussions, To Avoid Unintended Consequences For Flagship UK Destinations
Where overnight visitor levies are introduced, businesses must have a voice in their design and rollout, according to High Streets UK (HSUK), the pro-growth partnership…
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UK Hotel Industry Eyes Billions In Potential Revenue Through Deepened System Connectivity: Siteminder Research
New research by SiteMinder, the world’s leading hotel guest acquisition and revenue platform, reveals that 70% of hoteliers in the UK believe faster, fully integrated…
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Menu Price Inflation Outpaces Grocery Costs What This Means for Eating Out in 2025
According to Lumina Intelligence’s Menu Tracker Q1 data, total dish prices rose by +7.4%, signalling a broad-based move by operators to elevate premium offerings. Menus have grown…
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Marco Pierre White Restaurants Announce New Venue To Open This Year
Marco Pierre White Restaurants has today announced a new restaurant is to open this October. The restaurant brand, that operates over 20 steakhouses, as well…
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Pasta Evangelists Unveils Plans To Launch 100 UK Restaurants Creating Up To 1,500 Jobs
Pasta Evangelists has unveiled plans to open 100 restaurants across the UK over the next five years. Working alongside its franchise partners, the company will…
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Offering More Than A Meal Unlocks Opportunities For Operators
New research reveals how hospitality operators can attract and retain guests by elevating their offering beyond just food and drink, as 74% of consumers say…
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