Greene King to sell Old Speckled Hen brands to Spanish brewer The owner of Estrella is to buy the brands and transfer production to its recently built brewery site in Bedford over a transition period. Evening Standard · May 19
C&C Group H2 Earnings Call Highlights C&C Group (LON:CCR) reported a difficult FY 2026 financial performance as weaker hospitality market conditions weighed on volumes and mix, particularly in its wholesale distribution business, even as its branded drinks portfolio grew revenue. Opening the company’s full-year results presentation, Ro MarketBeat · May 19
Karnataka liquor prices revised. Check new rates in Bengaluru and other areas Karnataka has implemented a new Alcohol-in-Beverage (AIB)-based excise duty system, resulting in updated liquor prices statewide. The excise department has revised the MRP for numerous popular whisky, rum, vodka, gin, and brandy brands across various pack sizes and price slabs, affecting both budget and premium spirits. The Economic Times · May 17
“Best dining experience I’ve had”: Vikas Khanna names his favourite Indian restaurant. Check its must-try Dal Dhokli, Shrikhand Puri, location and cost Michelin-starred chef Vikas Khanna has revealed his favourite Indian restaurant is Soam in South Mumbai. He lauded the eatery for its deep respect for Indian culinary traditions and authentic home-style cooking, highlighting its preservation of traditional techniques. Soam is celebrated for its Gujarati cuisine and Mumbai street food, offering comforting,… The Economic Times · May 16
Corby Spirit and Wine Q3 Earnings Call Highlights Corby Spirit and Wine (TSE:CSW.A) reported record fiscal year-to-date revenue through March 31, 2026, as growth in ready-to-drink beverages and market share gains in spirits helped offset softer industry conditions and lower commission income. President and Chief Executive Officer Florence Tresarri MarketBeat · May 16
Beloved Los Angeles restaurant owner facing deportation after ex-employee ‘ratted him out’ ICE may believe they already have enough justification for a deportation. We Got This Covered · May 15
'Nao' is the time: Why Diageo India is backing this Indian craft gin producer Anand Virmani, Co-Founder & Master Distiller, Goa-based Nao Spirits & Beverages, explains how they marketed India’s first craft gin, Greater Than, despite the varied constraints in scaling up the spirit category. The Economic Times · May 15
Historic Italian chain to shut all restaurants after entering administration Lavval Restaurants, the group behind Spaghetti House, appointed corporate finance specialist BTG as administrators last week. Evening Standard · May 14
Death to the $20 cocktail: The bars bringing back cheaper drinks Bars are rethinking cocktail pricing as costs soar and consumer behavior shifts. Establishments like Gus' Sip & Dip and Radicle are offering affordable $12 and $10 cocktails, respectively, by optimizing ingredient sourcing and minimizing waste. This strategy encourages repeat business and broader customer accessibility, aiming to preserve the growth of… The Economic Times · May 14
‘I have 40 million followers’: Arkansas mukbang influencers invoked their follower count at a steakhouse. It still landed one of them in handcuffs That flex didn’t work. We Got This Covered · May 13
Australia Scraps Lavish 91-Storey Trump Tower After Developer Claims President Brand Has Become 'Toxic', 'Unpopular' Plans for Australia's first Trump Tower have been cancelled due to the brand's declining popularity and financial disagreements, leaving a long-term business relationship in ruins. International Business Times UK · May 13
Indian regulators oppose Pernod Ricard's liquor plea, firm says business 'hopelessly fettered' Indian regulators are opposing Pernod Ricard's latest court attempt to regain its Delhi liquor license. The French company's license was rejected due to serious allegations of collusion with retailers to boost market share. Pernod denies wrongdoing, but the ban has impacted its business for three years. The Delhi government cites… The Economic Times · May 13
Australia to feature in coveted Michelin Guide for first time South Australia to become the first state included as SA government inks deal with French company The Guardian - AU · May 13
Michelin Guide arrival may boost Australian hospitality The prestigious Michelin Guide is coming to Australia for the first time, but it will only cover restaurants in one state. AAP · May 12
The Independent UK · May 12 Greggs issues warning despite new menu helping to boost sales Greggs said it was monitoring the situation in the Middle East amid rising energy costs
The Guardian - UK · May 7 ‘Restaurants won’t survive’: Michelin chef opens venues abroad to withstand UK taxes Jason Atherton, who has restaurants in Dubai, St Moritz and now Tuscany, says it’s tough to stay afloat in UK hospitality industry
The Independent UK · May 6 Deliveroo launches restaurant booking service in London after US takeover Deliveroo is expanding beyond takeaways after being acquired by US-based DoorDash last year
Radio France Internationale · May 6 Yoko Ono 'John Lemon' dispute turns to marketing gold for Breton craft brewer A small craft brewery in western France has found an unexpected silver lining after a legal clash over its tongue-in-cheek beer name – turning a potential setback into a sell-out success.
The Guardian - UK · May 6 JD Wetherspoon issues third profit warning this year as costs climb Chair Tim Martin says pub chain could miss expectations, in latest sign UK hospitality sector buckling under higher bills
Bored Panda · May 5 “A Massive NO”: Frenzy Online After Furious Customers Leave Gordon Ramsay Restaurant After Spotting Bizarre Detail A lifestyle influencer gave a raw review of her “disgusting” dining experience at Gordon Ramsay Street Pizza in Battersea, London.
The Independent UK · May 5 This Cumbrian hotel offers a bucolic retreat among rolling hills HOTELS: At Farlam Hall in Brampton, Joanna Whitehead discovers a classic country house stay steeped in history
Evening Standard · May 4 Growth Kitchen eyes £100m in sales as unique concept taps into delivery boom Co-founder Tom Gatz said the model is like the ‘Airbnb of professional kitchens’.
Evening Standard · May 4 Price of a pint in London soars to over £10 for the first time Some high end bars are selling a pint of Moretti for £11 across the capital
The Guardian - UK · May 3 ‘We don’t want to make the same mistakes’: Jamie’s Italian reopens in London Jamie Oliver’s head of restaurants is optimistic about new recipe of smaller site, slimmed-down menu and no burgers
The Guardian - AU · May 2 The moment I knew: ‘We didn’t speak the same language but somehow we understood each other’ When Federica met Oskar, she thought their Google translate-powered romance would be brief, but soon they were planning their future restaurant together