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‘Most Instagrammable’ Greggs opens in Birmingham Primark

‘Most Instagrammable’ Greggs opens in Birmingham Primark

The bakery giant and the retail company recently launched an exclusive fashion collection.

Burger King terminates Ibersol contract for brand development in Portugal

Ibersol noted there was not a proper assessment of the limitations faced by companies due to the pandemic.

SSP Group sees sales “trending positively” in recent weeks

Should there be no further government restrictions being introduced, the company said it is well-positioned to trade in summer.

Delicious Pho opens first UK restaurant

The chain seats 134 people and is available for both dine-in and takeaway. 

TGI Fridays to open 87th UK restaurant in Chelmsford

It will bring 70 full time and part time jobs to the area.

Wagamama to fully reopen five London restaurants as customers go back to offices

The chain said the reopening demonstrates their “confidence after the lockdowns and the need to meet demand for their iconic dishes.”

Off-premise sales boost DP Eurasia’s FY21 performance

Whilst there has been an increase in daily new COVID-19 cases since December, the company said it is subject to any material operational constraints.

Honest Burgers opens store with entirely plant-based menu

The “V Honest” concept offers four recipes using a plant burger and two using faux-chicken.

Deliveroo reports 36% rise in Q4 gross transaction value

This is despite a difficult yearly comparison when new lockdown restrictions were coming into force.

Saint Espresso launches store at London’s Angel Central shopping centre

The chain boasts coffee that is sourced ethically and transparently from small producers across the world.

Choppaluna to open restaurant in Scotland’s Glasgow City Centre

The brand previously revealed it will open ten sites this year.

Pizza Pilgrims eyes first Brighton location

The company operates 18 restaurants in the UK.

Bill Granger to open fifth Granger & Co restaurant in London

This will be the fifth London site for the Australian chef.

Pret A Manger to increase pay this April

The company will invest over £9.2 million to raise hourly rates amidst sector-wide labour shortages.

LEON ramps up expansion goals, eyes 50 new sites this year

The move is expected to create 1,000 jobs and 4,000 over the next three years.

Island Poke starts year with two restaurant openings in London

It also has plans to grow in Edinburgh in the next few years.