UK
YO! inks deal to supply food-to-go products to WH Smith
The initial trial will run in hospitals at Pinderfields in Yorkshire, and Southampton, as well as several travel hubs.
Over a third of small businesses “unsure” if revenue to go back to pre-pandemic levels
A survey from Tide reveals rebuilding a customer base as the biggest challenge for operators.
Chilango opens first digital-only venue in Croydon
Consumers are demanding more digital access than ever before, its managing director said.
Wendy's to launch a restaurant in Croydon
It earlier confirmed plans to launch restaurants in Reading and Oxford in the coming months.
South Korean fried chicken chain Pelicana to make London debut this month
More stores are due to follow with more openings pencilled in.
Collective for independent restaurant sector launched
Restaurant Collective is open to all members who run single site venues or a small group of sites.
Camile Thai Kitchen launches cloud kitchen in Canary Wharf
This was done in partnership with REEF’s Neighborhood Kitchens.
Chop'd launches app as part of new tech investment
The business currently operates from 12 high street locations.
Weekly Global News Wrap: McDonald's closing hundreds of Walmart locations; Starbucks' “borrow a cup” program; Taco Bell, IHOP seeking thousands of new hires
Here is a summary of the most interesting news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: Subway adds Walkers crisps as filling option; Starbucks' bubblegum-flavoured drink; Patisserie Valerie's Blueberry & Raspberry Gateau
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
The payment innovations that will rebuild the QSR industry
It is no exaggeration to say that the years 2020 and 2021 were a bad time for the quick service restaurant (QSR) industry.\
Papa John's inks partnership with Staffordshire-based pub Saracen's Head
The move is part of the chain's flexible approach to offer its pizza in more locations.
Popeyes' UK co-founder says chain coming to "own a space" in chicken segment
UK co-founder Elias Diaz Sese elaborates on the chain’s approach to growth, the timing behind the expansion plan, and its philosophy on product development.
St. Felix Place in Borough to be London's newest outdoor eating and drinking space
It will open its doors on 14 April.
Gourmet Burger Kitchen appoints content agency Only The Brave for next growth stage
The agency also handled the arrival of Slim Chickens to the UK.
Robotic pizza machine launched in village outside Chichester
Founders of the Pizza Rebellion concept looks to expand the concept in other areas.
