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Papa John's opens two further sites
Papa John’s is actively recruiting for franchisees to join the team.
Papa John's opens two further sites
Papa John’s is actively recruiting for franchisees to join the team.
The Vurger Co to launch first permanent site in March 2018
It will be located at Shoreditch, East London.
Britain's managed restaurant and pub groups sales down 0.1%
Although across the managed pub market, drink sales were up 1.8%, while food was down 1.4%.
Patty & Bun to open first restaurant outside of London
The debut regional restaurant is located at 56 Ship Street in Brighton.
McDonald's announces goals to improve packaging and reduce waste
By 2025, all of McDonald’s packaging will come from renewable, recycled or certified sources.
Global News Wrap Up: Pizza Hut to introduce self-driving pizza cars; McDonald's to eliminate foam packaging; Jack in the Box CEO wants to replace cashiers with kiosks
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media News Wrap Up: EAT. launches new cups; Subway introduces the Early Man Kids' Pak; Las Iguanas unveils limited edition dishes
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Greggs' total sales up 7.4%
In 52 weeks ended 30 December 2017, its company-managed shop like-for-like sales are up by 3.7%.
Co-Op discuss their push into food-to-go
The Co-Op have big ambitions in the food-to-go space. QSR sat down with Mark Pettigrew, Director of Format, Range, Space and Merchandising at the Co-Op to find out how they plan to take on the competition.
EG Group set to launch €3.5 billion loan
The Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Barclays and Goldman Sachs are leading the jumbo financing.
Carluccio's senior management goes through a shakeup
After nearly three years, Neil Wickers has stepped down as chief executive to pursue other opportunities.
Bars and restaurants to keep the high street buzzing in 2018: RSM
Bars and restaurants will tempt consumers, particularly millennials, back to the high street in 2018.
4 out 5 struggle to find vegan options when dining out
It is based on a survey of 2,500 people.
KFC Canada allows users to pay with Bitcoin
The chicken bucket will only be available to be purchased through KFC Canada's online portal.
Several Jamie's Italian sites predicted to close after restructure plans
The company has revealed that it intends on restructing its business model to cut costs.
Vita Mojo sheds light on loyalty scheme change
Vita Mojo concluded the scheme to be unsustainable.
73% would cut back on out of home drinking following latte levy: Mintel
Whilst 40% of out of home hot drinks consumers wouldn’t mind paying extra for drinks served in 100% recyclable cups.
