Giggling Squid, the expanding chain of Thai restaurants, has updated on its plans for expansion, as well as announcing the addition of three new sites, including its first in the Midlands, as part of its quest to become the first national Thai chain. Contracts have been signed on locations in Stratford-upon-Avon, Maidstone and Marlow which will add to the six-strong … [Read more...]
Profit from potatoes…with Potato Week, 7-13 October 2013
The third annual Potato Week will take place from 7-13 October, giving caterers the opportunity to maximise sales of potato dishes. Run by the Potato Council, the Week will be spearheaded by a major consumer campaign planned to highlight popular all-round varieties, such as Maris Piper. And with these super-carbs firmly in the spotlight, there will be plenty of opportunities … [Read more...]
Yum Yum Ninja launches the ‘Business Ninja’ Lunch
Yum Yum Ninja, Brighton’s newest Pan Asian restaurant in the heart of the old Lanes, has launched the UK’s first ‘Business Ninja Lunch’ as a modern twist on the cyber café and coffee culture. Seems like a good alternative that should do well – perhaps it’s time to move on from lingering in coffee shops! Free WiFI and £5 lunch Business Ninjas will have access to free WIFI … [Read more...]
SUBWAY expands non-traditional sites in partnership with Blakemore Retail
The SUBWAY® brand has opened a third store in conjunction with SPAR convenience store group Blakemore Retail, as part of an ongoing partnership between the two organisations which recognises that SUBWAY® stores operate very effectively within convenience stores and on forecourts. Their simple operations and minimal space and equipment requirements make them uniquely suited to … [Read more...]
Food costs for August: major price changes to impact menu decisions
H & C News is pleased to be able to share information on food costs and trends for August, supplied by Prestige Purchasing. Food inflation is up 0.5% from last month, and there are some major price changes to note across all food costs, including: fruit - honeydew melons +35%, peaches down 17%, berry prices down as much as 63% (blackberries); vegetables – many are down, … [Read more...]