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Cost pressures surge as foodservice inflation hits 6% in early 2025
Smaller restaurants operating on tight margins will struggle to absorb the costs.
20 hours ago
Phat Pasty to showcase British flavours in Japan
Phat Pasty to showcase British flavours in Japan
The trip is part of a prize won at the British Pie Awards.
33 minutes ago
LESS THAN TWO WEEKS TO NOMINATE AT THE QSR MEDIA UK REDCAT AWARDS
LESS THAN TWO WEEKS TO NOMINATE AT THE QSR MEDIA UK REDCAT AWARDS
Nominations will be accepted until 17 April only.
2 hours ago
Social Media Wrap: Yo! Sushi unveils new retail item; Tim Hortons launches new Maple BBQ range; Zizzi pranks customers with 'scratch and sniff' billboards
Social Media Wrap: Yo! Sushi unveils new retail item; Tim Hortons launches new Maple BBQ range; Zizzi pranks customers with 'scratch and sniff' billboards
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
3 hours ago
Chipotle to open first Essex restaurant at Lakeside
Chipotle to open first Essex restaurant at Lakeside
The brand will hold a grand opening event in partnership with TABASCO.
6 hours ago
Costa Coffee opens first 24-hour drive-thru in Wales
Costa Coffee opens first 24-hour drive-thru in Wales
Meanwhile, in-store service will be available daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
7 hours ago
Weekly Global Wrap: Whataburger hires ex-McDonald's exec; Jollibee launches premium burger in US Tim Hortons appoints new COO
Weekly Global Wrap: Whataburger hires ex-McDonald's exec; Jollibee launches premium burger in US Tim Hortons appoints new COO
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
2 days ago
PizzaExpress marks 60 years with new fashion collection
PizzaExpress marks 60 years with new fashion collection
The collection features eight limited-edition items.
6 days ago
TWO WEEKS LEFT TO NOMINATE FOR THE QSR MEDIA UK AWARDS 2025
TWO WEEKS LEFT TO NOMINATE FOR THE QSR MEDIA UK AWARDS 2025
Nominations are open to all multi-site fast food and fast-casual restaurants in the UK.
Industry experts joins QSR Media UK Conference & Awards 2025
Industry experts joins QSR Media UK Conference & Awards 2025
The event gathers the leaders, innovators, and top brands in the industry.
Social Media Wrap: Greggs announces new drinks; Krispy Kreme conducts consumer poll for high-demand legacy menu; Doner Shack rolls out Berlin-inspired menu
Social Media Wrap: Greggs announces new drinks; Krispy Kreme conducts consumer poll for high-demand legacy menu; Doner Shack rolls out Berlin-inspired menu
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Taco Bell offers £1.99 burrito deal for one week only
Taco Bell offers £1.99 burrito deal for one week only
The offering will include eight kinds of burritos to choose from.
Jamba unveils 'Hello Sunshine' prototype to boost experience, growth
Jamba unveils 'Hello Sunshine' prototype to boost experience, growth
The new design features self-order kiosks, digital marketing screens, and streamlined store layouts.
Weekly Global Wrap: Yum! Brands partners with NVIDIA; Food delivery aggregator launches BNPL service; Wendy's unveils Australia-exclusive menu
Weekly Global Wrap: Yum! Brands partners with NVIDIA; Food delivery aggregator launches BNPL service; Wendy's unveils Australia-exclusive menu
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
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Cost pressures surge as foodservice inflation hits 6% in early 2025
Smaller restaurants operating on tight margins will struggle to absorb the costs.
20 hours ago
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Foodservice inflation expected to rise further, analysts warn
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Inflation could go as high as 7%.
New concepts
Barbs eyes flagship store after launch of London cloud kitchen
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Its founder wants people to know that Caribbean food is not the same as Bajan food.
Executive insights
Bread Ahead eyes Philippines as springboard to Southeast Asia
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The London-based bakery will open 15 branches in the country.
Research
International brands dominate the UK & Ireland market share
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International chains lead the burger segment but coffee is still dominated by local players.
Research
Breakfast boom drives UK fast-food traffic
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Evening traffic, however, declined, with most choosing to eat at home.
Executive insights
Popeyes turns to tech to hit £200m sales
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The US-based fried chicken chain is looking for ways to engage with customers digitally.
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Nominations are open to all multi-site fast food and fast-casual restaurants in the UK.
