UK
Deliveries up but takeaway dips as consumers look for more convenience
Deliveries up but takeaway dips as consumers look for more convenience
Delivery option expansion has driven growth despite flat like-for-like sales.
Krispy Kreme expands Biscoff doughnut range in the UK
This marks the 10th year of the two brands’ collaboration.
Greggs sales up 6.1% in Q3
Openings slowed amidst ‘timing of opportunities’.
The Big Table Group extends charity partnership with Dreams Come True
The group raised £160,000 for the charity.
Tortilla net income loss widens to £2.054m
Full-year adjusted EBITDA is expected to be lower than initially predicted.
Wingstop UK sees revenue jump to £125m in nine months
The increase came from a larger number of outlets and higher sales per store.
Oodles Wok rolls out new bubble tea menu
The new drinks are available in four variations.
Papa Johns, Uber Direct ink exclusive two-year partnership
The two companies first teamed up in April 2024.
Hospitality food and drink prices climbs 0.4% in August
This marks the fifth consecutive month of price increases
Consumers lean on AI tools to find and review restaurants
Operators are directed to harness AI to hear consumer voices.
Comptoir Group posts £84k net loss in H1
Basic loss per share came in at 0.07 pence.
Pret taps former RBI VP as new chief marketing officer
The new CMO has worked with some of the biggest international chains.
Korean BBQ restaurant Bullgogi expands to Manchester
The opening marks the brand’s second location.
Popeyes UK’s Ghost Pepper range returns for Halloween
The menu also includes the new Ghost Pepper Boneless chicken.
Costa Coffee reopens Coventry Precinct site with new look
It features new décor, a redesigned counter, and more plush sockets for work or study.
The Sushi Co to open seven new sites by end-2025
Franchised live kitchens will open in Basildon, Sidcup, and Worthing, amongst others.
PizzaExpress reports £5.3m loss for FY2025
The loss included an £11.18m impairment charge.
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