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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.