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Wingers invests £150k to expand in-house marination facility
Wingers invests £150k to expand in-house marination facility
This comes as the company announced a 59.5% growth in like-for-like sales figures.
Chopstix opens first outlet in Romania
The new site is opening in Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport.
Franchising drives a third of Pret A Manger’s global sales in H1 2024
H1 2024 system sales across company-owned and franchise shops increased by 10%.
Why the restaurant industry’s rush to automate keeps hitting a roadblock
Unclear return on investments is making the industry hesitant.
SIDES launches new spice level ‘Nuke’
The new dish was launched in collaboration with professional darts player Luke Littler.
Burger King trials dedicated delivery brand Gourmet Kings
The new menu is an exclusive with Deliveroo.
Cooks Coffee Company reports 23.1% sales surge
The group currently has 83 sites.
PizzaExpress opens record store in Birmingham
It will be the first one the brand opened outside of London.
Costa Coffee unveils new Autumn merch
The merchandise is inspired by its Maple Hazel range.
Starbucks CEO eyes reclaiming the coffeehouse vibe in 4-part strategy
The brand currently aims to use these strategies in the US.
TRG eyes more sites for Wagamama
The group’s long-term plan is to reach 220 restaurants in the UK.
Bella Italia launches first rewards app
The launch is in line with its recent brand repositioning.
Tamil Prince launches fast casual concept Tamila
The menu takes inspiration from South Indian cuisine.
Pizza Hut Europe reports $10.8m after tax profit for 2023
This comes after reporting a $126.7m loss the year before.
TGI Fridays UK operator drops US parent buyout plan
Hostmore expects to delist following the sale of its corporate restaurants.
KFC opens first permanent youth hub in Middlesbrough
The brand plans to open five by 2030.
Frankie & Benny’s launches massive 40% discount promo
It aims to help ease the cost of living pressures.
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