The HoReCa & foodservice sector in Spain (hotels, restaurants and cafés) is a key driver of out-of-home food consumption and a strategic channel for the food industry, retail and distribution. This INFOODSPRO category covers the latest HoReCa and foodservice news, with a focus on companies, operators and market trends shaping the sector in Spain.
This section features updates on HoReCa and foodservice companies, including business results, revenue performance, growth and market evolution, as well as corporate movements such as acquisitions, mergers, investments and expansion strategies. It also tracks executive appointments and leadership changes across hospitality groups, restaurant chains and foodservice operators.
Content also includes food innovation within the HoReCa and foodservice channel, highlighting new product launches, new formats and consumer trends in out-of-home consumption. INFOODSPRO analyses the evolution of the foodservice market in Spain, including the growth of organized foodservice, professional channels and their interaction with food retail.
This page aggregates content related to the HoReCa & foodservice sector in Spain, making it easier to follow key developments in hospitality, restaurants and market dynamics. It is designed for professionals looking to understand the evolution of out-of-home consumption and identify business opportunities across the food industry.
17/12/25, Barcelona. Axel Hotels has solidified its growth in 2025 with a revenue forecast of 46.5 million euros and an average occupancy rate of 90%. The chain reaffirms its commitment to the franchise model as a strategic pillar, with two new openings confirmed for 2026: Axel Beach Crete and Axel Hotel Porto.
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19/12/25, Barcelona. Grupo Paraguas has established the Spanish Wine Institute in collaboration with Idegat to position itself as a leading Spanish-speaking academic authority in higher oenological education. The Master’s in High Sommelier Studies, the initiative’s flagship program, will begin in September 2026, targeting elite professionals.
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23/12/25, Barcelona. Fergus Group has finalized the addition of the Santa Susanna Resort Affiliated by Fergus, a three-star establishment with 214 rooms catering to the family segment. Located on the Costa del Maresme in Barcelona, the hotel will begin operations under the group’s management on January 12, 2026.
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18/12/25, Barcelona. The Big Mamma Group is opening its new Circolo Popolare on a corner of Barcelona’s Passeig de Gràcia. The establishment spans 900 square meters, with capacity for 1,000 diners per day, and features a 140‑square‑meter kitchen specialized in metre‑long pizza of up to 80 centimeters.
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29/09/25, Barcelona. Transgourmet Ibérica, dedicated to hospitality and local supermarket distribution, launches the first edition of “Transgourmet Jóvenes Chefs”, a gastronomic competition aimed at rewarding and showcasing hospitality school students’ talent. Catalonia will be this initiative’s starting point, aspiring to grow and reach training centers throughout Spain. The competition will feature Torres Brothers, Sergio and Javier, the company’s Horeca channel image, who with 3 Michelin stars will be part of an exceptional jury alongside Javier Martínez, chef of Castell Peralada restaurant, also Michelin-starred.
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