Franchising

Pod opens 24th site in Seven Dials, London

Pod launched its second site in two months on Upper St Martin’s Lane, Seven Dials.

Pod opens 24th site in Seven Dials, London

Pod launched its second site in two months on Upper St Martin’s Lane, Seven Dials.

Not Just Any in-flight Meal... This is an M&S in-flight Meal

British Airways announced that it has signed a deal with Marks & Spencer to charge passengers for sandwiches aboard short-haul flights.

ACF: Restaurants should embrace 24-hour economy

The Asian Catering Federation (ACF) which represents 20,000 ethnic restaurants in the UK, urged its London members to embrace the opportunity of all...

Cinnamon Soho to re-open on 29th September following a refurbishment

The Indian restaurant is undertaking a refurbishment this month, re-opening on 29th September with a brand new look and an all-day menu that runs from...

Taco Bell arrives at Colchester

The Mexican-style restaurant chain launched its eleventh UK outlet on Head Street in Colchester on Tuesday September 20, 2016.

Costa Express installs 6000th self-serve coffee bar

The on-the-go coffee brand announced the installation of its 6,000th self-serve coffee bar in Tesco High Wycombe, in line with the brand's target of 8...

Tortilla opens first Middle Eastern store in Festival City Mall, Dubai

The Mexican food chain launched its first outlet in the UAE on 31 August 2016 with its regional franchise partner, eathos, the group behind popular F...

Ed’s Easy Diner joins the SSP brand portfolio

SSP, the food and beverage brand operator , is set to open its first Ed’s Easy Diner at London’s Liverpool Street Station. The new restaurant is...

Cure + Cut, Balans Soho Society open at Seven Dials

The new delicatessen from restaurateur Jerome Armit and chef Rufus Wickham opened its 800 sq ft site at 36 Monmouth Street, Seven Dials. The brand...

Veggie Pret settles in Soho, looks to expand

Pret A Manger CEO, Clive Schlee, announced on his blog that the company’s vegetarian pop up will remain a permanent fixture on Broadwick Street in...

IKEA to open DIY pop-up

The Swedish retailer is opening a fully immersive dining experience in Shoreditch – a ‘Do-it-Yourself Restaurant’ where the diners can run their own...

Comptoir Libanais announces six new openings

The Lebanese canteen announced that six new sites will open over the next three months, including three new regional locations and its first inside a...

Tim Hortons sets eyes on UK expansion

Restaurant Brands International Inc announced the establishment of a master franchise joint venture with an investor in Great Britain. The joint...

Moody's changes outlook on Wagamama's ratings to positive from stable; B2 CFR affirmed

Moody's Investors Service changed the outlook on the ratings of Mabel Mezzco Limited (Wagamama) to positive from stable. Moody's has also affirmed the...

Dirty Bones to open in Shoreditch

Dirty Bones will open the doors to its latest site housed in the heart of Shoreditch on September 7.

Second Cup coming to Cardiff and four other locations in Wales

The coffee company will be continuing its United Kingdom expansion, opening new café locations in Cardiff and Swindon.

McDonald's opposes Supermac's expansion in Europe for the second time

According to a story by Bay FM, the fast food giant objected to the Galway firm using the Supermac’s logo to sell its curry chips, snack box, and...