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Social Media Wrap: Caffe Nero introduces winter menu; Five Guys launch £10 deal; Costa Coffee teases new drink
Social Media Wrap: Caffe Nero introduces winter menu; Five Guys launch £10 deal; Costa Coffee teases new drink
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
2 hours ago
Costa Coffee to debut first Matcha Latte line nationwide
Costa Coffee to debut first Matcha Latte line nationwide
The coffee chain also unveils seasonal menu and returning favourites.
5 hours ago
Subway sees fermented flavours and texture driving 2026 menus
Subway sees fermented flavours and texture driving 2026 menus
EMEA culinary outlook highlights flavour depth, sensory experience and value
6 hours ago
Happy Meal goes artistic in McDonald’s and Crayola collaboration
Happy Meal goes artistic in McDonald’s and Crayola collaboration
The new campaign is available across EMEA, the UK, Asia, and Canada.
1 day ago
Weekly Global Wrap: Mixue debuts in the US; TGI Fridays UK to shut 20 sites; Krispy Kreme sells Japan unit
Weekly Global Wrap: Mixue debuts in the US; TGI Fridays UK to shut 20 sites; Krispy Kreme sells Japan unit
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
1 day ago
Hero Brands posts £1.4m EBITDA for 2024
Greggs opens 600th franchise outlet
Greggs opens 600th franchise outlet
The company currently works with 14 franchise partners across the UK.
2 days ago
Fred Bakery opens second London site at Oxford Circus
Fred Bakery opens second London site at Oxford Circus
It features a split-level layout and serves hot drinks and sourdough, amongst others.
Burger King UK receives additional funding from buyout firm—report
Burger King UK receives additional funding from buyout firm—report
The brand plans to open an even split of company-owned and franchised sites.
Social Media Wrap: Chipotle brings back Lipotle giveaway; Krispy Kreme unveils special Christmas display; Caffe Nero launches partner giveaways
Social Media Wrap: Chipotle brings back Lipotle giveaway; Krispy Kreme unveils special Christmas display; Caffe Nero launches partner giveaways
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Pret A Manger expands in Newcastle with Eldon Square outlet
Pret A Manger expands in Newcastle with Eldon Square outlet
The new outlet is expected to create 15 new local jobs.
Weekly Global Wrap: Cotti launches in Dubai; Taco Bell hops on dip trends; McDonald's removes AI ad
Weekly Global Wrap: Cotti launches in Dubai; Taco Bell hops on dip trends; McDonald's removes AI ad
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Costa Coffee opens new outlet in Manchester Airport
Costa Coffee opens new outlet in Manchester Airport
The opening has created 24 new jobs.
Greggs opens smaller ‘Bitesize’ shop at Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet
Greggs opens smaller ‘Bitesize’ shop at Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet
The new outlet operates seven days a week and has created 15 jobs.
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TGI Fridays’ relaunch falters amidst casual dining slump
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Falling footfall, rising costs, and a delayed revamp hurt the brand.
Research
Price spread between fast-food and coffee chains exceeds 100%
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Core items such as cappuccino and latte prices rose by about 9%, whilst speciality drinks have surged even more sharply.
Research
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.
Executive insights
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.
Research
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.
Research
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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Various brand leaders from the QSR industry in the region are in attendance.
