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Pho announces Gluten-Free accreditation
Pho announces Gluten-Free accreditation
The Vietnamese street food restaurant group gained Gluten Free accreditation from Coeliac UK for its 17 restaurants across the UK.
More people eating out over Christmas even as spend is down
Research done by Horizons found that a modest climb in the number of people eating out over Christmas 2015 suggests that the sector is now back into a period of gradual growth following a stall in its recovery last summer.
McDonald's puts Big Mac sauce on sale
According to a story by the Sun, the fast food chain put its signature Big Mac sauce up for sale in supermarket shelves in Australia.
Hummus Bros teams up with MoreFit to offer personal training and yoga
The two healthy food brands are putting their strengths together to encourage their customers into a healthier lifestyle, teaming up to offer personal training and yoga studios at Hummus Bros' basements in Cheapside and Exmouth Market. More venues will open in 2016.
SSP Group: First quarter like-for-like sales grows strongly in UK
The company issued an Interim Management Statement for the first quarter of its financial year, covering the period from 1 October to 31 December 2015.
Cafe that changes with seasons ‘will be first of its kind in UK’
According to a story by the Standard, a proposed cafe in Chelsea that is designed to cope with the seasons by taking a “Centre Court roof” approach to the elements will be the first of its kind in Britain.
Wyldecrest Parks owner buys Eat Square shares
According to a story by This Is Wiltshire, Eat Square owner Alex Joll has sold 40 per cent of his company to Alfie Best, the owner of Wyldecrest Parks.
Gourmet Burger Kitchen ads dissing vegetarians attracted more people than they alienated, says survey
According to a story by The Drum, a survey by OnePulse found that more people were willing to eat at Gourmet Burger Kitchen as a result of the advertising campaign making fun of vegetarians, in spite of the backlash.
UK pub operator Marston's posts record Christmas sales
According to a story by Reuters, Marston's comparable sales rose at its own managed pub restaurants, and posted record sales over Christmas for the fourth consecutive year.
Just Eat PLC receives average recommendation of “Buy” from brokerages
According to a story by Zolmax, shares of Just Eat PLC have earned a consensus rating of “Buy” from the eight analysts that are presently covering the company.
Amore di Gelato launches new Rum and Raisin Ice Cream
The ice cream brand, Amore di Gelato, unveiled a new Rum and Raisin flavour for 2016.
Nosh opens second store in Stockton
According to a story by GazetteLive, the takeaway launched a new store at 94 Church Road , Stockton, open Monday to Friday, 11.30am until 2.30pm.
Rosa's Thai to expand following £1.8m funding
The restaurant chain announced that it will be opening of three new sites across central London in 2016, following a £1.8 million funding deal with Santander Corporate & Commercial.
Tesco to close 'food to go' stores
According to a story by the Retail Gazette, Tesco will be closing down two “Food-to-Go” stores in London on 4 March.
Starbucks Mobile Order & Pay now available nationwide
The coffee chain announced the national launch of its Mobile Order & Pay app, available in 300 UK stores.
McDonald's global comp sales rise for 2015
The fast food giant announced the financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2015, showing strong performance from the U.K., Canada and Australia.
Japanese Plan to Combat Bad Sushi in UK Restaurants
According to a story by the Telegraph, Japan will be setting up a new certification system for overseas chefs with the aim of improving the sushi served in UK outlets.