FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 27 - The Untold Story

UK has not hit ‘peak Greggs’, says CEO, as sales slow in heatwave

Bakery chain reports 14% drop in first-half profit as shoppers shun sausage rolls and pastries in hot weather

The Guardian - UK · Jul 29, 2025

Greggs profits hit by storms, heat and flagging consumer confidence

Boss said it had been a “challenging market” during the first half with consumers “saving not spending.”

Evening Standard · Jul 29, 2025

Burberry, £10k bell tents and Michelin-starred meals: How the great British festival got bougie

British festivals are kicking the mud off their reputation one ‘elevated’ experience at a time. Is this their death knell, or could it be the thing that saves them?

Evening Standard · Jul 28, 2025

Toby Carvery owner says sales to hit ‘top end’ of guidance amid hot weather

Mitchells & Butlers, which also runs Harvester and Miller & Carter venues, said like-for-like sales grew by 5% over the quarter to July 19.

Evening Standard · Jul 25, 2025

Award-winning Indian restaurant confirms date of first Glasgow opening

An award-winning Indian restaurant chain has confirmed the opening date of its new location in Glasgow next month

The National (Scotland) · Jul 24, 2025

Voices: Is it time the BrewDog beer empire went flat?

COMMENT : The Scottish brewer and bar operator synonymous with its 'punk' ethos is to close 10 outlets, citing tough times for the hospitality sector. But, asks James Moore, are there other factors behind the decision – and can BrewDog revive itself?

The Independent UK · Jul 23, 2025

'Major blow' for Britain's oldest Indian restaurant as Crown Estate building refurb plans approved

Owner of 99-year-old central London restaurant Veeraswamy hits out at decision to approve ‘comprehensive refurbishment’ he says threatens the venue’s future

Evening Standard · Jul 22, 2025

BrewDog to close 10 bars amid ‘extremely difficult’ time for hospitality industry

Sites in Aberdeen, Brighton, Camden, Dundee, Leeds and Sheffield among those to shut on Saturday

The Guardian - UK · Jul 22, 2025

Jamie Oliver, Angela Hartnett and more to join Theo Randall for one-off Italian feast

A star line-up of chefs will come together to mark 50 years of the InterContinental Park Lane, with proceeds going to the Felix Project

Evening Standard · Jul 22, 2025

Tom Kerridge Cooks Spain: release date, interview and everything we know

Tom is on his latest culinary adventure

WhatToWatch · Jul 21, 2025