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Domino’s, rivals flock to chicken as competition heats up
Its popularity is driving menu innovation even at non-chicken chains.
1 day ago
Chuck E. Cheese makes multi-unit deal to expand to the UK
Chuck E. Cheese makes multi-unit deal to expand to the UK
This marks the brand’s debut in Europe.
21 hours ago
Just Eat names Craig David as its new ambassador
Just Eat names Craig David as its new ambassador
David has reworked the brand’s jingle into a garage and R&B-style track.
23 hours ago
Hospitality vacancies rise to 78,000 in August
Hospitality vacancies rise to 78,000 in August
This is the first time it has increased in a year.
23 hours ago
Which Wich expands into Scotland
Which Wich expands into Scotland
It has secured new franchise partners to launch in both Edinburgh and Glasgow.
23 hours ago
Heavenly Desserts expands brunch menu with new sweet and savoury staples
Heavenly Desserts expands brunch menu with new sweet and savoury staples
Brunch is served daily until 4 p.m. at all UK locations.
1 day ago
Bayne’s The Family Bakers launches app
Bayne’s The Family Bakers launches app
The app is part of a wider investment in digital transformation.
1 day ago
Starbucks names new UK marketing director
Starbucks names new UK marketing director
She previously served as a franchise director for SSP UK.
1 day ago
Tortilla offers free guac on National Guacamole Day
Tortilla offers free guac on National Guacamole Day
The chain will also set up a special pop-up “Guac Bar” at its Leadenhall branch.
1 day ago
Social Media Wrap: LEON's new breakfast sandwiches; Caffe Nero's Autumn menu; Greggs releases limited edition icon bean bag collection
Social Media Wrap: LEON's new breakfast sandwiches; Caffe Nero's Autumn menu; Greggs releases limited edition icon bean bag collection
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
2 days ago
Miami’s Coyo Taco to enter UK with Kuvi Hospitality franchise deal
Miami’s Coyo Taco to enter UK with Kuvi Hospitality franchise deal
The chain is known for its tortillas, salsas, and Mexican street food.
2 days ago
Weekly Global Wrap: US-chain Potbelly acquired by gas station chain; Cracker Barrel tables restaurant remodelling plans; McDonald's Japan cracks down on scalpers
Weekly Global Wrap: US-chain Potbelly acquired by gas station chain; Cracker Barrel tables restaurant remodelling plans; McDonald's Japan cracks down on scalpers
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
3 days ago
McDonald’s adds new Sausage Sandwich to its menu
McDonald’s adds new Sausage Sandwich to its menu
The new sandwich adds breakfast to the Saver Menu for the first time nationwide.
6 days ago
KFC operator Gastronomy to more than double UK restaurants by 2030
KFC operator Gastronomy to more than double UK restaurants by 2030
The expansion will target the Northwest, Midlands, Shropshire, and Wales.
Pret A Manger to trial meal deals in Q4 after £552.9m impairment
Pret A Manger to trial meal deals in Q4 after £552.9m impairment
This is despite sales having climbed by 10% in 2024.
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UK fast-food growth slows as new sites split existing demand
Market expanded 1% in H1 2025 as traffic spreads thin across more outlets.
21 hours ago
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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.
1 day ago
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Fast-food brands lose growth momentum
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London footfall also weakened for the first time since the pandemic.
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Fast food chains lean on promotions, loyalty schemes to offset weak demand
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Brands are competing for the same meal slots.
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Loyalty is no longer a ‘nice to have’—analyst
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93% of promotions in Q1 were made through mobile apps.
Executive insights
Zambrero targets 100 UK sites by 2030 with franchise push
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It has donated almost 95 million meals as part of efforts to end world hunger.
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Various brand leaders from the QSR industry in the region are in attendance.
