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LEON updates January menu with seasonal additions
LEON updates January menu with seasonal additions
The chain will also reintroduce familiar dishes in revised form until April.
Pret launches half baguettes in winter menu update
Ten pence from every soup sale goes toward The Pret Foundation.
Woking opening signals IRO Sushi UK expansion
A new outlet in Tunbridge Wells is also scheduled to open this month.
Caffè Nero names Lysa Hardy as UK CEO
She will be overseeing the UK operations, reporting to Group CEO Gerry Ford.
Starbucks Korea taps FRIENDS nostalgia with limited-time menu
The promotion runs until 3 February.
Wasabi launches winter hot meal deal
Prices start at £8.95.
Jersey Mike’s plans 400 restaurants in the UK and Ireland
This marks its first European expansion.
Starbucks Korea’s tea sales amongst younger consumers up 20% YoY
Grapefruit Honey Black Tea leads demand as tea gains traction.
Eatphoria bags multi-million-pound TAN Food investment, expands UK footprint
The multi-brand QSR will open 12 restaurants by Q2 2026.
Boxx Brands opens third dual Cinnabon-Jesters store
The group plans to open up to five more this year.
Subway tests Smashed Falafel Sub in 300 UK stores
The limited trial offers the falafel sub alongside a six-piece Falafel Bites side.
M&A critical amidst Luckin Coffee overseas growth, analyst warns
The brand is set to grow despite price wars, aided by efficiency, profits, and loyalty.
Macca’s brings back the El Maco range
The range also includes a MILO McFlurry and shake.
Starbucks rolls out sign language outlets in Saudi Arabia
Employees completed over 36 hours of Saudi Sign Language training through the LiajLehum Association.
Weekly Global Wrap: Chick-fil-a launches massive 80th anniversary campaign; Taco Bell partners with toy maker; Yum China trials burger concept
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Leading fast food brands, industry experts to join Asia’s biggest conference
The event is highly curated for business leaders in the quick-service restaurant industry.
Two weeks left to nominate at the QSR Media Asia Awards 2026
19 awards will be given to the top QSRs in Asia.
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