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Weekly Global News Wrap: Just Eat weighs Grubhub sale; Chipotle’s US$50m venture fund; Panera widens coffee subscription programme
Weekly Global News Wrap: Just Eat weighs Grubhub sale; Chipotle’s US$50m venture fund; Panera widens coffee subscription programme
Here is a summary of the most interesting news stories of the week from around the world.
Yoshinoya fires director for remark on getting women "hooked" on products
His conduct was described by the company as "completely unacceptable."
Yum China names Johnson Huang as first chief customer officer
Warton Wang, currently the company's chief development officer, will succeed Huang as general manager for KFC.
Subway brings back Costa Coffee to Singapore after three-year hiatus
The move is part of the chain’s latest campaign to get a larger share of breakfast.
Huxtaburger celebrates 4/20 with limited edition hemp-based offering
The burger brand partnered with BUDS for the product launch.
Roll’d adds two new fillings to bánh mì range
A dollar for every bánh mì sold from 25th April to 15th May will be donated to Blue Dragon Children’s Foundation.
Hungry Jack’s launches Jack’s Cafe across WA restaurants
The state-wide launch is part of the business’ plan to roll out the beverage brand across all 450-plus locations by June.
Recruitment, retention challenges still a major concern for hospitality leaders
A new survey highlighted widespread job vacancies and upward pressure on labour costs.
Taco Bell’s Gloucester restaurant to open on April 28
This will be the brand’s 95th opening in the UK.
Nearly three in four consumers want ‘lack’ of accessibility in hospitality venues addressed: survey
Restaurants scored low in terms of having a good reputation for adhering to disabled people’s needs.
Burger King brings back halloumi fries for a limited time
The item, available as a 6-piece or 9-piece side, was first launched in June 2021.
Wagamama expands retail range with two new mayo products
The sauces were inspired by the brand’s katsu curry and firecracker.
Jollibee's latest safety video spotlights “newfound joy” of dining in-store after years of varying restrictions
Also highlighted were the chain’s fully vaccinated store teams and checking of vaccination cards for indoor dining.
Donut King partners with PlayStation to launch limited edition donuts
The six-week promotional period will also feature a giveaway, prizes of which include five PlayStation 5 consoles.
Uber Eats teams up with Rakuten for payment service integration
Users will also be able to earn Rakuten Points when ordering through Uber Eats and pay for orders using earned points.
Ferguson Plarre Bakehouses opens first drive-thru site
The store also includes a brand new cold drinks menu that features a shake made with cake.
Boost Juice, Betty’s items now part of Virgin Australia’s new in-flight and lounge menus
The partnerships are a “game-changer” for the Virgin Australia guest offering, the airline company said.
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