Ground Central Coffee

After gaining a masters degree from the Paris School of Business, Etienne Wiik became the franchise partner and distributor, for the whole of France, for a Swiss brand of commercial coffee machines. In true ‘bean to cup’ fashion, Etienne was not content to just sell machines, he sourced and became a distributor for a range of freshly roasted coffee beans, imported from Spain. The circle was completed, and this first endeavor would bode well for the future.

The Salad Project

The Salad Project, an exciting fresh food start-up, is the brainchild of founders and directors James Dare and Florian de Chezelles. Using their combined know-how in the hospitality industry to recreate the experience of a great restaurant crammed into a grab-and-go offering, they are now building a chain of sustainably sourced salad bars in London.

Five Guys

In 2020, Five Guys NY set out to expand its operations across New York, requiring enhanced financial management to support their rapid growth. Partnering with Paperchase’s hospitality accountants to leverage the capabilities of Restaurant365, they gained the tools and insights necessary to streamline financial operations and drive efficiency across their locations.

UK & Middle East Trends

The UK’s casual dining arena has undergone a radical transformation fueled by technological advancements and changing consumer preferences. The market size is estimated at 99.44 billion USD in 2024 and is expected to reach 134.50 billion USD by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 6.23% during the forecast period (2024-2029). The industry is responding to a growing appetite for innovative dining experiences that cater to a diverse range of tastes and lifestyles.