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Caffè Nero names Lysa Hardy as UK CEO

She will be overseeing the UK operations, reporting to Group CEO Gerry Ford.

Subway tests Smashed Falafel Sub in 300 UK stores

The limited trial offers the falafel sub alongside a six-piece Falafel Bites side.

Papa Johns partners with Google Cloud to launch voice and text AI ordering system

The pizza chain partnered with Google to boost sales and improve customer experience.

The Cheesecake Factory expands into UK via Pentagon Food Group deal

Four American cheesecake varieties will be available to foodservice venues.

Heavenly Desserts launches limited-time protein menu

The new range targets customers interested in fitness and wellness.

Caprinos Pizza sees 14% rise in like-for-like sales in 2025

The chain eyes 20 new UK stores in 2026 and expansion into Europe and the Middle East.

Dum Dum Donuts opens new Brentford facility

This will support new store openings over the next five to ten years, with several planned for 2026.

Grocery meals gain share as restaurants feel the squeeze

Cost is the biggest driver, named by 28% of consumers.

McDonald’s UK&I unveils its new Secret Menu

The Chicken Big Mac, a previous Secret Menu item, has also returned.