takepayments Release UK Dining Trends Report, Revealing the Habits Shaping the UK Restaurant Scene
• 8% of diners in the study admitted to leaving a restaurant without paying for their meal • 21% of diners are so put off…
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Coffee and Sandwiches Lead Menu and Price Growth in Q4 as Operators Balance Innovation and Value
The latest data from Lumina Intelligence’s Menu Tracker shows that while overall food and drink item counts across the market have remained broadly stable, select…
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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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AI, Robotics and Human Reskilling: The State of Hospitality Report 2025-2026 Published by Les Roches Spark
By Carlos Diez de la Lastra, CEO of Les Roches (https://lesroches.edu/) Les Roches, a distinguished institution dedicated to fostering innovative and entrepreneurial leaders of tomorrow…
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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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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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Bidfood Renews Partnership With The Natasha Allergy Research
Foodservice provider Bidfood, a founding partner of The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation, the UK’s food allergy charity, has reaffirmed its commitment to food allergy awareness…
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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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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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Foodservice Price Index Rises In June As Inflationary Pressures Build In Hospitality
The UK foodservice sector saw a significant resurgence of inflationary pressures in June 2025, the latest CGA Prestige Foodservice Price Index reveals. All ten categories…
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