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Restructuring wipes 34% of Prezzo Italia estate to save margins
Restructuring wipes 34% of Prezzo Italia estate to save margins
The group is prioritising a simplified menu and forty site refurbishments to combat a gross profit margin that dipped below 40%.
Chipotle’s Chicken al Pastor is back in the UK
Chipotle’s Chicken al Pastor is back in the UK
The dish is now available in a high-protein cup for the first time.
McDonald’s brings Tikka Chicken Wrap to UK menus
McDonald’s brings Tikka Chicken Wrap to UK menus
The wrap joins the Wrap of the Day deal on Wednesdays and Saturdays at £2.49.
Pret lines up new Heathrow T5 arrivals shop
Pret lines up new Heathrow T5 arrivals shop
The new site will operate a 24-hour kitchen and trial handheld payment devices.
London Jerk entry puts Sides ahead at fried chicken contest
London Jerk entry puts Sides ahead at fried chicken contest
The platter combined a burger, tenders, wings, and slaw with London Jerk spice and buttermilk ranch.
Voice concierge debuts in UK amid 2026 global rollout
Voice concierge debuts in UK amid 2026 global rollout
The UK market serves as the primary launchpad before the international debut.
Piccolo Me targets Melbourne universities for franchise expansion
Piccolo Me targets Melbourne universities for franchise expansion
The Sydney-based brand secured dedicated head office infrastructure to support a massive increase in Victorian site numbers.

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Research Expansion-led growth triggers slump in existing store visits
Total sector footfall rose by nearly 1% but was fueled entirely by an aggressive 2% increase in new locations.
Design Gloria Jean’s weaponises ‘envirohacking’ to drive Australian sales
‘Envirohacking’ principles seek to influence purchasing behaviour.
Executive insights Hunter St. tests QSR with fish-and-chips launch
It’s as Aussie as it gets.
New concepts Tiong Bahru Bakery trials lean grab-and-go outlet
It serves pre-packaged salads, drinks, and a small coffee and tea menu.
UK QSR chains shift focus to value as costs rise
Expansion in 2026 is continuing, but more cautiously.
Executive insights Get to know Blue Coral Concepts’ new Managing Director
The group owns Five Guys, Ribs & Burgers, and Italian Street Kitchen brands.
Legal TGI Fridays’ relaunch falters amidst casual dining slump
Falling footfall, rising costs, and a delayed revamp hurt the brand.

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