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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.
4 hours 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.
3 hours 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.
1 day 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.
1 day 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.
5 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.
6 days ago
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.
6 days ago
QSR Media Middle East Conference & Awards 2025 kicks off in Dubai
QSR Media Middle East Conference & Awards 2025 kicks off in Dubai
Various brand leaders from the QSR industry in the region are in attendance.
6 days ago
Social Media Wrap: Domino's Chick 'N' Dip; Frankie & Benny's celebrates 30th birthday; Greggs releases limited edition bean bag
Social Media Wrap: Domino's Chick 'N' Dip; Frankie & Benny's celebrates 30th birthday; Greggs releases limited edition bean bag
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Greggs partners with Too Good To Go to launch £2.99 grab bags
Greggs partners with Too Good To Go to launch £2.99 grab bags
The grab bags will be available in 1,800 Greggs shops across the UK.
Domino’s Pizza Group introduces chicken sub-brand in the UK
Domino’s Pizza Group introduces chicken sub-brand in the UK
It is currently being trialled at 187 Domino's restaurants.
Weekly Global Wrap: Starbucks China's price tag; Noodle's & Company mulls sale; Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers sold for US$700m
Weekly Global Wrap: Starbucks China's price tag; Noodle's & Company mulls sale; Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers sold for US$700m
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Heavenly Desserts unveils Carrot Cake 2.0 for autumn
Heavenly Desserts unveils Carrot Cake 2.0 for autumn
The dish takes its inspiration from the South Asian classic, gajar halwa.
PizzaExpress opens second Cambridge site on Bridge Street
PizzaExpress opens second Cambridge site on Bridge Street
The new branch will give away 200 free Margherita pizzas on 18 September.
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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.
4 hours 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.
Executive insights
Gong cha adds dessert to hook Saudi customers
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Each bowl is topped with tapioca pearls and its signature milk foam.
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Various brand leaders from the QSR industry in the region are in attendance.
