Archives for June 22, 2014

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#Wimbledon2014: Hotel prices rise 114%

By Lauren Houghton

Hotel prices in Wimbledon have increased by as much as 114 per cent while the tennis championships are on, according to hotel search website trivago.co.uk, and hospitality businesses are laying on events and offers to make the most of the tournament. 

Serving the UK: McDonald’s at 40

By Mark Wingett

To mark its 40th year in the UK, McDonald’s has produced a report highlighting its contribution to the economy, the number of jobs created and its ongoing investment in restaurants and its supply chain. We take a look at some of the key findings and also...

Tragus gets landlord support for CVA

By Mark Wingett

Tragus has received support from 85-90 per cent of landlords and creditors in regards to a Company Voluntary Agreement (CVA), which will see the company shed up to 40 sites from its Café Rouge and Bella Italia estate.

Design: Restaurant design trends for 2014

By Carina Perkins

In the first part of our special feature, we look at how restaurant design is finally moving away from American-inspired industrial chic and reflect on the next big trends for 2014.