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Brits to spend £4 billion at coffee shops in 2020: study
Brits to spend £4 billion at coffee shops in 2020: study
Coffee shop sales increased by 27% between 2015 and 2019.
Costa Coffee spotlights Flat White range in limited edition March menu
The chain also launched another alternative milk offering.
Weekly Global News Wrap: Less US restaurants visits seen due to COVID-19; Taco Bell elevates its Cantina concept; Chipotle testing unlimited paid time off
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: McDonald's VIP Gold Card giveaway; Starbucks' Cloud Macchiato range; BENUGO offering free plant-based milk upgrade
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
COVID-19 declared 'notifiable' disease after operators raise fears over losses
These will allow businesses to seek compensation if they are affected by the outbreak.
Milking it: Plant-based milks enter the mainstream
Lincoln and York marketing manager Chris Tough discusses why plant-based milks are no longer just an option for retailers.
Food waste, sugar levels amongst top issues for consumers: survey
45% of respondents reported food safety concerns.
Pizza Pilgrims' first Pizza Academy launching in Camden
The space will function as both a training center and a pizzeria.
Ole & Steen opens newest store in Oxford Circus
It is the chain’s 12th bakery in the UK.
Greggs concerned about potential impact of COVID-19 after “exceptional” 2019
They are also developing a programme aimed at increasing customer loyalty, choice and access across multiple channels.
Five major food-to-go developments to watch
Food Futures Insights details cases operators need to be aware of in shaping next opportunities.
Less than two weeks before nominations for the QSR Media UK Centegra Awards close
Brands have until 16 March to submit entries.
Just Eat Takeaway starts arbitration proceedings against Delivery Hero
This comes almost two months after the creation of the merged company.
Pure to open 22nd overall store at Gatwick's North Terminal
This is the food-to-go group’s first airport outlet.
Honest Burgers teams up with Wingmans for first Thai-inspired special
The Thai Fried Chicken burger is exclusively available at all sites from 3rd to 30th March.
KFC seeks professional chicken taster for new campaign
The winning candidate will get to see their photos showcased in a restaurant and up on their own dedicated billboard.
Nando's employees call for changes to cleaning pay policy
The chicken chain maintained that it upholds the highest cleaning standards.
