Halloween sees the biggest spikes in spirits sales by 57%, with vodka, liqueurs and speciality drinks being the most popular drinks for spook night. Read all about it and strategic initiatives director Rachel Weller’s tricks and treats to win on this day.
The late-night arena has seen significant closures over the past few years, and it may not seem an obvious channel for opportunities. But with outlet decline slowing and a number of exemplary operators doing great things, prospects here are brighter than some think. However, in such a nuanced and volatile market, extra sales and successful brand launches will only come with an informed channel strategy that considers the unique dynamics of a fast-changing sector. CGA’s director of client services Jonny Jones highlights the opportunities in a channel that can be lucrative but turbulent for operators and suppliers.
Say hello to RestauranTrak – a brand new solution from Nielsen CGA designed to help level the analytic playing field within the U.S. restaurant landscape. With its launch, any U.S. based bar or restaurant owner will have complimentary access to Nielsen CGA’s robust set of On-Premise analytics to assess their weekly performance against their local market, free-of-charge.
Brewdog’s retail director James Brown will be joining Peach 2020 to examine the best ways to create a strong and robust people culture – and how to ensure it stays relevant as businesses grow.
Festivals’ environmental impacts and ways to address the climate crisis were in the spotlight at The Showman’s Show last week. Here’s a recap.
Rosa’s Thai Cafe, Jollibee, Bleeker, Other Side Fried and Epic Pies round out this week’s list of new openings.
As people become more health-conscious, beer volumes have dropped but customers are prepared to pay more for what they do drink – Morning Advertiser’s Phil Mellows provides analysis of the latest beer statistics.
The rise of the low and no alcohol drinks movement will be in the spotlight at Food Matters Live in November, with CGA client director Matt Mullock among the guests on a panel dedicated to the trend.
CGA’s business unit director for food and retail Karl Chessell reports back from this week’s UKHospitality Bar and Nightclub Conference.
CGA’s business development manager Craig Jackson discussed how supporting technology and engaging staff can help suppliers and wholesalers connect better with foodservice businesses and consumers.
Phil Hambling, the NFU’s Head of Food and Farming, is joining the speaker roster at this year’s CGA Peach 2020 conference in London.
CGA speakers at Drink Tank will include strategic initiatives director Rachel Weller, client services director Jonathan Jones and commercial director Graeme Loudon.
Is the branded restaurant market showing signs of recovery, or at least stability? Latest data from the Coffer Peach Business Tracker suggests it might be, writes Peter Martin.
CGA commercial director Graeme Loudon discusses the rise of Japanese Whisky and why it’s giving Scotch and Irish whiskies a run for their money.
Bistrot Pierre, Copper Chimney, Hotel Chocolat, Mowgli and Slapfish are a few of this week’s new openings.
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