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UK casual dining scene suffers as business rates rise
UK casual dining scene suffers as business rates rise
Rising rate bills adds to the difficulties of operators - and not just in the high street.
Starbucks UK tests first-ever paper cup charge
It announced a 5p paper cup charge trial in 35 stores* across the city, west end, and west London.
Cost of fish and chips to increase amidst price pressure
Coupled with poor catching reported from vessels, prices are rising fast, with less availability to meet demand.
Subway reveals calorie total of six-inch subs in new campaign
Its calorie total is found on the stores' menu boards, as well as on the Subcard app and online at subway.com.
Brakes UK names Hugo Mahoney as CEO
Mahoney's appointment is effective from 1st March 2018.
Caffè Nero UK sales up 3.7%
It also announced plans to open a further 85 stores worldwide and to create a further 650 jobs in 2018.
F&B operators hopeful for growth amidst rising costs: CGA survey
Leaders in the eating and drinking out sector show optimism for drinks-led businesses, in particular.
Cut + Grind wins National Burger of The Year
Cut + Grind in King’s Cross bags the title of National Burger Of The Year at the National Burger Awards 2018.
Domino's holds top pizza seller title with $12.2b profit in 2017
Whilst Pizza Hut reported global system sales of $12.03b for 2017.
MEATliquor Queensway to host exclusive event for members
Tickets are £50 and will include ice go karting, meat treats, and booze.
Pizza Hut's Cheesy Bites make a comeback
It will also launch a “Cheesy Bites Appreciation Society” to celebrate the comeback.
Dirty Bones to launch a plant-inspired food concept in Shoreditch
Dirty Vegan will launch as a pop-up concept hosted at Dirty Bones Shoreditch on the 5th and 12th of March.
UK police warns customers to stop calling over KFC closures
They said "fried chicken is not a police matter".
KFC closes 562 UK restaurants amidst logistics problems
KFC said the issues were down to "teething problems" with a new delivery partner.
McDonald's to offer healthier Happy Meals across 120 markets
It announced the company’s long-term global growth plan to impact children’s meals.
Ed's Diner revamps UK restaurants and service model
It is refreshing its menu, adding build-your-own burgers, and a new range of shakes.
Global News Wrap Up: Jollibee raises stake in Smashburger; Taco Bell's CEO steps down; Chicken and chip shortage hits KFC UK
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.