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Sandwich Sandwich to make international debut with first UAE store
Sandwich Sandwich to make international debut with first UAE store
The outlet is set to open in Q1 2026.
19 minutes ago
Domino's net income slips 5.2% in Q3
Social Media Wrap: Domino's costume giveaway; Gong cha rise the Pumpkin spice trend; KFC brings back the Zinger Double Down
Social Media Wrap: Domino's costume giveaway; Gong cha rise the Pumpkin spice trend; KFC brings back the Zinger Double Down
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
1 day ago
B Bagel to open new London site on New Oxford Street
B Bagel to open new London site on New Oxford Street
The expansion is part of the chain’s plan to reach 20 outlets by 2030.
2 days ago
Weekly Global Wrap: Papa Johns gets buy offer; Starbucks unveils first-ever floral drink in Japan; Chinese F&B flocks to Singapore
Weekly Global Wrap: Papa Johns gets buy offer; Starbucks unveils first-ever floral drink in Japan; Chinese F&B flocks to Singapore
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
2 days ago
Doughnut bakery chain Rodeo expands to Manchester
Doughnut bakery chain Rodeo expands to Manchester
The new shop on Stevenson Square is due to open at the end of October.
2 days ago
Burger King UK unveils new deals, brings back ‘Kids Eat Free’ offer
Burger King UK unveils new deals, brings back ‘Kids Eat Free’ offer
All deals are available exclusively through the Burger King UK app.
2 days ago
Chaiiwala taps Ben Clayton as new COO
Chaiiwala taps Ben Clayton as new COO
He will oversee franchise operations, focusing on performance, partner support, and profitability.
3 days ago
Costa Coffee expands with new Bishop Auckland drive-thru
Costa Coffee expands with new Bishop Auckland drive-thru
The new outlet has created 15 jobs locally.
3 days ago
Badiani’s Pistachio Hot Chocolate returns
Badiani’s Pistachio Hot Chocolate returns
The chain has also updated its hot chocolate menu range.
PAUL, Future Dreams partner for Pink October
PAUL, Future Dreams partner for Pink October
The bakery will donate £1 per macaron and 20% of Pink Fraisier Cake sales in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Domino's unveils first major rebrand in 13 years
Domino's unveils first major rebrand in 13 years
The new look will roll out in the coming months across the US and multiple international markets.
Shanghai’s Nonna Bakery enters UK with Holborn store
Shanghai’s Nonna Bakery enters UK with Holborn store
The bakery will serve Italian pastries and breads, including cornetti, cannoli, and focaccia.
Bread Ahead launches group tours at its Borough Market site
Bread Ahead launches group tours at its Borough Market site
Each visitor also leaves with one of the chain’s well-known doughnuts.
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Executive insights
Chocoberry expands in UK with Gen Z-Driven growth
It sold 16 franchises in the past 14 months.
Research
Who's drawing the most crowd in the UK's fast food scene?
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Overall, fast-food traffic grew 0.8% in H1.
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UK fast-food growth slows as new sites split existing demand
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Market expanded 1% in H1 2025 as traffic spreads thin across more outlets.
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Domino’s, rivals flock to chicken as competition heats up
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Its popularity is driving menu innovation even at non-chicken chains.
Research
Fast-food brands lose growth momentum
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London footfall also weakened for the first time since the pandemic.
Research
Fast food chains lean on promotions, loyalty schemes to offset weak demand
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Brands are competing for the same meal slots.
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Various brand leaders from the QSR industry in the region are in attendance.
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