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Costa to trial SuperDay smoothies range

Costa to trial SuperDay smoothies range

The coffee chain brand will be trialling the beverage range across two areas in the UK.

McDonald’s Germany signs development deal with Autobahn Tank & Rast GmbH

The companies have signed a development agreement to roll out new McDonald’s restaurants across the motorway service station network.

Zero Hours Contracts – An Update

James Symons, from Freeths, gives an update on zero hours contracts.

What does Jake Gyllenhaal love the most about the UK?

Asked what he likes to do when he visits the UK, Southpaw star Jake Gyllenhaal responded that he likes to eat from Greggs.

Farming industry chiefs welcome McDonald’s Progressive Young Farmers

NFU President Meurig Raymond and other industry chiefs helped launch McDonald’s 2015 Progressive Young Farmer programme at the Royal Welsh Show.

Burger King delivers special Whopper to Kensington Palace

A special edition ‘Prince William Whopper’ sandwich was delivered to Kensington Palace.

Wagamama Posts Strong Results

Turnover for the chain increased by 17.9%, as it finishes the financial year (for 52 weeks, ending 26 April 2015).

Animal welfare tops consumers’ ethical wish list, says research

When it comes to ethical claims made by food and drink companies, new research from Mintel finds that concerns over animal welfare top the list.

Chips only restaurant to open in East London

Come Fry With Me, a Covent Garden takeaway that only serves chips will open in October.

Kafoodle Kitchen launches in the UK

Kafoodle Kitchen is a one-of-a kind, cutting-edge, cloud-based menu management software system designed with EU allergen compliance in mind.

EXCLUSIVE: IN FOCUS: Data Shows the Importance of Food on the Go in the British QSR market

The NPD Group has revealed how Food on the Go contributes to a significant proportion of QSR traffic - accounting for two third of all visits. In real terms, this equates to 3.6 billion visits in the year ending June 2015. Fiscally, food on the go generates 11 billion pounds.

Yorkshire ‘Fishcake Queen’ celebrates 90 years

Royal Fisheries’ celebrated Violet Fusco’s turning 90 as well as marked more than 50 years of her involvement in the fish and chip industry.

Starbucks global sales rise 18% to $4.9 billion

The coffee chain reported the financial results for its 13-week fiscal third quarter and 39-week fiscal year to date ended June 28, 2015.

McDonald's sales continue to decline

Despite a turnaround plan in motion and strong performance in Europe, McDonald's continue to lose guest traffic in all major segments.

Costa shows support for Great British High Street contest

The Great British High Street Competition is open to local teams of people in England, Wales and Scotland.

SSP Group PLC total revenues increase by 4.1%

Like for like sales grew 3.2% from April 1 to June 30 this year, according to the food operator’s third quarter trading update.