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Triple Two Coffee expecting 40 UK sites by end-2021, exploring Ireland debut

The chain is currently opening a store almost every week, its managing director said.

Nando’s reveals post-lockdown menu

The chain added more plant-based options for customers.

Greggs expects return to pre-pandemic profits

It opened 34 shops in the first 18 weeks of 2021.

Pizza Hut Delivery names Kairos Media as agency of record

Both companies will team up to execute a gaming and esports-related strategy.

Pret A Manger found not guilty in sandwich allergy trial

It was alleged that a staff member failed to check the store's allergen guide, and wrongly informed a customer that it did not contain sesame.

Papa John’s to open nine new stores in North West of England

The chain now has more than 450 stores across the UK.

Spend in restaurants, pubs soar 215% during high street reopening

Restaurants in particular benefited from a boom in bookings.

Rudy’s to make London debut this spring

It has other pizzerias in Greater Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds and Birmingham.

Byron owner acquires Mother Clucker chain

The brand specialises in tea brined, buttermilk soaked, twice battered fried chicken.

Island Poke gets first UK franchise partners

The development plans will initially focus on London.

Domino's completes sale of Swedish business

The move is part of a planned exit from all directly operated international markets.

Starbucks offers 400 new jobs as restrictions gradually ease

Positions will be available across almost 200 sites.

Knoops launches van concept

The Knoopsmobile is heading across the UK this summer.

Food and drink industry projected to grow 12% in 2021

This takes it to 97% of its 2019 pre-COVID level.