Kevin Santos
Weekly Global News Wrap: McDonald’s pledges net-zero emissions by 2050; Burger King to test meatless nuggets; Mass exodus of U.S. hospo workers looming
Weekly Global News Wrap: McDonald’s pledges net-zero emissions by 2050; Burger King to test meatless nuggets; Mass exodus of U.S. hospo workers looming
Here is a summary of the most interesting news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: Burger King goes gourmet with new range; Costa’s gingerbread latte giveaway; Yo Sushi’s Boss Baby bento box
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Can technology fully offset lingering labour shortage pains?
One in six hospitality jobs currently lie vacant.
Tortilla valued at £70m ahead of AIM float
The company is looking to open around 45 new sites over the next five years.
McDonald’s to slash carbon emissions across UK business by 2040
The chain will open its first 'net-zero' restaurant in Shropshire next month.
German bratwurst brand Extrawurst set for UK debut
It wants to establish 100 sites in the country in the next three years.
Pizza Hut inks franchising deal with Nine Group
Nine Group will be the franchisee for 31 existing Delivery and Express Huts and will open 40 new locations.
Pizza Express eyes 50 more restaurants in post-pandemic bounce back
Last year, the chain completed a CVA that resulted in the closure of 73 restaurants with the loss of 1,100 jobs.
New regulations stemming from Pret allergy death now taking effect
Pret has pledged to make meaningful changes following the tragedy.
Shake Shack, Action Against Hunger organise eight Great British Shake Sale
For the first time in the UK, the chain is introducing the Lemon Meringue Pie Shake.
Island Poké opens latest site in Angel Islington
To celebrate, it is offering £1 bowls to all their loyal customers on October 6.
Upper Crust owner SSP sees revenues improve
60% of its outlets are open now compared to 30% at the end of March.
Weekly Global News Wrap: Chains close indoor seating as U.S. cities mandate vaccine checks; Papa John’s biggest U.S. franchising deal; McDonald’s celebrates McRib’s 40th anniversary
Here is a summary of the most interesting news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: Pret’s faux-chicken baguette; Pizza Hut’s newest Stuffed Crust flavours; Abokado’s Asian burgers
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Tortilla announces IPO plans, eyes 45 new sites
The business has ‘shown itself to be extraordinarily well positioned’ throughout the pandemic, it said.
Billionaire Issa brothers' EG Group acquires 52 KFC sites
The sites employ more than 1,600 people.
Franco Manca secures site in London’s Blackheath Village
It currently has 55 restaurants situated across the UK.
