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Auntie Anne’s UK leans on bold branding to grow in tough times
The brand is embracing innovation, franchise agility, and a playful image to expand across the UK and Ireland.
6 days ago
Weekly Global Wrap: Starbucks to hire global content creator; Ohio-based pizza chain opens first robotic restaurant; Luckin Coffee launches AI smart assistant Lucky
Weekly Global Wrap: Starbucks to hire global content creator; Ohio-based pizza chain opens first robotic restaurant; Luckin Coffee launches AI smart assistant Lucky
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
4 hours ago
Little Dessert Shop opens first dark kitchen in Preston
Little Dessert Shop opens first dark kitchen in Preston
This comes amidst a rise in sales in the delivery and takeaway market.
2 days ago
wagamama responds to demand for customisation with new summer menu
wagamama responds to demand for customisation with new summer menu
New dishes include a build-your-own donburi and low-calorie noodle options.
2 days ago
Pizza Hut kicks off Champions League weekend with half-price deals
Pizza Hut kicks off Champions League weekend with half-price deals
This will be available only for delivery or collection.
4 days ago
Subway extends jacket potatoes Spudway trial until September
Subway extends jacket potatoes Spudway trial until September
A rise in sales and customer visits was seen at its trial sites since February.
4 days ago
Bleecker Burger expands to Soho
KFC to spend £1.49b in UK and Ireland growth plan
QSR Media expands to the Middle East with launch of first conference
QSR Media expands to the Middle East with launch of first conference
The event will also feature the first QSR Media Middle East Awards.
5 days ago
Social Media Wrap: Slim Chickens multiple restaurant openings; Chatime launches booth at Comic Con; Greggs unveils a new bake
Social Media Wrap: Slim Chickens multiple restaurant openings; Chatime launches booth at Comic Con; Greggs unveils a new bake
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
6 days ago
Weekly Global Wrap: McDonald's closes spin-off brand; Starbucks launch self-service kiosk; TGI Fridays overhauls menu
Weekly Global Wrap: McDonald's closes spin-off brand; Starbucks launch self-service kiosk; TGI Fridays overhauls menu
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Hospitality insolvencies climb to 826 in Q1
Hospitality insolvencies climb to 826 in Q1
This represents a 3% increase from the previous quarter.
PizzaExpress opens second airport location at Edinburgh
PizzaExpress opens second airport location at Edinburgh
Its first airport location opened at London Gatwick.
Santa Maria celebrates 15th year with pizza menu expansion
Santa Maria celebrates 15th year with pizza menu expansion
They have also collaborated with Bro Pizzeria to create the limited edition San Ciro pizza.
Greggs removes self-service fridges in some stores
Greggs removes self-service fridges in some stores
Sandwiches are now behind the counter.
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TGI Fridays blends tradition with tech and breakfast
The brand leverages its rewards app and breakfast range to target new diners.
3 days ago
Executive insights
Gong cha targets 10,000 stores with global expansion
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The bubble tea maker is scaling operations and boosting franchise partnerships overseas.
4 days ago
Executive insights
Auntie Anne’s UK leans on bold branding to grow in tough times
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The brand is embracing innovation, franchise agility, and a playful image to expand across the UK and Ireland.
6 days ago
Executive insights
Expert sees slowing growth, rising prices, and fierce competition in the QSR market
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American chicken chains have increased their presence in the UK.
6 days ago
Research
Burger prices rise as UK restaurant inflation hits new high
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Prices for beef burgers in major quick-service restaurant chains increased by 3%.
Executive insights
Church’s Texas Chicken eyes UK as launchpad for European growth
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The brand expects a third of its target sales to come from this market.
Research
Operators often miss promotional opportunities in Easter
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The holiday is often sees consistent traffic growth compared to other holidays.
Event News
The event will also feature the first QSR Media Middle East Awards.
