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McDonald's serves up higher spending in the US
McDonald's serves up higher spending in the US
Shares of the fast food chain by revenue rose more than 5% as global same-restaurant sales topped Wall Street forecasts.
Bella Italia unveils new range of vegan and lower-calorie options
The launch of a new menu was inspired by classic Italian offerings and the rise in popularity of vegetarianism and veganism.
Raclette Brothers' first permanent site launches in Pop Brixton
Aptly named, Alpes will serve food and drink inspired by the Alps region.
Chilango launches new plant-based menu with under 500 calories
Guests can now choose between a Chilango chicken burrito or a vegan roasted sweet potato burrito for under 500 calories.
How to effectively recruit in a digital generation: elementsuite
Today more than ever, the hospitality sector is struggling to recruit - with UK unemployment at a near 40-year historic low.
Costa Coffee rolls out cold brew and new Frostino flavours
The brand has launched a summer menu consisting of returning favourites, new product lines, and coffee over ice.
Social Media Wrap Up: Chopstix unveiled Kids Meal for £2.95; Gourmet Burger Kitchen launches Hey Pesto Burger; Chilango introduces vegan meals under 500 cals
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Weekly Global News Wrap: Domino's US integrates AI in ordering system; The Wendy's Company eyes smaller format stores; Burger King and Popeyes US are testing delivery
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
pod partners with Flux to trial digital loyalty cards
Guests paying with Flux enabled cards will receive digital loyalty and receipts when they shop at pod.
Just Eat's UK orders grew 24% to £29.7m
It is driven by 1.4 million orders from Hungryhouse, following the acquisition on 31 January.
Papa John's UK introduces in-store experience day
It now offers the aspiring franchisees to visit the European Head Quarters on an extended tour.
Abokado secures new funding line of £3m to support growth
It has also announced record profits for 2017 and an EBITDA growth of almost 50% year on year.
Wasabi goes app-free in first ever customer loyalty promotion
It is ditching mobile apps in its loyalty promotion launching on April 30 across its Central London outlets.
Subway to close 500 restaurants across the US
The restaurant chain is said to be in the process of remodeling some locations and testing new menu items.
French mayor wages campaign to counter McDonald's entry
It has created a "sustainable food zone" to counter the arrival of the American fast-food chain’s first eatery.
KFC UK stores to restore 98% of its menu following distribution hiccup
All restaurants in Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland are serving full menus as normal.
Domino's UK system sales up 10.6% over the quarter
Its new store openings and like-for-like performance have contributed strongly.
