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Chuck E. Cheese makes multi-unit deal to expand to the UK
Chuck E. Cheese makes multi-unit deal to expand to the UK
This marks the brand’s debut in Europe.
Just Eat names Craig David as its new ambassador
David has reworked the brand’s jingle into a garage and R&B-style track.
Hospitality vacancies rise to 78,000 in August
This is the first time it has increased in a year.
Which Wich expands into Scotland
It has secured new franchise partners to launch in both Edinburgh and Glasgow.
Heavenly Desserts expands brunch menu with new sweet and savoury staples
Brunch is served daily until 4 p.m. at all UK locations.
Bayne’s The Family Bakers launches app
The app is part of a wider investment in digital transformation.
Starbucks names new UK marketing director
She previously served as a franchise director for SSP UK.
Tortilla offers free guac on National Guacamole Day
The chain will also set up a special pop-up “Guac Bar” at its Leadenhall branch.
Social Media Wrap: LEON's new breakfast sandwiches; Caffe Nero's Autumn menu; Greggs releases limited edition icon bean bag collection
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Miami’s Coyo Taco to enter UK with Kuvi Hospitality franchise deal
The chain is known for its tortillas, salsas, and Mexican street food.
Weekly Global Wrap: US-chain Potbelly acquired by gas station chain; Cracker Barrel tables restaurant remodelling plans; McDonald's Japan cracks down on scalpers
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Cinnabon exits UK
The brand ended its UK run with 12 locations.
McDonald’s adds new Sausage Sandwich to its menu
The new sandwich adds breakfast to the Saver Menu for the first time nationwide.
KFC operator Gastronomy to more than double UK restaurants by 2030
The expansion will target the Northwest, Midlands, Shropshire, and Wales.
Pret A Manger to trial meal deals in Q4 after £552.9m impairment
This is despite sales having climbed by 10% in 2024.
QSR Media Middle East Conference & Awards 2025 kicks off in Dubai
Various brand leaders from the QSR industry in the region are in attendance.
Social Media Wrap: Domino's Chick 'N' Dip; Frankie & Benny's celebrates 30th birthday; Greggs releases limited edition bean bag
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
