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Coffee#1 turns 25 with free cake giveaway
Coffee#1 turns 25 with free cake giveaway
A limited-edition “Birthday Fudge Mocha” will also join the menu for the occasion.
2 hours ago
Auntie Anne’s celebrates World Pretzel Day with 1,000 pretzel giveaway
Auntie Anne’s celebrates World Pretzel Day with 1,000 pretzel giveaway
Each location will give away 100 free pretzels.
21 hours ago
Domino’s Pizza Group reports sales lift of 5.8% in Q1
Domino’s Pizza Group reports sales lift of 5.8% in Q1
The group said its costs are hedged for up to 2027.
22 hours ago
Comptoir Group reports £1.37m loss in 2025
Comptoir Group reports £1.37m loss in 2025
EBITDA inched up to £1.1m in 2025 from £0.8m in 2024.
1 day ago
McDonald’s UK&I breakfast gets a fiery upgrade this May
McDonald’s UK&I breakfast gets a fiery upgrade this May
A new breakfast wrap is also being added to the lineup.
1 day ago
McDonald’s launches nationwide paid work scheme for UK youth
McDonald’s launches nationwide paid work scheme for UK youth
The scheme will be run through franchisees and prioritise areas with fewer opportunities.
2 days ago
Bunsik expands to Southampton with Westquay Food Court opening
Bunsik expands to Southampton with Westquay Food Court opening
The first 100 customers will receive a free corn dog on a first-come, first-served basis.
2 days ago
Burger King UK chases marathon runners with post-race Whopper offer
Burger King UK chases marathon runners with post-race Whopper offer
The campaign draws on a broader trend tied to the UK’s increase in recreational running.
2 days ago
Honey Chicken returns to Chipotle UK after strong 2025 run
Honey Chicken returns to Chipotle UK after strong 2025 run
The item will also be offered as part of the chain’s High Protein Cup for the first time.
2 days ago
Creams Café files trademark for ‘Froffle Toast’ launch
Creams Café files trademark for ‘Froffle Toast’ launch
This move aims to secure ownership before similar versions appear.
2 days ago
Less than two weeks left to nominate at the QSR Media UK Awards 2026
Less than two weeks left to nominate at the QSR Media UK Awards 2026
18 categories are now open for nominations.
2 days ago
Social Media Wrap: Burger King partners with Pringles; Caprinos launches Detroit-style pizzas; Shake Shack features Manchester mural artist
Social Media Wrap: Burger King partners with Pringles; Caprinos launches Detroit-style pizzas; Shake Shack features Manchester mural artist
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
2 days ago
Uber buys Prosus stake in Delivery Hero for $318.06m
Uber buys Prosus stake in Delivery Hero for $318.06m
The tech-based platform is buying 4.5% shares from Prosus.
3 days ago
Sticks’n’Sushi launches Japanese Rice Lager with Mikkeller
Sticks’n’Sushi launches Japanese Rice Lager with Mikkeller
It features light rice and citrus flavours, a mild sweetness, and a clean finish.
3 days ago
KFC drops 60-piece Popcorn Chicken bucket for £5.99
KFC drops 60-piece Popcorn Chicken bucket for £5.99
It is available until 17 May, whilst supplies last.
3 days ago
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Executive insights
QSRs are shifting toward 'smarter' value-led strategies as price sensitivity heightens
The future winners will not simply be the cheapest or the biggest expanders.
6 hours ago
Executive insights
B Bagel highlights delivery as core channel reshaping operations
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Building tighter operational systems and training ensures delivery quality mirrors in-store execution.
2 days ago
Research
UK fast-food’s cheapest items are getting more expensive faster
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More than half of the leading brands recorded declining performance.
2 days ago
Research
Fast food pricing pressures intensifies as traffic weakens
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Growth has been largely because of new openings instead of visit frequency.
Executive insights
YouMeSushi sharpens operations as expansion continues
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Growth to be supported by simpler menus and stronger franchise systems amidst ongoing cost pressures.
Executive insights
Ole & Steen targets smarter promotions as value pressure builds
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Data-led promotions replace blanket deals to drive traffic and margins.
Franchising
Papa Johns franchisee pivots to AI to combat labour stress
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Cost pressures accelerated digital maturity to strengthen UK business resilience.
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The future winners will not simply be the cheapest or the biggest expanders.
