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Chipotle’s Chicken al Pastor is back in the UK
Chipotle’s Chicken al Pastor is back in the UK
The dish is now available in a high-protein cup for the first time.
McDonald’s brings Tikka Chicken Wrap to UK menus
The wrap joins the Wrap of the Day deal on Wednesdays and Saturdays at £2.49.
Pret lines up new Heathrow T5 arrivals shop
The new site will operate a 24-hour kitchen and trial handheld payment devices.
Dodo Pizza lands in Hungary with 30-restaurant ambition
The first branch is set to open in Budapest.
London Jerk entry puts Sides ahead at fried chicken contest
The platter combined a burger, tenders, wings, and slaw with London Jerk spice and buttermilk ranch.
Chinese takeaways spike over Christmas and New Year’s Eve
Orders are set to rise further ahead of the Chinese New Year.
Voice concierge debuts in UK amid 2026 global rollout
The UK market serves as the primary launchpad before the international debut.
Richard Pigott takes helm at Boparan Restaurant Group
The former CEO stepped down after a six-year tenure.
Piccolo Me targets Melbourne universities for franchise expansion
The Sydney-based brand secured dedicated head office infrastructure to support a massive increase in Victorian site numbers.
Heavenly Desserts offers £22 dine-for-two Valentine’s deal
The promotion includes one drink and either a dessert or brunch main per person.
IRO Sushi lifts sales 29% after 2025 openings
Like-for-like sales rose to 19%.
KFC UK&I rolls out Kwench drinks nationwide
The rollout is supported by a £38m investment from KFC and its franchise partners.
KFC redistributes 5 million meals through FareShare partnership
KFC freezes surplus chicken for distribution to over 1,300 UK charities via FareShare Go.
Pizza Hut launches fine-dining experiment with acclaimed chef Yanis Yahoui
The chain’s everyday ingredients were the highlights of the menu.
Captain D’s opens second UK outlet in Kent food court
The new branch seats 48 people.
Highlands Coffee targets $400m in Vietnam IPO—report
The Jollibee-backed chain has nearly 1,000 sites.
Chaiiwala names James Kang as CEO to lead Canada expansion
The brand aims to expand to 100 locations by 2030.
Commentary
Beverage first formats are reshaping consumption in India’s QSR market
Evolving kitchen operations are helping QSR brands navigate supply and cost uncertainties