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Social Media Wrap: Slim Chickens expands to Dublin; Shake Shack partners with Fortnums & Mason; Gong cha brings back limited-edition Snowman bottles
Social Media Wrap: Slim Chickens expands to Dublin; Shake Shack partners with Fortnums & Mason; Gong cha brings back limited-edition Snowman bottles
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Valentine’s Day delivers busiest Whopper Wednesday of 2025
Burger King has unveiled its annual consumption habit report.
Warrens Bakery accelerates travel-site growth in London
The bakery chain opened its first bakery in a London travel site.
Tortilla launches winter menu with five LTO items
The brand also hosted a special party to launch the event.
PAUL’s Galette des Rois arrives this Holiday season
The Galette des Rois is priced at £21.95 and goes on sale from 26 December.
Papa Johns plans 20-store expansion in Northern Ireland
The brand estimates that this will generate 400 jobs over the next 10 years.
McDonald’s launches daily Grinch-themed deals for December
All deals are available through the McDonald’s app in the Rewards and Offers section.
Domino’s opens first ‘Pod’ outlet in Wellington
At 720 square feet, Pod stores offer a smaller, more convenient Domino’s experience.
‘Bitesize Greggs’ opens Dartford Station store
The new outlet brings 11 new jobs and follows the first trial site at Sevenoaks station.
US fast casual chain Velvet Taco taps names new CEO
Under Schultz, the chain targets city and airport growth.
Weekly Global Wrap: Shanghai aims to be a smart restaurant hub; KFC Japan readies for Christmas rush; Chick-fil-A steps away from non-traditional restaurant models
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Chipotle and travel brand BÉIS launch food-friendly luggage line
The “To Go” Collection features insulated compartments and pockets for napkins and utensils.
McDonald’s rolls out Grinch-themed seasonal menu
New winter drinks include Coconut Latte and Coconut Hot Chocolate.
Alley Cats to bring New York slices to Portobello Road
The new site will debut dishes developed by Sicilian-born head chef Francesco Macrì.
Social Media Wrap: Greggs partners with Moonpig; wagamama crowns student music contest winner; Popeyes opens 100th restaurant
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Paris Baguette hits 700 outlets with Westfield London opening
The Westfield location is Paris Baguette’s fourth UK store and second franchise.
Shake Shack to launch first Northern England site at Trafford Centre
The new location is set to open in March 2026.
