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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
7 hours ago

Wet weather dampens pub, bar and restaurant sales in February - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

February's trading was adversely affected by dull and wet weather across many regions of Britain, with Met Office data indicating that England experienced 42% more rainfall than the long-term average for the month. Additionally, some consumers stayed home due to concerns about their disposable income amidst rising prices and economic uncertainty.
UK news
Silicon Valley food
fromFortune
20 hours ago

McDonald's newest $3 value menu is sounding an alarm about America's K-shaped economy | Fortune

McDonald's launches its cheapest value menu in years, reflecting economic pressure on lower-income consumers struggling with inflation and stagnating wages.
fromwww.cnn.com
1 day ago

The restaurant reservation wars show no signs of slowing down

Restaurant owners like Panjwani are caught in the middle of a growing battle of new and established reservation platforms vying for their business. The two dominant players for more than a decade, OpenTable and Resy, are now facing a wave of fresh competition from high-end services and even delivery apps all trying to win lucrative bookings at exclusive establishments.
Dining
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

These Restaurant Chains Are Expected To Close Locations In 2026 - Tasting Table

Restaurant chains are closing underperforming locations in 2026 as an industry-wide survival strategy amid rising food costs and customer budget constraints, with 15% of existing restaurants expected to close.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Lime bikes, Oasis, Strawberries & Cream sandwiches, Kim Kardashian bras: How Londoners spent their money in 2025

Monzo customers spent 10m on Lime hires this summer, with rising AI and resale spending and distinct supermarket and foodservice patterns.
E-Commerce
fromFast Company
5 months ago

Why your next Christmas gift might be picked by AI

AI assistants will reshape holiday shopping, driving searches and purchases while buy-now-pay-later options support constrained consumers amid slower growth.
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