In Focus
Top 10 Australian QSRs not found in the UK
Whether they be industry stalwarts or newer, start-up concepts, we take a look at some of Australia’s top QSR concepts, and what sets them apart.
Top 10 Australian QSRs not found in the UK
Whether they be industry stalwarts or newer, start-up concepts, we take a look at some of Australia’s top QSR concepts, and what sets them apart.
EXCLUSIVE: IN FOCUS: Data shows the growing importance of breakfast in the British QSR market
The NPD Group has revealed how Breakfast contributes to an increasing proportion of QSR traffic - accounting now for 11% of all visits. Although still small, it has been growing its traffic by almost a third in the last 5 years. In real terms, breakfast now equates to 640 million visits in the year ending September 2015. Fiscally, breakfast generates 2 billion pounds to the QSR channel.
EXCLUSIVE: How KFC Is Stepping Up Efforts to Tackle Waste
Tackling waste is coming under renewed focus by QSRs, most recently with KFC's announcement of their plans to reduce their food waste to just 1.6% by 2017. QSR Media spoke with Janet Cox, Head of Health, Safety and Environment at KFC UK & Ireland to learn more about how they are going about it.
EXCLUSIVE: Abokado on the Secret to their Success
It has been a busy year for Abokado, with four stores being opened since March and plans to bring their total number of outlets to 30 by March- all without moving out of central London. We caught up with Founder Mark Lilley to find out how they do it, what is next in store for the healthy food chain and their take on the major issues affecting the industry.
EXCLUSIVE: What Muffin Break's New Grab and Go Offering Means for their Expansion Plans
Signalling their intent with a new grab and go offering, we spoke to Muffin Break General Manager Lisa Brook about what is in store for the Group.
EXCLUSIVE: Data Shows Consumption of Alcohol in the Out-Of-Home Market is Declining
Data from the NPD Group has revealed that the number of servings of Alcohol in the out-of-home market is in long-term decline, falling by 23% between YE June 2010 and YE June 2015. This equates to 330 million fewer servings of Alcohol.
EXCLUSIVE: Square Pie Discuss their Pie Bond, The Attraction of 'Non-Standard' Locations and Their Plans for 2016
Having recently completed funding their 'pie bond', Square Pie is set to expand both their retail and wholesale presence. We sat down with Founder Martin Dewey to learn more about the campaign, their plans and what's proving popular on their menu (and what not) as the Rugby World Cup draws to a close.
Driving Millenial Traffic- What you Need to Know
Latest research from NPD shows just what differentiates millennial traffic from that of the average consumer.
EXCLUSIVE: Lola's Cupcakes on Their Plans Outside the Capital and Bringing their Brand to Japan
With their recent announcment that they had opened an outlet in Tokyo, we spoke with Asher Budwig, Managing Director of Lola's Cupcakes about his plans for the brand.
Meet the New QSR Concept Set to Shake Up the Healthy Food Market
With nearly two decades of experience in the restaurant and bar industry, Ed Martin has now set his sights on the QSR sector with the Asian inspired Yum Som set to open in the city of London later this month.
EXCLUSIVE: Dunkin' Donuts on How to Create Opportunities in a Competitive Marketplace
Following the recent opening of Dunkin' Donuts first express store in the UK, we spoke with Jim Johnstone, Managing Director of Dunkin' Brands UK & Ireland about the group's plans for the UK.
EXCLUSIVE: Neds Noodle Bar on their Plans for Worldwide Expansion
Neds Noodle Bar recently announced its plans to upscale the business through franchising, and appointed Fransmart to help them through the process.
EXCLUSIVE: Dunkin' Donuts Franchisee on Their Plans for London and How They Plan to Take on Their Competitors
Following the recent opening of their first central London location in Baker Street, we spoke with Dunkin' Donuts franchisee Ketan Patel from DDMG Ltd about their plans for new store openings and how Dunkin' Donuts is expanding its offering to take market share from competitors.
EXCLUSIVE: Tossed on their Successful Crowdfunding and Where they See Opportunities for Growth
Following the close of Tossed’s much publicised equity crowdfunding, we spoke with Finance Director Neil Sebba to learn more about the raise and what it means for the healthy eating chain.
EXCLUSIVE: How West Cornwall Pasty Company Managed their Turnaround and their Future Plans
In 2014, West Cornwall Pasty Company went into administration before being bought out by private equity. Since that time, new management has worked hard to turn the brand around with a new focus, new look and a focus on an enhanced product offering.
EXCLUSIVE: Data Shows Night-Time Consumption Falling in the Fast Food Industry
Data from the NPD Group has revealed that the number of visits to QSR outlets between the hours of 10pm and 5am have fallen by -3.7% year-on-year, and by 26% since 2008. This equates to a decline of 45 million visits during the night-time hours.
EXCLUSIVE: Taco Bell on Their Push into the UK High Street
It has been a busy year for the US Mexican giant, who have their sights firmly set on the UK market. With more stores set to open and a new look, we went to find out more about their plans this side of the pond.
