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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.

YO expands partnership with David Lloyd Clubs

This is “another important step” in the brand’s diversification strategy, its managing director for retail said.

Itsu launches ‘Build Your Own' feature in app

The chain is responding to a growing demand for personalised options.

Greggs names RSM as auditor

The firm will replace KPMG, which has worked with the bakery giant for decades.

Jollibee reveals locations of six upcoming UK openings

It is preparing to launch its London flagship.