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Starbucks announced that Kevin Johnson has begun his role as president and chief operating officer. He was appointed in January following Troy Alstead’s decision to take a sabbatical after 23 years with the coffee company.

Ethnic cuisine expected to take-off.

In a week when a dress broke the internet, QSRs had their say on the topic that had the world talking, while staying busy offering their fans a multitude of offers and announcements... here were the highlights: (P.S. #teamblueandblack)

Papa John's have become the first pizza chain to offer customers a free-of-charge replacement pizza if they are not satisfied with the quality of their order.

West Cornwall Pasty Company victor for second year running.

Chief Financial Officer Paul Pomroy promoted to Managing Director.

Company cites growth in online ordering, new store performance and franchisee profitability as drivers for record results.

The chicken chain partners with food scientists to develop 'Scoff-ee Cups'.

Milestone marked with massive giveaway.

Whitbread plc gave an update on the performance of Costa Coffee for the 50 weeks ending February 12.

Kanye West turns up for a meal in advance of BRIT Awards.

With a recent report by Euromonitor International on the 'better pizza' trend in the US, we went to find out more about what the report uncovers, and what it could mean for the UK market.

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First to offer Starbucks Evenings Programme.

The King to deliver food straight to customers’ doors in eight UK locations.

Pizza Hut has re-opened on The Strand in London with a brand new menu, a bar, and a £500,000 American-inspired design concept.