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Weekly Global News Wrap Up: Burger King offers new burger in exchange of McDonald's MacCoins; Chick-fil-A trials more spicy items; MOD Pizza appoints new CMO
Weekly Global News Wrap Up: Burger King offers new burger in exchange of McDonald's MacCoins; Chick-fil-A trials more spicy items; MOD Pizza appoints new CMO
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: LEON launches sustainability campaign; Pret A Manger's new Matcha Latte; Five Guys launches new store in Manchester
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
SSP Group reports 7.6% revenue growth in Q1
The increase in sales was boosted by the acquisition of Stockheim.
Boojum unveils new Poco Pots range
The Mexican burrito bar chain said that this is part of their strategy to expand their menu offerings.
57% of Londoners eating more vegetarian and vegan food since start of 2019: survey
Most of respondents aged under 35 years old boosted the results.
Patisserie Holdings in talks to extend standstill of bank facilities
Latest findings by company accountants reveal a “very significant manipulation” of their balance sheet.
Pho unveils new menu offerings under 500 calories
Some of the Vietnamese chain’s new menu items are vegan, gluten-free and high-protein.
Hummingbird Bakery to unveil Valentine's Day collection
The new range will only be available until February 14.
Friska to launch new store in Manchester
This is the cafe chain’s tenth site in the UK.
The Breakfast Club reaches over 60% of crowdfunding target
The cafe and bar chain wants to open more stores.
Jollibee acquiring local brands to “capture the locals”: analyst
The largest Philippine fast food chain enlarged its portfolio by acquiring brands such as Smashburger and Tortas Frontera.
Three Joes raises 90% of £400,000 crowdfunding goal
The pizza chain will use the funds to open three more sites.
Farmstand to open second location in Canary Wharf
The plant-powered brand's newest location will launch in late February.
PizzaExpress' £1 billion debt brings up talks as the next possible high street casualty: report
£650 million of the debt is due for repayment in the next three years.
Restaurant spending grows 9.1% YoY in December 2018: study
It boosted overall consumer spending growth.
Wagamama wins trademark dispute against instant noodle brand Wakayama
The instant noodle brand was prevented from registering their products due to alleged similarities in look and branding style.
‘Natasha's Law' to require food chains to put allergen warnings
The proposed law was formed after the death of a teenage girl due to an allergic reaction.
