The past decade has seen a dramatic shift in the way we live, work and shop, transforming how we consume goods and services. The high street is changing and, with it, the properties that line its streets. Many physical stores and restaurants are struggling to keep their doors open in the face of online competition […]
In the not-so-distant past, enjoying the delights of your local restaurant meant gathering friends and heading to the dine-in spot for an evening of delicious food and socialising. Now, things look a little different. While people still dine with friends or family, a shift in consumer habits and advancements in food technology means this is […]
Brick-and-mortar restaurants run on thin profit margins, on average between 3% to 5%, whereas ghost kitchens are typically more profitable with an average profit margin of 15%. With that said, it’s still important not to rest on your laurels due to rapidly increasing competition. In a recent blog, we discussed why and how dark kitchens […]
The summer season has officially begun! Whether you’re a restaurant owner looking to cash in on takeaways or a delivery-only food business wanting to exploit the sunnier months, optimising your marketing plan to maximise sales will give you a competitive edge and help you stand out in a saturated market. Seasonality can be challenging for […]
Deliveroo is one of the most loved food delivery apps in the UK. Since 2018, its users has more than doubled from 3.1 million to 8 million, and the number of restaurant sellers has jumped from 10,000 to 160,000 in the same time frame! With Deliveroo demanding 22% of the food delivery market share as […]
When you hear the term “ghost kitchen”, what comes to mind? For most, it’s an elusive and mysterious business model. But what is a ghost kitchen exactly, and is it right for your food business? With the total foodservice delivery market for the UK worth over £8.5 billion and takeaway orders increasing by the year […]
Owning a food business is no easy feat. There are so many things to take into account, from the food itself to the marketing and everything in between. But one of the most important aspects of any foodservice business is the kitchen. The kitchen is where the magic happens, and if it’s not up to […]
There was once a time when ordering a takeaway felt like less of an event and more of a lazy decision when we couldn’t be bothered cooking or there was no food in the house. Treating ourselves to a night of indulgence involved heading down to your favourite restaurants. How times have changed! The country’s […]