Drake & Morgan, the London-based bar and restaurant group led by Jillian MacLean and backed by Bowmark Capital, has announced its financial results for 2013-4 and plans for further expansion. Commenting, Managing Director Jillian MacLean said: “Post Bowmark’s acquisition last year, we are entering an exciting period for Drake & Morgan. The business continues to trade … [Read more...]
Demand for free-from foods set to grow
Having clearly labelled free-from dishes on the menu will become an increasingly vital part of a restaurant’s offer as a growing proportion of the population become concerned with food ingredients, allergens and the desire to eat a more health-conscious diet. On the eve of the Food Information for Consumers Regulation coming into force [13 December 2014], which requires … [Read more...]
F&B managers concerned and concerning on new allergens legislation
An independent survey commissioned by F&B technology expert Caternet, has uncovered new fears faced by the industry in line with the changes to EU Food Labelling regulations and allergens which come into force on 13 December 2014. Almost half of F&B managers (47%), say they are ‘uncertain’ even though they have some plans in place, but they admit it’s a game of chance … [Read more...]
Shake Shack for Westfield Stratford
Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG) is to open its second London Shake Shack in bustling Westfield Stratford City shopping centre. This Shack will build on the success of the original London Shake Shack (pictured above) in Covent Garden (July 2013). Born in 2004 in New York City’s Madison Square Park, Shake Shack is a critically acclaimed, modern day … [Read more...]
Cracking results for pub and restaurant groups
Pub and restaurant groups saw collective like-for-like sales grow 3.4% in November, against the same month last year. Latest figures from the Coffer Peach Business Tracker also showed that London remains more buoyant than the rest of the country with like-for-like sales up 6.1%, compared to 2.4% outside the M25. “Managed pub groups saw 2.8% LFL growth, with casual dining … [Read more...]