Franchising
Go Greek Yogurt lands on South Molton Street for UK debut
Go Greek Yogurt lands on South Molton Street for UK debut
The first 100 customers on 11–12 July will receive a free frozen yoghurt bowl.
51 minutes ago
Milky Lane targets $100m valuation following 26 site expansion plans
The group has partnered with Royale Hospitality for its national rollout.
2 hours ago
Black Sheep Coffee lands in Lancaster with first Lancashire site
The site marks YZS2 Ltd’s first Black Sheep Coffee franchise.
1 day ago
Honi Poke hits 35 locations with Canary Wharf launch
The opening coincides with the launch of Honi Poke’s new Swicy menu.
1 day ago
Saddle Café continues Gulf expansion with Qatar debut
The company will announce the opening date and full menu at a later date.
1 day ago
SpudBros expands Express network with new Nottingham launch
The opening is one of 15 new locations planned for this year.
3 days ago
Greggs takes Bitesize format to London Bridge Station
The opening has created 16 jobs in the local area.
4 days ago
Zeus Street Greek marks 50th outlet with major expansion push
The chain has also outlined plans for over 130 new restaurant openings.
4 days ago
Houston TX Hot Chicken takes its heat overseas with UK debut
The hot chicken chain plans to open three UK locations in 2026.
6 days ago
Chaiiwala holds back US push as it works to avoid ‘getting it wrong’
The chain is prioritising the right partners and locations before entry.
KFC accelerates UK growth as chicken rivals pile in
CFO James Whitehorn said franchisee demand is supporting KFC’s 500-store expansion target.
Chicking expands Scottish presence with new Clarkston opening
The chain aims to open three more Scottish restaurants within the next month.
Luke’s Bánh Mì hits Lonsdale Street with new coloured baguettes
The brand aims to open 30 stores by 2027.
Black Sheep Coffee expands Scottish footprint with Glenrothes opening
Additional locations are planned across Fife, the Highlands, and Inverness.
Chopstix, Fluffy Fluffy set for regional debuts at centre:mk
Fluffy Fluffy will occupy 1,548 sq ft on Silbury Boulevard, with Chopstix taking 3,323 sq ft on Silbury Arcade.
Third Wave Coffee launches in Kolkata with triple café rollout
The company plans to add another five to six outlets in the city.
SIDES opens first Scottish restaurant in Glasgow
Further sites are planned in Livingston and Edinburgh, with additional UK openings in Cardiff and Liverpool.
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