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Pubs and bars “more upbeat” as restaurant confidence falters: study
A new survey from CGA and Fourth shows “patchy optimism” amid major challenges.
Subway introduces new vegan wrap, gluten-free bread
The sandwich chain continues its meat-free movement.
Restaurant tech platform Fourth merges with US-based HotSchedules
The combined company will serve 120,000 locations.
Year-on-year inflation falls below 6% for the first time this year: study
It is considered a respite from month-on-month price rises across the board in May.
Coffee Lab opens first location in Bournemouth
The new site at Exeter Road is the 8th addition to the chain’s store network.
Pizza Pilgrims founders to launch hospitality training programme in early 2020
The Pizza Academy will offer free courses and a programme of lectures from industry experts.
HMSHost to open Starbucks, Comptoir Libanais outlets at McArthurGlen's Ashford Designer Outlet
The companies look to reflect evolving consumer habits.
Domino's trials ‘Tap & Take Only' payment model in five stores in Australia
The chain says it is seeing a slowdown of customers using cash across its network.
Canterbury “the next place” for Taco Bell, franchisee says
Caskade Group currently has 16 Taco Bells across the south of England.
Burger King unveils its Halloumi Burger
The chain looks to take advantage of high demand for the cheese in the UK.
Spudulike asking landlords for rent cuts in rescue restructuring: report
The baked potato specialist wants to close at least four of its 31 outlets to keep afloat.
Crêpeaffaire opens new store in St Albans
This is the chain’s 17th store in the UK.
Competition watchdog orders halt to Amazon's deal with Deliveroo
The order was issued after the online retailer bought a stake in the food delivery company.
Uber Eats tests dine-in option in the US
The test is being rolled out in Texas.
Boost Juice narrows losses in ‘transitional' year
The chain’s EBITDA slightly increased.
Five Guys reports £149.6m in UK sales
However, the chain’s UK and European businesses also posted widened losses due to their expansion in new markets.
