Franchising
US-based Slim Chickens is coming to the UK
US-based Slim Chickens is coming to the UK
The chain has partnered with Harry Ramsden’s owners Boparan Holdings to launch their first UK restaurant in the Spring.
Starbucks to roll out first outlet in Italy
The coffee giant plans to hire 150 people for its first Italian store.
Pi Pizza lands in London this February
The artisanal pizzeria Pi is winging its way from Winchester to London.
Daddy Bao opens second site in Tooting
It will open its doors in Tooting on the 16th of February 2018.
Pret A Manger opens first shops in Scandinavia
The shops are due to open on the 7th and the 8th of February in partnership with HMSHost International.
Comptoir Libanais makes regional debut at Grand Central
The Lebanese restaurant is due to open in March.
Pizza Hut to open first outlet in Zimbabwe
Opening on February 2, 2018, the launch is likely to increase competition in the country's fast food retail business.
Barburrito expands into airports
The brand's partnership with Edinburgh Airport resulted in a new airport site.
Papa John's opens two further sites
Papa John’s is actively recruiting for franchisees to join the team.
The Vurger Co to launch first permanent site in March 2018
It will be located at Shoreditch, East London.
Patty & Bun to open first restaurant outside of London
The debut regional restaurant is located at 56 Ship Street in Brighton.
Donut King and Crust Gourmet Pizza Bar to launch in the UK
In total, 250 Crust outlets and 140 Donut King outlets are set to open in the first ten years.
Domino's completes Hallo Pizza acquisition
It has announced that its one third owned German joint venture has completed the acquisition of Hallo Pizza.
Pret A Manger to open Stratford-upon-Avon on January 12
The shop will be located in Bards Walk Shopping Arcade and near to Henley Street.
Zia Lucia opens second site in Brook Green
The brand offers vegetable charcoal, whole meal, and gluten free dough pizzas.
Crêperie L'Ami Malo to open in Spitalfields
The modern crêperie and bar is officially opening on the 31st of January.
Rudie's Boxpark to soft launch on January 12
After the soft launch, the second site of Rudie’s will officially open on 15th January at Boxpark Shoreditch.
