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PM Nord snaps up German cafe outlets for Pret expansion

The franchisee plans to build five Pret A Manger cafes before the end of the year.

PM Nord snaps up German cafe outlets for Pret expansion

The franchisee plans to build five Pret A Manger cafes before the end of the year.

Creams Café’s burgeoning growth driven by consumer indulgence

The new COO brings 3 things to the table as UK’s favourite dessert parlour eyes global expansion beginning with the Middle East.

Convenience is pushing consumers away from takeaways and towards deliveries

Delivery trading went up by 10% whilst takeaway and click-and-collect went down by 3%.

TGI Fridays trials customisable two-course meals

It offers a selection of appetisers and mains.

Costa Coffee unveils Christmas menu offerings

The seasonal menu is available starting 2 November.

1 in 2 restaurants raising prices to cope with energy costs

Average restaurant and pub bills have surged 81%.

2 in 5 hospitality workers likely to consider a career change

Despite this, 62% of hospitality leaders feel optimistic about their business.

Pret enters new JV with US franchisee

The agreement will see the introduction of new formats including drive-thrus.

PizzaExpress sets sights on Canada

The move is part of the brand’s global expansion plans.

Caffe Nero to revitalise 100 cafes in store refurbishment programme

The group reported a 19% surge in sales in the first quarter of the financial year.

Just Eat Takeaway free flow cash to break even in H2 2023

The company reported growth across Northern Europe, Britain and Ireland.

Giraffe World Kitchen announces first Qatar opening

The brand recently opened a slew of international airport locations.

Creams Cafe names new COO

The brand has over 16 years of experience in the F&B and hospitality industry.

Fast food menus focus on main meals and LTOs in response to shift in consumer demand

Main meals and combos are becoming increasingly important, followed by coffee.

German Doner Kebab partners with Paramount Pictures for Sumotherhood release

The film will feature a cameo of the brand’s iconic meal box.