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Sandwich Sandwich seeks UK expansion through franchising
Sandwich Sandwich seeks UK expansion through franchising
Scaling beyond Bristol would take more than just momentum.
6 days ago
UK fast-food chains revamp menus, store hours to cut costs
Outdated tech could also drag QSRs down.
Global fast food market to hit US$1.2t by 2032
Tech, urbanisation & lifestyle shifts are reshaping the market.
FULL LIST: Winners of the QSR Media UK Redcat Conference & Awards 2025
A total of 18 awards were presented, celebrating the top-performing brands across the UK.
Mammy Pancake tempts UK with sweet desserts
The London location is set to open in June, with 10 more sites in the pipeline.
Gong cha targets 10,000 stores with global expansion
The bubble tea maker is scaling operations and boosting franchise partnerships overseas.
Auntie Anne’s UK leans on bold branding to grow in tough times
The brand is embracing innovation, franchise agility, and a playful image to expand across the UK and Ireland.
Church’s Texas Chicken eyes UK as launchpad for European growth
The brand expects a third of its target sales to come from this market.
Operators often miss promotional opportunities in Easter
The holiday is often sees consistent traffic growth compared to other holidays.
Yolk Brands bets on burger, chicken for global expansion
Pickl and BonBird are going places in the next half decade.
Away From Home inflation to reach 5.2% in 2025
This is driven by rising labour costs.
Ice cream prices leap 13% in January
Uneven menu inflation challenges QSRs as some categories rise faster than others.
Caprinos Pizza to double footprint through global expansion
Low setup costs and royalty fees have made franchising more accessible.
Delivery vs Dine-In: Price inflation rates converge
Budget conscious consumers may opt for more economical dine-in or takeaway alternatives.
Operators to face renewed inflation pressure
This is despite year-on-year inflation holding steady at 1.8%.
Cost pressures surge as foodservice inflation hits 6% in early 2025
Smaller restaurants operating on tight margins will struggle to absorb the costs.
QSRs show resilience despite a 5% revenue dip
The sector remains better positioned than traditional restaurants amidst economic pressures.
