AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoWorld Cup pub trade: Greene King venues in Swindon are charging a £5 deposit per person for England matches, redeemable against food and drink (but not via its app), with strict booking deadlines. Heatwave watch: Met Office amber “extreme heat” warnings hit South Wales and parts of England, with health risks, water-safety concerns and possible travel disruption. New openings/closures: Birmingham’s Riva Blu closes June 21 to make way for KIBOU Kitchen and Bar opening this autumn at 61–63 Temple Row. Scotland’s food showcase: Scotland’s Larder returns to the Royal Highland Show with 76 exhibitors and live tastings/demos. Brand refresh: KFC rolls out updated UK/Irish branding and pushes mix-and-match tenders plus a wider beverage menu. Fast-food arrival: Raising Cane’s confirms a late-2026 flagship in London (Coventry Street), with more sites planned. Industry trends: New reports highlight growth in functional beverages and healthy snacks, driven by wellness and clean-label demand. Food & drink events: Flying Fillet reaches the Welsh heat of the British Street Food Awards, aiming for national finals.
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