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Hotcha looks to expand in the northwest
Hotcha looks to expand in the northwest
The Chinese takeaway chain welcomed its first franchisees in the North West as part of its expansion plan to open more than 100 stores across the UK in the next five years.
Benito’s Hat opens kiosk on Bishopsgate
The Mexican fast-casual group kicks off its first-ever street kiosk on the entrance of London’s Liverpool Street station.
Kentucky for Kentucky makes KFC Double Down scented candle
Surround yourself with the smell of the chicken brand’s iconic sandwich.
Patisserie Valerie unveils new summer menu
Available in Patisserie Valerie cafés nationwide.
Taco Bell comes to Chelmsford
The Mexican food chain opened its first high street restaurant in Essex on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at Moulsham Street, Chelmsford.
Potbelly aims to take on Pret a Manger, Subway
The sandwich chain with 400 outlets in the US, is launching in the UK at Westfield Stratford.
Study Reveals Our Intolerance Ignorance
While 91% say they know what coeliac is, two thirds of them don’t know the symptoms.
Bidders Shaping up to Buy Yo!
According to an article in City AM, round two of the bidding has begun.
EXCLUSIVE: IN FOCUS: Deal or No Deal... Data Shows How Much Deals Matter to Diners
Data shows just how important deals have become as a driver of restaurant visits since the recession.
EXCLUSIVE: SOCIAL MEDIA WRAP UP - Benito's Hat Celebrates Cinco de Mayo, Abokado in Massive Meal Giveaway and Pod's New Menu for Starbucks
Here is what the QSR's were up to on social media for the week.
Pret A Manger to open first outlet in Dubai
The brand is set to open its doors Dubai International in partnership with Emirates Leisure Retail.
Burger King tries out Home Delivery in Acton
The burger chain expanded its new home delivery trial service to Acton, delivering to customers at no extra cost.
JUST EAT Takes a Bite Out of Australian Market
Plans to acquire Australian and New Zealand online takeaway marketplace Menulog for A$855 million.
Wagamama's New Look and Breakfast Menu Launches
Exclusive breakfast and innovative seasonal menu will be offered at Great Marlborough Street.
Pret A Manger launches new ‘SuperBowl’ salad range
The four new salads, priced between £4.50 and £5.25 are built on either a lentil and quinoa, or a rice noodle and crunchy red cabbage base.
JUST EAT sales jump by 51% in first quarter
According to released data by the company, total orders in the three months to March 31 increased by 51% over the comparable period in 2014.
EXCLUSIVE: SOCIAL MEDIA WRAP UP - Costa's Baby Royal Tribute, Celebrity Spottings at Chipotle and Esquires and Starbuck's Trials Cold Brew Coffee
Here's what the QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
