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IN FOCUS: Japanese Chain K10 on Thriving Through the Recession and How They Differentiate Themselves in a Crowded Marketplace
IN FOCUS: Japanese Chain K10 on Thriving Through the Recession and How They Differentiate Themselves in a Crowded Marketplace
Following their recent expansion we sat down with Japanese chain K10 to learn more about the brand, how they made it through the recession with a city-based clientele and where they see the next opportunity.
EXCLUSIVE: Social Media Wrap Up; Carluccio's Tube Strike Giveaway; pod's Hamper Competition and Pho Eyeing Rapid Expansion
Here's what the QSRs were up to on social media this week.
Pret A Manger considers opening vegetarian store
Pret CEO Clive Schlee wrote about how the British market is shifting towards vegetarian diets and the brand’s plans to adapt.
Burger King launches new promotion with Cineworld
In a new partnership with Cineworld Cinemas, the burger chain is offering guests the chance to win one year of unlimited movie tickets.
Tea volume sales drop 22% in five years
New research from Mintel found that Brits may be losing their thirst for the Great British Tea Time.
Burger King rolls out new packaging
The burger chain is rolling out new packaging to be in line with its global brand.
JUST EAT sales soar 54%
The digital marketplace for takeaway food reported that revenues jumped 54% to £107.8 million in the six months ended 30 June 2015.
Five Guys to launch at three more locations
The brand said that it will open new stores in Birmingham, Sheffield, and Putney this September.
Greggs unveils new pizzas, sandwich range
The bakery chain announced that it will introduce new thin-crust, wedge shaped pizza to its menu.
Southern Fried Chicken signs up Martinique & Guadeloupe
The brand announced that it has signed a master franchise agreement with a major supermarket chain that allows it to open in Martinique and Guadeloupe.
PAUL set to open second restaurant
The bakery and pâtisserie brand announced that it will open its second London restaurant in Tower 42 this September.
Boost Juice Reveal Plans for the UK and Beyond
2015 has seen a renewed push by Australian founded juice chain Boost Juice in the UK. We went to find out more from Boost Juice UK Co-Founder Richard O'Sullivan.
SOCIAL MEDIA WRAP UP: GBK Now Taking Reservations; Taco Bell Heading to Barnsley; Abokado Giveaway 800 Free Lunches at Newest Store
Here's what the QSR's have been up to on social media this week.
Greggs total sales rise 6.4%
The bakery chain reported total sales reaching £398 million for the 26 weeks ending on July 4th.
Domino’s system sales up 14%
The pizza chain announced that it made £426.7 million from system sales as part of the results for the 26 weeks ended 28 June 2015.
Pizza Hut owners looking to sell later this year
According to a story published by the Telegraph, the private equity owner of Pizza Hut will consider selling the business later this year.
Tossed Reach 24 Stores As it Reports Record Sales
The company reported that it has secured a total of 24 stores globally.
