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Wendy's eyes 50 UK openings in 2022
Wendy's eyes 50 UK openings in 2022
Revenues at the restaurants it has opened this year are “far more” than the chain had expected.
Le Pain Quotidien makes cage-free eggs commitment
It joins a growing number of food companies that have announced global commitments to eliminate the use of cages in their egg supply chains.
Domino’s to create 650 new jobs in Ireland
It also has to open an additional 10 stores over the next two years.
Greggs sees vegan sausage roll shortage due to Britain’s supply chain disruption
The item was launched by the high street group in 2019 and helped to serve up a significant sales boost in the same year.
Delivery, takeaway sales slow in October as dine-in confidence builds
At-home sales, however, are still 98% higher than 2019 levels.
Domino’s yodels for pizza in first UK Christmas ad campaign
The chain wanted a campaign that differentiated from the emotional ads usually seen this time of year.
Burger King UK owner hires banks for planned £600m London IPO: report
The timing and size of the deal “have yet to be finalised”.
Pizza Hut Delivery expands to petrol stations with EG Group franchise deal
The partnership will see EG Group franchise eight new trial stores, creating about 90 jobs.
Wendy’s on track to have 10 UK sites open by end-2021
It reported 'extremely strong sales' across its fledgling UK estate.
Buying expert to chains: have ‘close communication’ with suppliers to avoid Christmas shortages
Lynx Purchasing is also calling for keeping menu descriptions flexible.
UK restaurant, pub sales in October up 3% from pre-COVID levels despite mounting operational pressures
Rolling 12-month sales, however, was down 4.5% for managed pubs, bars and restaurants.
UK chains roll out Christmas menus
New items include vegan paninis and flatbreads.
Papa John’s opens store in Evesham
It continues to seek multi-unit franchisees, including those who are interested in opening up in a ‘non-traditional’ location.
Shopper confidence falls anew in October
Consumers are increasingly focusing on saving money, IGD says.
KFC launches Princess Diana-inspired jumper
The sustainably-sourced item celebrates the release of the new film ‘Spencer’.
Popeyes to feature first vegan product as part of UK debut
All chicken served, meanwhile, will be fully-sourced from the UK.
Taco Bell set to open 75th UK restaurant in Thorne
The chain will give free churros with dulce de leche for the first 100 drive-thru customers.
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