News
Flour Power Group announces leadership shake-up
James Fleming is leaving the business after seven years as group CEO.
Caffè Nero Group acquires 200 Degrees
It has become the fifth brand to join The Nero Group.
Popeyes UK celebrates app launch with 10,000 free chicken sandwich giveaway
This is in celebration of the launch of their new mobile app.
Social Media Wrap: Burger King UK smoky bacon returns; Pret A Manger brings back Brie & Bacon Baguette; Frankie & Benny’s kids eat free promo
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Greggs open its first champagne bar in Fenwick Newcastle
Bookings are available until 31 December.
Weekly Global Wrap: Yum! Brands pulls onions from restaurants amidst E. Coli outbreak; Nando's launches new growth strategy; Denny's shutters 150 restaurants
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Nearly two-thirds of businesses increase prioritisation on food waste efforts
However, only 34% of them believe that they are doing a good job in managing food waste in their segment.
Shake Shack announces Cambridge opening in 2025
The brand previously opened in Birmingham Grand Central.
wagamama launches new cook book ‘soul kitchen'
The recipes are inspired by ‘food heroes’ across Asia.
McDonald’s UK extends partnership with Uber Direct
It aims to boost its ‘McDelivery’ service.
Two Magpies Bakery expands its Framlingham site
The site will now be offering the full Two Magpies’ menu.
I Am Doner launches first North American location in Toronto
They have also secured three additional store locations in the Greater Toronto Area, all set to open next year.
5 focus areas for Starbucks to reverse global declining sales
They also highlighted the need to change their strategy for the brand’s growth.
Papa Johns serves free pizza for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 launch
Fans can get freebies worth over £120.
Chipotle introduces new AI hiring platform ‘Ava Cado’
This aims to decrease the time to hire, reduce job advertising costs, and increase hiring for hard-to-fill roles.
Hospitality groups report 1.7% growth in September
Total sales growth was at 3.7%.
Commentary
People want experiences – but not at the cost of food & beverage