It Needn’t Be the Final Furlong for Fine Dining
Fine‑dining establishments are losing traction with younger diners, who favor venues that deliver Instagram‑ready experiences over traditional Michelin‑starred rooms. Executives like Martin Williams of Evolv Collection are experimenting with new chefs, discount schemes, and immersive concepts to broaden appeal. The horse‑racing sector provides a blueprint, having revived attendance by adding live music, pop‑up food villages, and tech‑driven experiences that attracted families and under‑18s. Leading chefs are now injecting similar experiential elements—multi‑room tasting journeys, resident DJs, and tactile menus—to keep fine dining relevant for the next generation.
Disruptors & Innovators in Retail 2026 Report Launched
Retail Insider and the Retail Technology Show released the 2026 Retail Disruptors & Innovators Report, naming Perfect Ted co‑founder Marisa Poster as Retail Disruptor of the Year. The report ranks ten pioneers, from matcha‑tea brand Perfect Ted to AI‑driven Kingfisher...
A Sweet Proposition
Quick‑service restaurants are pivoting toward bright, sugary beverages to win over Gen Z and millennial diners who are less price‑sensitive than older consumers. Brands such as Blank Street Coffee, Starbucks and Dutch Bros have seen cold, flavor‑forward drinks now dominate a large...
