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McDonald's to reintroduce additional items to limited menu
McDonald's to reintroduce additional items to limited menu
They have extended their breakfast service to over 1,000 restaurants.
460,000 jobs “at risk” if gov't does not extend hospitality support and include suppliers: UKHospitality
The trade body’s survey reveals lockdown’s impact on suppliers.
SSP Group to possibly cut up to 5,000 jobs across UK outlets, head office
The firm is struggling with the reduction in passenger travel.
Yo! Sushi, Wagamama reopen more outlets for socially-distanced dining
Other chains feature a one-way system and Perspex screens.
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Marugame Udon sets sights on London as start of European expansion
The restaurant chain is expected to enter the city by early 2021.
Wendy's eyeing site in Reading
It declared plans to return to UK shores last October.
Uber Eats orders up by 160% during lockdown: report
The number of new restaurants on its UK platform has almost doubled in the last four months.
Wok & Go parent inks Middle East franchising deal
The move comes less than a year after the company’s expansion to mainland Europe.
Pret A Manger to not make June quarter rent payment in full, cites pandemic pains
The chain said it is working with landlords to “find the best way forward”.
Byron files notice to appoint administrators
The chain has 1,200 staff and 52 restaurants across the UK.
Percy Ingle bakery chain to close all stores next year
Possible final trading date is on 31 March 2021.
Pizza, burgers, sugary treats are most searched fast food items during lockdown: study
McDonald’s is the most-missed food in a majority of places.
Britain's foodservice spend plunges by 80% YoY in April
March and April out-of-home visits also fell by more than half.
Caffe Nero to reopen 400 outlets for dine-in on 4 July
This is almost half of the chain’s whole store network.
More Brits buying local amidst pandemic, FSA says
Persons are also wasting less food.
