Kevin Santos

Prezzo launches rewards scheme for employees

The scheme sees employees being given free membership to Epoints, allowing them to earn cash back on purchases.

Online reviews can predict the failure of 7 out of 10 businesses, study claims

Researchers have developed a tool that uses customer ratings to analyse restaurants’ likelihood of success.

Caffè Nero acquires remaining stake in Coffee#1

The coffee chain is expected to continue to operate as a standalone brand alongside the group’s other brands.

Five trends that will shape food-to-go recovery

2022 will be a year for reflection, innovation, concept development and new ways of doing business, an analyst said.

Gaucho to make Glasgow debut

This follows nationwide expansion from the brand.

Pret A Manger to share transformation programme insights at the QSR Media UK Conference and Awards

Guy Meakin, Pret’s interim managing director for UK and Ireland, will speak at the event, happening on June 28.

German Doner Kebab to open 78 UK restaurants in 2022

The chain is also set to open sites in North America.

Papa John’s opens restaurant in Nottingham

The chain continues to seek multi-unit franchisees or those keen on opening up in a ‘non-traditional’ location.

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.

Fridays targets apprentices as it launches refreshed scheme

Every apprentice will have access to an online learning platform that includes a tailored learning plan, e-learning resources and a ‘skills radar’ to track progress against various milestones.

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.

Easing of COVID restrictions nudges up out-of-home drinks sales

CGA is cautiously optimistic that pubs, bars and restaurants can build their sales over the coming weeks.

Shopper confidence at ‘lowest levels’ despite removal of COVID-19 restrictions

89% or nearly nine out of ten shoppers expect food prices to rise.