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The margin reduction was attributed to new openings that needed "time to mature".

Overall consumer spending, meanwhile, grew by 2.9%.

A decision on the offers to save all of the cafe’s stores is expected later this week.

Peter Backman also expects some well-known brands to join Patisserie Valerie "in becoming smaller, or to even disappear".

KFC and Pizza Hut teamed up to create a gravy-based pizza with popcorn chicken.

Despite the influx of vegan-friendly items in the restaurant space, full-time veganism continues to appeal to a small number.

The new range will be available for six weeks.

The brand's third site is due to open in Canary Wharf this month.

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Their newest restaurant will open on 25 February.

This is their first restaurant opening in the city.

The delivery company wants to prioritise the increase of variety of restaurants in their platform.

The ad featured a selection of deals from the fast food giant.

Runners are treated to burritos and other items after each session.

Their CFO says 2019 will be an "exciting year" for the business.