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Social Media Wrap: Popeyes celebrates 100th restaurant milestone; Costa Coffee unveils new winter blend; Chopstix's Red Box Live returns
Social Media Wrap: Popeyes celebrates 100th restaurant milestone; Costa Coffee unveils new winter blend; Chopstix's Red Box Live returns
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
15 hours ago
Tortilla adds Adobo Burrito to new winter menu
Tortilla adds Adobo Burrito to new winter menu
The lineup is about smoky depth, sweet indulgence, and vibrant festive twists.
15 hours ago
Chaiiwala opens drive-thru in Nottingham
Chaiiwala opens drive-thru in Nottingham
The opening marks a step into the brand’s plans to reach 500 restaurants in 10 years.
15 hours ago
Global Canadian dessert chain Crêpe Delicious to launch in the UK
Global Canadian dessert chain Crêpe Delicious to launch in the UK
It has over 60 locations in North America, the Middle East, and Asia.
15 hours ago
Hospitality insolvencies flatten amidst wait for festive season surge
Hospitality insolvencies flatten amidst wait for festive season surge
However, insolvencies are said to still remain historically high.
15 hours ago
Sushinoya targets six sites by 2026
Sushinoya targets six sites by 2026
The brand recently opened its third location on Charing Cross Road.
1 day ago
Hospitality urges sweeping reforms ahead of Autumn Budget
Hospitality urges sweeping reforms ahead of Autumn Budget
The sector warns short-term fixes will not address structural cost pressures.
1 day ago
Gong cha opens in Ecuador
Gong cha opens in Ecuador
This marks its third market expansion following Thailand and Colombia.
2 days ago
Popeyes reaches 100th restaurant milestone in the UK
Popeyes reaches 100th restaurant milestone in the UK
The new restaurant is located at the London Bridge station.
2 days ago
Weekly Global Wrap: Fan frenzy erupts with Starbucks 'Bearista Cup' release; Chick-fil-A trials new chicken sandwiches; KFC partners with viral game for limited-time offers.
Weekly Global Wrap: Fan frenzy erupts with Starbucks 'Bearista Cup' release; Chick-fil-A trials new chicken sandwiches; KFC partners with viral game for limited-time offers.
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
2 days ago
Côte Brasserie, GOSH Charity to raise £100k for children this Christmas
Côte Brasserie, GOSH Charity to raise £100k for children this Christmas
Diners can add £1 to their bill, and Côte will donate £1 per Pigs in Blanket sold.
5 days ago
Which Wich expands breakfast menu with Seattle’s Best Coffee collaboration
Which Wich expands breakfast menu with Seattle’s Best Coffee collaboration
Customers can now enjoy breakfast muffins with Seattle’s Best coffee, for dine-in or takeaway.
5 days ago
Pastino unveils festive holiday menu
Pastino unveils festive holiday menu
Offerings include Chorizo & Manchego Arancini accompanied by N’duja sauce.
5 days ago
YO! Sushi unveils festive menu lineup
YO! Sushi unveils festive menu lineup
The chain is also offering a free bottle of prosecco for bookings of six or more.
5 days ago
Barbs opens first restaurant in Shoreditch
Barbs opens first restaurant in Shoreditch
The new site's menu mixes Caribbean home-cooking influences with a fast-casual format.
5 days ago
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Research
London leads UK’s coffee and bakery boom
In the UK, there are an average of 1.75 outlets for every 10,000 people.
16 hours ago
Research
Afternoon crowds shift coffee rush hour
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The morning rush is now replaced with a more social coffee occasion.
Research
Restaurant expansion slows despite new players entering the UK
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Fast-food chains grew by 2%, according to recent data.
Executive insights
Chaiiwala targets hospitals, campuses in expansion push
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It wants to transform Indian dining into a modern, social experience.
Executive insights
Auntie Anne’s targets 100 UK stores by 2030
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The expansion will focus on high-traffic areas like malls and train stations.
Research
UK foodservice faces sharp price increases in 2025
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Chicken chains have increased prices the most.
Executive insights
Chocoberry expands in UK with Gen Z-Driven growth
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It sold 16 franchises in the past 14 months.
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