UK

Wagamama to test bring-your-own takeout containers in New Zealand

The chain further aims to create more sustainability initiatives after banning plastic straws last year.

UberEats to open 400 ‘virtual restaurants' in the UK

The food delivery aggregator partnered with hundreds of restaurants across the country to launch this initiative.

Just Eat Group's global strategic lead Nicci Setchell appointed as chief financial officer of Yapster

She will also have the responsibilities of chief operating officer in a joint role.

Bella Italia to launch retail range in Tesco groceries

The Italian chain aims to enter the retail sector with the partnership with the grocery chain.

Costa Coffee reveals new brand identity for self-serve machines

The new look of Costa Express will be applied to its 7,000 vending machines across UK and five international markets.

McDonald's Clydebank-based franchise business secures £4 million from HSBC

The news follows after the firm opened a site at the Great Western Road Retail Park.

Slim Chickens launches new store in Wales

The site will have ordering kiosks and refillable drink stations.

Gourmet Burger Kitchen apologises for Ruby Murray burger ad

The video featured a man telling local curry houses that their food isn't 'proper Indian'.

Starbucks to license operations in France, the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg to Alsea

The coffee giant also expressed plans to have a new support centre structure.

Demand for organic sauces increased, survey says

Consumers also prefer sauces with environmental-friendly packaging.

Yum! Brands appoints Vipul Chawla as president of Pizza Hut International

He will be replacing Milind Pant who held the said position for three years.

Abokado reports 24% profit growth for YE18

The fast food chain also announced their new store opening in November.

PizzaExpress to give away free Dough Balls on World Vegan Day

Customers can get the dough balls for every purchase of any main vegan meal on November 1.

Domino's UK & ROI reports sales growth to £277.3 million for Q3

The pizza chain also launched their £25 million share purchase programme.

Ringing a bell: top tips in driving customer loyalty

With new restaurants opening what seems like every other day and more and more shoppers going online, customer loyalty is becoming increasingly important.

McDonald's new app allows customers to order on the go

The My McDonald's App also allows users to 'save' their favourite meals so they can easily order them at the tap of a button.