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Chart of the Week: What's the most popular destination for coffee?
Chart of the Week: What's the most popular destination for coffee?
According to the NPD Group, quick-service coffee sites are still on top in terms of servings for coffee with a 0.4% increase. Interesting, however, is the rise of servings for non-traditional sources such as quick-service burger sites (1.6%), pubs (0.7%), and bakeries (0.3%). “These outlets are expanding their coffee menus to include traditional and speciality coffees. To really stand out from the crowd, chains need to keep their coffee menus simple, with a focus on taste and quality; as these are the key factors that will drive a return visits,” Cyril Lavenant, head of foodservice UK in the NPD Group said. In contrast, we see a sharp 2.7% decline in servings for non-commercial establishments. Read the whole summary of the study here.
Italian restaurant chain Carluccio's announces intention to enter landlord-only CVA
The brand intends to restructure by facilitating the exit of lossmaking sites. After reviewing their business strategy, Carluccio’s announced its proposal to enter a Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) in order to “to weather the headwinds affecting the industry and to return it to a stable footing.” The Italian restaurant chain’s proposal is a ‘landlord-only’ CVA, impacting 34 of the group’s lossmaking restaurants. Other landlords and creditors are not expected to be affected.
JUST EAT Chief Marketing Officer Barnaby Dawe steps down after three years
JUST EAT has confirmed that their global Chief Marketing Officer has departed from the online restaurant delivery service.
Dunkin' Donuts US names Drayton Martin as vice president for brand stewardship
Martin will lead the development and implementation of Dunkin' Donuts' brand messaging across all channels.
How technology is triggering international restaurant trends
Nick Hucker, CEO of Preoday, says in the UK: We’re used to turning to the US to see what the latest market trends might be. In foodservice, there have been some innovative concepts springing up in the US recently; the best of these can now be seen appearing right here in Britain.
Gloria Jean's set to debut in UK with first outlets in next 12 months
The brand plans to open a total of 190 outlets in 10 years.
Gourmet Burger Kitchen records operating losses of £7.8m
Its parent company’s share price dipped on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.
Which pizza brand got the royal nod?
The pizza delivery was brought to Windsor Castle minutes before the royal wedding reception.
Patisserie Holdings' gross profit soared 8.7% to £47.1m in Q1
It also reported an EBITDA of £13.6m, up by 11.6% and an EBITDA margin of 22.5%.
Jamie's Italian rolls out its new vegan and vegetarian menu
It was launched to celebrate National Vegetarian Week which is taking place across the UK between 14–20 May.
Weekly Global News Wrap: Pizza Hut expands beer delivery test; Nestlé acquires the right to distribute Starbucks products; McDonald's now serves fresh beef
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Harry Ramsden celebrates its 90th year with the launch of new offerings
The new range still firmly focused on fish - the produce most closely associated with the brand.
Social Media Wrap Up: Yogberries introduced Deli Pots in some stores; BENUGO unveiled its royal wedding-inspired cakes; Muffin Break launched its Lemon Coconut Muffin
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
KFC introduces bone china buckets to commemorate the royal wedding
It has created specially-designed buckets made of bone china to celebrate the marriage of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
How to incorporate vegan menu items into QSRs and fast casual restaurants
Veganism has become one of the fastest growing lifestyle trends in recent years.
Hummingbird Bakery unveiled its royal wedding-inspired cake collection
It has introduced its hand-decorated royal wedding cupcakes in three flavours.
Papa John's reaches milestone with 50th restaurant opening in Spain
The franchise, PJ Espana Pizzerias S.L. (PJ Espana) is owned by Drake Enterprises AG. Drake opened its first Papa John’s restaurant in Madrid in May 2016. Drake is currently present in Madrid, Barcelona, Gijón, Bilbao, Toledo, Valladolid, Zaragoza, León and Burgos.
