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Chipotle and travel brand BÉIS launch food-friendly luggage line
Chipotle and travel brand BÉIS launch food-friendly luggage line
The “To Go” Collection features insulated compartments and pockets for napkins and utensils.
McDonald’s rolls out Grinch-themed seasonal menu
New winter drinks include Coconut Latte and Coconut Hot Chocolate.
Alley Cats to bring New York slices to Portobello Road
The new site will debut dishes developed by Sicilian-born head chef Francesco Macrì.
UK diners lean toward group meals despite cost pressures
36% of Brits want to see more group and private dining in 2026.
Social Media Wrap: Greggs partners with Moonpig; wagamama crowns student music contest winner; Popeyes opens 100th restaurant
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Price spread between fast-food and coffee chains exceeds 100%
Core items such as cappuccino and latte prices rose by about 9%, whilst speciality drinks have surged even more sharply.
Paris Baguette hits 700 outlets with Westfield London opening
The Westfield location is Paris Baguette’s fourth UK store and second franchise.
Shake Shack to launch first Northern England site at Trafford Centre
The new location is set to open in March 2026.
Juice chain JUICES4LIFE expands with first Derby branch
This marks the chain’s sixth outlet.
Popeyes UK upsizes its sauces with new ‘Mega’ and ‘Big’ dips
The expanded dip menu is being rolled out across all 100 Popeyes UK locations.
Just Eat Takeaway.com founder resigns as CEO
The food delivery service provider was taken private earlier this year.
SSP UK&I plans new outlets in Belfast Airport’s £100m overhaul
It aims to expand its presence to nine units, adding more F&B options across both airside and landside areas.
Tortilla names new non-executive chair
This follows the resignation of Emma Woods as non-executive chair.
7 in 10 say taste is 80% mental, study reveals
45% would rather not eat if they see their most hated toppings on a pizza.
PizzaExpress taps into travel loyalty with IAG Loyalty partnership
It is the first and only restaurant brand partnered with the loyalty programme.
Which Wich taps Seed Consulting for expansion plans
The sandwich chain recently inked a multi-unit agreement.
Germand Doner Kebab launches in Manchestor Fort
The opening created 30 jobs.
