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Weekly Global News Wrap: MOD Pizza plans to go public; Papa John’s to boost presence in Africa; FAT Brands to acquire another chicken concept
Weekly Global News Wrap: MOD Pizza plans to go public; Papa John’s to boost presence in Africa; FAT Brands to acquire another chicken concept
Here is a summary of the most interesting news stories of the week from around the world.
Domino’s to create 650 new jobs in Ireland
It also has to open an additional 10 stores over the next two years.
Greggs sees vegan sausage roll shortage due to Britain’s supply chain disruption
The item was launched by the high street group in 2019 and helped to serve up a significant sales boost in the same year.
2022 menus should consider provenance, innovation: Bidfresh
53% of consumers are actively counting calories or checking sugar content.
UK restaurant insolvencies up 31% in last quarter
Accountancy group UHY Hacker Young expects many more insolvencies to come as creditors begin to pursue debts.
Yard Sale Pizza opens ninth pizza shop in Crofton Park
To celebrate the opening, the business will be offering one street within the shops’ delivery radius a chance to win pizza for the entire area.
Fast casual pizza concept Gallio to open first permanent site
The 3,000 square ft site in Canary Wharf, will accommodate up to 96 covers.
Amidst £750m float talks, Yo Sushi parent kicks off talks with potential buyers: report
The dual-track process is seen as a turnaround in the chain’s performance.
Social Media Wrap Up: LEON’s faux-turkey burger; Las Iguanas’ “carbon-friendly” cocktails; Abokado’s newest vegan dumplings revealed
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Weekly Global News Wrap: Burger King parent gobbles Firehouse Subs; Sweetgreen raises US$364m in IPO; Inside Starbucks, Amazon Go’s new concept store
Here is a summary of the most interesting news stories of the week from around the world.
Domino’s yodels for pizza in first UK Christmas ad campaign
The chain wanted a campaign that differentiated from the emotional ads usually seen this time of year.
Greek street food chain The Athenian eyes Europe, UAE growth
It will have 18 sites including a handful of permanent restaurants in London and delivery kitchens across the UK by December.
Burger King UK owner hires banks for planned £600m London IPO: report
The timing and size of the deal “have yet to be finalised”.
Wendy’s on track to have 10 UK sites open by end-2021
It reported 'extremely strong sales' across its fledgling UK estate.
Buying expert to chains: have ‘close communication’ with suppliers to avoid Christmas shortages
Lynx Purchasing is also calling for keeping menu descriptions flexible.
Subway introduces new Brie Sub as part of this year’s festive menu
The chain’s Tiger Pig Sub also makes a return.
Wahaca, Mindful Chef team up for taco kits
This marks the first time Mindful Chef has brought tacos to their menu.
