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National Pinsa Day burst onto the scene in New York on May 28, bringing an exciting new Italian celebration to the city like never before.

The UK eating‑out market is forecast to reach £102.8bn in value in 2026, representing +1.8% growth year on year, according to the latest Lumina Intelligence’s Market Sizing. 

Brakes, the nation’s leading foodservice wholesaler, has reaffirmed its commitment to developing future culinary talent by continuing its partnership with Compass Group UK & Ireland for its Junior Chef Academy (JCA).

Supporting modern menus, farmer-owned Italian food brand Cirio is expanding its foodservice portfolio.

Lupa Foods, the UK-based importer and B2B distributor of food ingredients, has announced the promotion of Ben Pearce to the role of Commercial Director.

Over 60% of respondents in the latest Heartbeat survey completed by independent retailers in the High Street reported sales in the last quarter of 2025 similar or better than the same period last year.   

Williams is the UK foodservice market’s first refrigeration manufacturer to develop and launch multi-temperature counters and cabinets. 

Sysco GB, the UK’s leading foodservice provider, has signed a new deal with Shell Energy Europe Limited to harness 20 Gigawatt hours of wind power a year until 2035, as it delivers on its commitment to use only renewable energy by 2030.

The latest Lumina Intelligence Eating and Drinking Out Panel (EDOP) data shows that value-led deals are successfully driving consumer engagement at the start of the year, despite ongoing pressure on household finances.

Renowned for its trend-driven seafood innovation, Pacific West has expanded its portfolio with the 2026 Mediterranean Collection.

Food & drink prices in the hospitality sector rose by 1.1% in December, according to the latest edition of the Foodservice Price Index from Prestige Purchasing and NIQ, powered by CGA intelligence.

The initiative is intended to help food industry businesses understand, navigate and capitalise on the impacts of weight loss medication use.

Registration is now open for Nisbets Live 2026, with a show line-up focused on supporting the hospitality industry.

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is concerned about the authenticity of ingredients being used in the hospitality sector.