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Chocoberry expands in UK with Gen Z-Driven growth
It sold 16 franchises in the past 14 months.
5 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.
5 hours 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.
5 hours ago
Badiani’s Pistachio Hot Chocolate returns
Badiani’s Pistachio Hot Chocolate returns
The chain has also updated its hot chocolate menu range.
4 days ago
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.
4 days ago
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.
5 days ago
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.
5 days ago
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.
5 days ago
wagamama rolls out new customisable kids’ bento box
wagamama rolls out new customisable kids’ bento box
The bento boxes have over 1,000 possible combinations.
5 days ago
Honest Burgers acquires 12 Gourmet Burger Kitchen sites
Honest Burgers acquires 12 Gourmet Burger Kitchen sites
This brings the brand’s footprint to more than 50.
5 days ago
Social Media Wrap: Mowgli's passport loyalty scheme; Gong cha Pumpkin Spice range returns; Chopstix unveils winter snacks
Social Media Wrap: Mowgli's passport loyalty scheme; Gong cha Pumpkin Spice range returns; Chopstix unveils winter snacks
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
6 days ago
What’s holding back the UK’s restaurant industry?
What’s holding back the UK’s restaurant industry?
New research reveals the key enablers of growth and persistent operational challenges.
6 days ago
Papa Johns launches new loyalty programme
Papa Johns launches new loyalty programme
It is partnering with Massive Rocket to refine its data use and offers.
6 days ago
Tortilla partners with award-winning sauce maker for new menu launch
Tortilla partners with award-winning sauce maker for new menu launch
Two new toppings will also join the menu.
6 days ago
Wendy’s UK net profit dips 25.3% in 2024
Wendy’s UK net profit dips 25.3% in 2024
The burger chain opened only one restaurant during the year.
6 days ago
Pasta Evangelists’ losses climb to £16.4m in 2024
Pasta Evangelists’ losses climb to £16.4m in 2024
Gross profit for the year increased by 25.71%.
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Executive insights
Chocoberry expands in UK with Gen Z-Driven growth
It sold 16 franchises in the past 14 months.
5 days ago
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.
Research
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.
Research
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.
Event News
Various brand leaders from the QSR industry in the region are in attendance.
Commentary
How restaurants can own more customer relationships