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QSR market sees growth for chains, decline for independent outlets
Operators must focus on efficiency and experience this year to stay competitive.
Shake Shack, Wildfarmed partners to introduce regenerative flour buns
The new buns will now contain 25% Wildfarmed flour.
Black Sheep Coffee announces new multi-site franchise deal
The brand recently completed a nine-site development schedule.
Delivery and takeaway sales flatten in April as good weather brings people outdoors
Operators hope that momentum returns this summer.
Chopstix to debut in Brighton
The new restaurant features updated store designs and operational changes.
Little Dessert Shop opens first dark kitchen in Preston
This comes amidst a rise in sales in the delivery and takeaway market.
Pizza Hut kicks off Champions League weekend with half-price deals
This will be available only for delivery or collection.
Subway extends jacket potatoes Spudway trial until September
A rise in sales and customer visits was seen at its trial sites since February.
Bleecker Burger expands to Soho
This is the brand’s eighth site since its launch.
Gong cha targets 10,000 stores with global expansion
The bubble tea maker is scaling operations and boosting franchise partnerships overseas.
Auntie Anne’s UK leans on bold branding to grow in tough times
The brand is embracing innovation, franchise agility, and a playful image to expand across the UK and Ireland.
Expert sees slowing growth, rising prices, and fierce competition in the QSR market
American chicken chains have increased their presence in the UK.
Wasabi unveils new Summer menu
The new menu centres on an Omakase-style set meal.
Hospitality insolvencies climb to 826 in Q1
This represents a 3% increase from the previous quarter.
PizzaExpress opens second airport location at Edinburgh
Its first airport location opened at London Gatwick.
Santa Maria celebrates 15th year with pizza menu expansion
They have also collaborated with Bro Pizzeria to create the limited edition San Ciro pizza.
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