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Shopper confidence declines to lowest level in a year: IGD
Shopper confidence declines to lowest level in a year: IGD
21% of shoppers expect to focus more on saving money rather than quality next year.
Over four in ten Brits believe full winter lockdown ‘looming’
But most think there will be less compliance.
Lewis Hamilton-backed Neat Burger launches fifth London site
The company is looking to open additional sites in Westfield Stratford, Canary Wharf, Bishopsgate, Kings Road, and Ealing.
CrepeAffaire eyes 50 new franchised units over next two to three years
The London-based company currently has 25 locations open in four countries in Europe and the Middle East.
Wagamama’s menu now 50% plant-based, company says
The company is urging guests to eat more plant-based items by offering a free vegan side until November.
Taco Bell opens 70th UK store
Franchisee The Adil Group says more openings are slated for this year.
Peckwater Brands raises £3m in seed funding to expand operations
The company offers delivery-only food brands to neighbourhood restaurants.
Weekly Global News Wrap: McDonald’s pledges net-zero emissions by 2050; Burger King to test meatless nuggets; Mass exodus of U.S. hospo workers looming
Here is a summary of the most interesting news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: Burger King goes gourmet with new range; Costa’s gingerbread latte giveaway; Yo Sushi’s Boss Baby bento box
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Tortilla valued at £70m ahead of AIM float
The company is looking to open around 45 new sites over the next five years.
McDonald’s to slash carbon emissions across UK business by 2040
The chain will open its first 'net-zero' restaurant in Shropshire next month.
German bratwurst brand Extrawurst set for UK debut
It wants to establish 100 sites in the country in the next three years.
Pizza Hut inks franchising deal with Nine Group
Nine Group will be the franchisee for 31 existing Delivery and Express Huts and will open 40 new locations.
Pizza Express eyes 50 more restaurants in post-pandemic bounce back
Last year, the chain completed a CVA that resulted in the closure of 73 restaurants with the loss of 1,100 jobs.
New regulations stemming from Pret allergy death now taking effect
Pret has pledged to make meaningful changes following the tragedy.
Shake Shack, Action Against Hunger organise eight Great British Shake Sale
For the first time in the UK, the chain is introducing the Lemon Meringue Pie Shake.
Island Poké opens latest site in Angel Islington
To celebrate, it is offering £1 bowls to all their loyal customers on October 6.
