Sophie Witts is a News Editor at The Caterer. She specializes in real estate development, hotel chains, chain restaurants and franchises, as well as restaurant innovation, beverage production, and hotel management software. Sophie’s insights and expertise have been featured in notable publications, including The Caterer.
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Sophie’s coverage appears to focus heavily on local business developments within the food & beverage and hospitality industries, particularly in London and across the UK. She seems most responsive to press releases and private sector announcements related to restaurants, hotels, chefs, and UK tourism.
To effectively reach out to Sophie Witts, consider offering exclusive details about new restaurant or hotel openings in London or other parts of the UK. Providing insights into industry trends or analysis of market forecasts for the food & beverage sector would also likely capture her attention. Given her focus on local businesses in London and across the UK, pitches should align with this geographic scope.
Moreover, given her interest in chef movements within the industry as well as concerns over closures within hospitality spaces; providing insider perspectives or exclusive interviews with notable figures could be particularly appealing for potential outreach efforts.
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Managing director David Tracey said he "recognised that the hospitality market has shifted in recent times"
Hotels in both cities reported an uptick in occupancy and rates compared to the same month last year.
Hospitality consultancy Truffle Hunting has closed its Fare Eatery restaurant in Wokingham after two months as the site was “not fit for purpose”.
The administration of the former Birch Selsdon hotel has been extended for a further 12 months while a buyer is sought for the business.
Pizza Hut's biggest UK franchisee is reportedly in advanced talks with potential buyers as it looks to secure its future.
Eataly, the huge Italian food hall on London's Bishopsgate, saw losses widen in 2023 as it faced rising energy costs.
The coach holiday group is also seeking planning permission to upgrade one of its hotels later this year.
Casual dining group Tasty has secured a pandemic-era insurance claim after agreeing a final settlement of £2.5m.
The two-AA-rosette restaurant blamed its closure on "rising costs and challenging circumstances".
The sushi and bento chain has seen strong growth in its restaurant and supermarket grocery arm.
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