UK

Gaucho owner Rare Restaurants announces two board appointments

Jamie Mitchell and Gary Mann were tapped to “help guide the company through its next ambitious chapter”.

Chefs, hospitality operators urged to focus on ethical supply

Bidfresh believes consumers are going to be asking “tougher questions” on the matter when dining out.

Costa Coffee extends mobile ordering service across 500-plus stores

The mobile ordering service is available through the chain’s app.

YO! Sushi's UK earnings drop 29%

Worldwide, the firm gained a 47% boost in adjusted earnings.

Taylor St. Baristas enters administration

The move comes after selling the operating license for its eight cafes to Black Sheep Coffee.

Rooney Anand joins Chiktopia's board as non-executive director

This appointment follows his personal investment in the chicken concept.

Pret A Manger appoints Kate Stein as global technical director

She will assume the newly-created role starting 2 September.

McDonald's continues to test extended breakfast hours

A further 115 restaurants will now offer breakfast until 11am.

Shake Shack to open site in London's Gatwick Airport

This will be their 11th site in the country.

by CHLOE. opens new site at The O2

The location features an exclusive 1,500 sq ft backyard garden and retro arcade games.

Pret A Manger adds 11 new items to summer menu

New drinks include lattes made with matcha and turmeric.

The Restaurant Group trials Pan-Asian concept

Jumping Pans aims to create a menu that “knows no borders”.

Josh Wyse appointed as co-managing director at HOP Vietnamese

The move is expected to allow the brand’s founder to focus on an upcoming fundraising process.