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Burger King loses bid to sell alcohol at two locations
Burger King loses bid to sell alcohol at two locations
According to the Evening Standard, Burger King has lost its bid to sell beer at two of London’s rail stations, after strong opposition from the police.
McDonald's removes Big Breakfast from menu
According to a story by the Mirror, UK outlets of the fast food giant have taken Big Breakfasts off the menu, to the dismay of the brand's online fans.
Brand loyalty might be related to political leanings, says research
According to an article by Fortune citing research from consultancies, it might be possible to peg the political leanings of consumers by the brands they patronize.
Barry Callebaut introduces 'melt in your mouth, not your hand' chocolate
The manufacturer of chocolate and cocoa products unveiled one of its breakthrough innovations at this year’s ISM: the Choc37.9.
Mayor of London announces healthy takeaway revolution
500 fast-food takeaways in the capital have signed up to an initiative that encourages them to sell healthier food, the Mayor of London announced.
Costa Express reaches its 5,000th self-serve coffee bar
According to a story by Foodbev Media, the on-the-go coffee brand has installed its 5,000th self-serve coffee bar, putting it on track to achieve its target of 8,000 machines in operation by 2020.
Pret A Manger to open its first university shop
The brand announced that it will be opening its first ever campus-based shop at the University of Exeter, with work starting on the site in the coming weeks.
Pizza Hut Mulls Restaurant Sale
According to a story by The Sunday Times, the pizza chain's UK restaurants have been put on the block for £150 million.
KFC Offers Date Night Table Service
The chicken chain announced plans to launch a date night table service, which includes linen napkins, flowers, a silver candelabra and soft drink sommelier.
Starbucks Big Cow Project raises £40,000 for charity
The nationwide fundraising campaign to provide poor African farmers with life-changing cows and farming support raised £40,000 for international development charity, Send a Cow. As an added bonus, this sum will be matched pound for pound by the UK government, taking the total figure to £80,000.
Burger King adds grilled dogs to menu
According to a story by Fortune, the burger chain's Grilled Dogs are going to be rolled out to all of its U.S. locations on February 23, marking the most significant change to the fast food giant’s menu since it began offering chicken in 1979.
UCC Coffee challenges students to design its new packaging
The coffee chain asked students and recent graduates to design new packaging for its most popular out of home coffee range – Grand Café. The brand's creative brief is part of the Annual YCN Student Awards programme.
Notting Hill's Kensington Place to relaunch fish and chips pop-up
Kensington Place is set to re-open The Notting Gill Chippy on Thursday 3rd March, located on Kensington Church Street, adjacent to the main restaurant.
Central Perk shops close down
The coffee shop chain shut down its Chester, Bold, Hatton stores and will be auctioning off fixtures and items online via its Facebook page.
Harry Ramsden's to open new concept store in the North West
The fish and chip brand announced the opening a new outlet and unveiling of a brand new concept in the North West in February.
McDonald's auctions official Big Mac sauce for charity
The fast food chain is auctioning off its official Big Mac sauce in a charity auction on eBay, reaching £65,000 and with over 200 bids.
Domino's launches competition to win limited edition Easy Order buttons
The pizza chain will be celebrating National Pizza Day on February 9 by giving its fans a chance to win the limited edition Easy Order Button.
