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TGI Fridays UK parent files for administration
TGI Fridays UK parent files for administration
The brand is reportedly going to be sold for a third time.
8 hours ago
LEON issues statement on Richmond restaurant closure
Social Media Wrap: Slim Chickens expands to Dublin; Shake Shack partners with Fortnums & Mason; Gong cha brings back limited-edition Snowman bottles
Social Media Wrap: Slim Chickens expands to Dublin; Shake Shack partners with Fortnums & Mason; Gong cha brings back limited-edition Snowman bottles
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
14 hours ago
Valentine’s Day delivers busiest Whopper Wednesday of 2025
Valentine’s Day delivers busiest Whopper Wednesday of 2025
Burger King has unveiled its annual consumption habit report.
15 hours ago
Warrens Bakery accelerates travel-site growth in London
Warrens Bakery accelerates travel-site growth in London
The bakery chain opened its first bakery in a London travel site.
15 hours ago
Tortilla launches winter menu with five LTO items
Tortilla launches winter menu with five LTO items
The brand also hosted a special party to launch the event.
15 hours ago
PAUL’s Galette des Rois arrives this Holiday season
PAUL’s Galette des Rois arrives this Holiday season
The Galette des Rois is priced at £21.95 and goes on sale from 26 December.
1 day ago
Papa Johns plans 20-store expansion in Northern Ireland
Papa Johns plans 20-store expansion in Northern Ireland
The brand estimates that this will generate 400 jobs over the next 10 years.
1 day ago
McDonald’s launches daily Grinch-themed deals for December
McDonald’s launches daily Grinch-themed deals for December
All deals are available through the McDonald’s app in the Rewards and Offers section.
2 days ago
Domino’s opens first ‘Pod’ outlet in Wellington
Domino’s opens first ‘Pod’ outlet in Wellington
At 720 square feet, Pod stores offer a smaller, more convenient Domino’s experience.
2 days ago
‘Bitesize Greggs’ opens Dartford Station store
‘Bitesize Greggs’ opens Dartford Station store
The new outlet brings 11 new jobs and follows the first trial site at Sevenoaks station.
2 days ago
US fast casual chain Velvet Taco taps names new CEO
US fast casual chain Velvet Taco taps names new CEO
Under Schultz, the chain targets city and airport growth.
5 days ago
Weekly Global Wrap: Shanghai aims to be a smart restaurant hub; KFC Japan readies for Christmas rush; Chick-fil-A steps away from non-traditional restaurant models
Weekly Global Wrap: Shanghai aims to be a smart restaurant hub; KFC Japan readies for Christmas rush; Chick-fil-A steps away from non-traditional restaurant models
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
5 days ago
Chipotle and travel brand BÉIS launch food-friendly luggage line
Chipotle and travel brand BÉIS launch food-friendly luggage line
The “To Go” Collection features insulated compartments and pockets for napkins and utensils.
5 days ago
McDonald’s rolls out Grinch-themed seasonal menu
McDonald’s rolls out Grinch-themed seasonal menu
New winter drinks include Coconut Latte and Coconut Hot Chocolate.
6 days ago
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Price spread between fast-food and coffee chains exceeds 100%
Core items such as cappuccino and latte prices rose by about 9%, whilst speciality drinks have surged even more sharply.
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Afternoons now drives coffee traffic
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Mid-afternoon to early evenings have become the fastest-growing daypart for coffee shops and bakeries.
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Subway expands digital strategy with UK gift card launch
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The gift cards complement existing digital touch points like kiosks and mobile ordering.
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London leads UK’s coffee and bakery boom
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In the UK, there are an average of 1.75 outlets for every 10,000 people.
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Afternoon crowds shift coffee rush hour
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The morning rush is now replaced with a more social coffee occasion.
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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.
Event News
Various brand leaders from the QSR industry in the region are in attendance.
