Research
Foodservice price inflation drops 22% in January
This is the first decline since September 2021.
UK managed restaurant delivery sales drop 2%
This is the 15th consecutive year-on-year sales decline.
Work-life balance is key for hospitality employees: survey
One in four employees said the ability to work flexibly is even more important today.
Meal deals continue to deliver great value, in new ways: analyst
Deals will be instrumental both for operators to communicate value.
Festivities boosts hospitality in Britain’s top cities
Six of the 10 cities saw sales beat the six-week period three years ago.
Deliveries and takeaway sales double pre-COVID-19 levels
This is despite an overall dip of 2% in 2022 sales compared to December 2021.
Restaurants drop meat from menu as healthier eating trends persists
The desire to cut costs due to inflation is also one of the reasons.
Young adults drinking less could spell doom for pub sales: analyst
60% of young people said they did not drink alcohol in 2021.
Hospitality employees asked to work longer hours during the holidays: report
Some employees had to work over 48 hours per week during December.
What 2023 has in store for UK’s food industry
Cost pressures and sustainability are just a few factors affecting consumer behaviour this year.
Foodservice price inflation surges over 20% in November
This marks the 10th month of double-digit inflation.
Younger generation’s new expectations may impact hospitality industry: report
Employment shortfall may be due to a lack of new blood in the industry.
Hospitality sales soar in Britains top cities: report
However, the 11% inflation rate in October is taking a bite out of city-centre sales.
Slurping and other annoying habits British hate when eating
82% of Brits don’t like to have dinner with loud eaters.
Higher vegetable costs are making consumers cut down on greens: report
Almost 1 in 2 lower-income families are buying fewer vegetables due to inflation.
Takeaways, deliveries double in October against pre-pandemic levels
However, year-on-year sales were down by 7% compared to October 2021.
1 in 2 restaurants are jacking up prices over high energy costs
43% of restaurant operators are mulling raising prices even more.
