UK
Greggs shutters 56 restaurant as pre-tax profit falls 14.3% in H1
Greggs shutters 56 restaurant as pre-tax profit falls 14.3% in H1
Earnings per share came in at 45.3 pence.
Digital discounts surge 25% in UK foodservice
These discounts are aggressively present in delivery platforms
Burger King launches BBQ Bundle to capitalise on summer barbecue dining trends
The campaign targets Brits frustrated by failed BBQs, offering a flame-grilled alternative.
Wasabi looks to expand despite profit dive
The brand also cut over 100 jobs.
The Salad Project to open two new sites in August
The new locations will be in Victoria and Southwark.
April wage hike drives higher F&B costs in June
Foodservice price tracker saw a 2% month-on-month increase.
Chipotle to give out free hand-mashed guac this National Avocado Day
It will be only available for orders made via the Chipotle app or website.
Casual dining Thai restaurant Busaba sold in pre-pack deal
The chain was sold to Seaco Investments.
wagamama expands to India
The brand will open its first flagship in Mumbai.
QFM Group sells 21 Costa Coffee outlets to Sim Trava
This brings Sim Trava’s total Costa locations to 80.
Which Wich signs first multi-unit franchise deal in Cardiff
The move follows the chain’s initial UK launch in central London.
Pizza chains limit price hikes to stay competitive
Major pizza chains cost 40% less than those at casual dining chains.
Shake Shack UK parent posts £1.06m profit for FY2024
The brand opened two restaurants in 2024.
McDonald’s adds new McFlurry, customisable drinks to summer menu
Spicy Chicken McNuggets are also returning, along with the Spicy Chilli Dip.
Urban Greens launches room service dining at The Hoxton, Shoreditch
The move marks the brand’s expansion into hospitality.
UK QSRs turn to gamified loyalty programs
Rewards are now standard, with 93% managed through apps.
Caprinos Pizza targets 18 new UK locations
To date, the brand operates a total of 110 UK outlets.