The winners of the British Beer & Pub Association industry annual awards were announced at the BBPA’s annual dinner at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge last night. Punch Taverns, Star Pubs & Bars and St Austell Brewery scooped the prizes – and a special Chairman’s Award was given to Brandon Lewis MP in recognition of his outstanding work for the industry during his … [Read more...]
ALMR Benchmarking shows potential for licensed hospitality growth
The ALMR’s 8th Survey shows business confidence and performance KPIs all improving: Eating and drinking out turnover up 3.5% and generating 7% of net new jobs Long term average costs steady at 48% of turnover Consolidation of last year’s record investment - capex sustained at 3% of turnover Positive like for likes of 5% - food led high street seeing double that … [Read more...]
Marston’s on track
Marston’s PLC has issued its update on trading for the year ended 4 October 2014. The preliminary results will be announced on 27 November 2014. Commenting, Ralph Findlay, Chief Executive Officer said: “We have made steady progress by consistently implementing our returns-focused strategy including an accelerated new-build programme, and in meeting our targets for … [Read more...]
FreeFrom Eating Out Awards 2014 – the shortlist
FreeFrom food - food free of gluten, wheat, dairy, soya, nuts and other allergens – has become seriously big business in the retail sector with the market set to grow to over half a billion pounds in the next three years. But the rapidly growing number of those who either need or choose to eat ‘freefrom’ have long complained that, while good freefrom food is now relatively … [Read more...]
CGA Peach unveils 2014 Hero Awards shortlists
CGA Peach has revealed the shortlists for the 2014 Hero Awards—the annual celebration of the brands and individuals at the forefront of this dynamic industry. The shortlists feature 48 different brands and six individuals vying for a dozen different categories that cover the spectrum of the eating and drinking out sector. The winners will be presented following this year’s … [Read more...]