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The bakery chain announced that it is launching two new products with reduced fat levels and lower calorie counts to promote healthy eating habits.

Chop and Wok introduced new flavours and combinations in its new menu, serving up classic dishes alongside the new Miso Soup options, and more.

SSP, the food and beverage brand operator , is set to open its first Ed’s Easy Diner at London’s Liverpool Street Station. The new restaurant is scheduled to open this September.

The Asian-inspired food brand created and led by Pret A Manger co-founder Julian Metcalfe, announced the creation of itsu US, which is set to have its first opening in 2017. "We are pleased to announce that Cameron Roberts will lead the itsu US business. Cameron has been integral to itsu achieving record growth in the last two years and we are delighted that he will lead our efforts in the critical US market," the brand said.

The new delicatessen from restaurateur Jerome Armit and chef Rufus Wickham opened its 800 sq ft site at 36 Monmouth Street, Seven Dials. The brand joins Balans Social Society, which recently launched a1,500 sq ft restaurant next door at 32-34 Monmouth Street. Specialising in home-cured pastrami, freshly made sandwiches and seasonal salads, Cure + Cut provides a premium daytime offer and is now open from 8am to 9pm. The menu features high quality and ethically sourced smoked, spiced and steamed meats, which are all prepared on-site and served alongside homemade cordials and a range of craft beers. The 30 cover site, designed by Kanvass, is set across two floors featuring a deli located on the first floor and counter seating available in the basement ‘hangout area’ downstairs. Balans Soho Society launched its 60-cover site at Seven Dials in June with an all-day offer that features seasonal dishes and a classic and signature drinks menu. The look and feel was created by an in-house team and during the summer months the brands popular al fresco dining is available. Commenting on the new openings, Julia Wilkinson, Portfolio & Group Restaurant Strategy Executive at Shaftesbury, said: “It has already been a great year for the dining offer at Seven Dials and the arrival of both Balans Soho Society and Cure + Cut further adds to the wealth of exciting operators here. Our carefully managed line-up ensures that Seven Dials is a stand-out location to eat and shop in the heart of London’s West End, with a unique and unmatched offer for the area.”

The bakery chain announced the details of its latest creative invention in the Muffin Lab, the 'Earl Grey Tea and Raspberry’ muffin.

Pret A Manger CEO, Clive Schlee, announced on his blog that the company’s vegetarian pop up will remain a permanent fixture on Broadwick Street in Soho.

The Swedish retailer is opening a fully immersive dining experience in Shoreditch – a ‘Do-it-Yourself Restaurant’ where the diners can run their own diner. IKEA is giving guests the chance to express themselves and impress their friends in a restaurant where they will have their very own sous chef and maître de. They will also have 20 of their friends as extra hands. Under the expert supervision of a head chef, diners will orchestrate a foodie experience in a homely kitchen environment to mimic an actual dinner party, but one where diners can host many more guests than usual.

The Lebanese canteen announced that six new sites will open over the next three months, including three new regional locations and its first inside a department store.

Restaurant Brands International Inc announced the establishment of a master franchise joint venture with an investor in Great Britain. The joint venture company will be the master franchisee of the TIM HORTONS brand in England, Scotland and Wales, responsible for developing and growing the brand in the market.

The sandwich brand announced the launch of its UK and Ireland Instagram account, together with an expansion of its premium range.

The brand's released its latest financial statements for the year ending 25th March 2016, showing sales figures of £13m with underlying like-for-like sales increasing by 7.6%.

KFC and De Montfort University Leicester launched a new Degree Apprenticeship programme, offering KFC team members the opportunity to earn and learn at no cost to the individual.

The coffee chain launched more mobile trucks on campuses and a collection of coffee and tea merchandise for college students this fall.

Moody's Investors Service changed the outlook on the ratings of Mabel Mezzco Limited (Wagamama) to positive from stable. Moody's has also affirmed the company's B2 corporate family rating (CFR), B2-PD probability of default rating (PDR) and the B2 rating of GBP150 million Senior Secured Notes due 2020 issued by Wagamama Finance plc.

Dirty Bones will open the doors to its latest site housed in the heart of Shoreditch on September 7.