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The rise of Airbnb

The rise of Airbnb

Exploring the reasons for the success of industry disruptor Airbnb.

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Delivery: your brand in their hands

We explore how to protect your brand when working with a third-party delivery service

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Training for the Future

We explore the future of training – if done right it can do wonders for your business

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Discount Dinners Increase as Deals Entice Guests to Eat Out More Often

The demand for deals is on the rise, read our top tips on catering for these savvy guests

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Looking Back on Everything We Learnt in 2016

We look at our top takeaways from 2016 – it’s been a great year

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Our Wish List for 2017

Take a look at all the things we hope next year will bring within hospitality

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The Restaurant Technology Debate

Is there such a thing as too much tech? We explore this debate.

CX – The Christmas Experience

CX – The Christmas Experience

Many guests are looking for something extra special around Christmas time, making a great impression is key

How useful is NPS in judging the guest experience?

How useful is NPS in judging the guest experience?

We explore the benefits of these simple metrics

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CGA Peach’s Eating Out Special- how was the guest experience perceived in 2016?

We take a look at CGA Peach’s advice on growing guest loyalty

Your front of house staff are your best sales people

Your front of house staff are your best sales people

Engaging your staff is instrumental in engaging your guests.

Guests reject the Sunday lunch as weekday and evening roast sales rise

Guests reject the Sunday lunch as weekday and evening roast sales rise

The traditional Sunday lunch is becoming the midweek dinner, reveals newly published

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Thinking small

The variety of cuisines available in restaurants these days has turned formerly unheard of dishes into mainstream staples....

Research firms predict 2017’s biggest foodservice trends

Research firms predict 2017’s biggest foodservice trends

Both Mintel and The NPD Group have released their predictions for the biggest foodservice trends of 2017. Between the two ...

Local produce - are you being transparent enough?

Local produce - are you being transparent enough?

81% of diners agreed that using local ingredients makes them more likely to visit a restaurant, our recent survey revealed...

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Blurred lines: when pubs and coffee shops collide

With alcohol sales declining, the lines between pubs and coffee shops are becoming increasingly blurred. In the face of hi...

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“Experience is king” at CGA Peach 2020

Last night, we were lucky enough to attend the CGA Peach 2020 Conference . As well as presenting the award for Brand XP, w...

QSR snacking stats reveal missed opportunities for hospitality operators

QSR snacking stats reveal missed opportunities for hospitality operators

Snacking makes up 27% of quick-service restaurant traffic, finds

Speed of service at payment a priority for guests

Speed of service at payment a priority for guests

A fast payment process has become increasingly vital for a good guest experience.

In the spotlight: pubs and pop-ups

In the spotlight: pubs and pop-ups

Pop-ups may be nothing new but, over the past few years, they've gained traction within the hospitality industry. There ar...

Hospitality industry encouraged to increase pay as the London Living Wage rises

Hospitality industry encouraged to increase pay as the London Living Wage rises

Sadiq Khan's announcement last week that the London Living Wage will rise to £9.75 has been met with concern by many Lond...