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Ben & Jerry’s debuts first UK mall kiosk at Merry Hill
Ben & Jerry’s debuts first UK mall kiosk at Merry Hill
The 270 sq ft unit sits near the recently refurbished M&S.
KFC UK system sales rise 9% in Q1
The company said KFC’s performance is expected to remain solid into Q2.
Yum China system sales edge up 4% in Q1 performance
Revenue rose 10% YoY to $3.3b, helped by favourable currency movements.
Luckin Coffee posts 35.3% revenue growth to $1.736b in Q1
The increase was mainly driven by a 35.8% increase in gross merchandise value (GMV).
Chatime unveils new Matcha range nationwide
The range includes Brown Sugar, Jasmine, and Earl Grey Matcha milk teas.
PizzaExpress opens first compact QSR site in Brixton
The site is expected to create around 15 jobs.
Tossed lands first airport site at Gatwick
The outlet will offer an all-day menu, including breakfast and airport-only items.
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Zambrero taps Sumin Lohani as development agent for Southeast growth
He is also due to open a second restaurant in Basingstoke as a franchise partner.
YouMeSushi accelerates UK rollout with new sites, franchise drive
The brand currently runs 30 outlets nationwide.
Starbucks global sales rise 6.2% in Q2
Revenue rose 9% to $9.5b, or 8% on a constant currency basis.
Firehouse Subs to debut in Brisbane
The brand’s opening is led by its master franchisee, Retail Food Group.
LEON resets spring menu with bigger rice boxes and returning favourites
The chain adds a Mushroom Magic rice box and new chef-led sauces.
McDonald’s expands McCrispy line with spicy kick and bacon upgrade
The chain is also introducing a spicy mayo dip as a permanent menu item.
McDonald’s unveils new line of refreshers and sodas in the US
The brand is also launching limited-edition drink carriers.
EG On The Move debuts new in-store bakery concept
The new Bill’s Bakery opened earlier this year and now operates at four forecourt sites.
Burger King UK launches limited-time Star Wars-inspired menu
A children’s Mandalorian King Jr. meal will also be available at selected locations.
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