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Social Media News Wrap Up: EAT. launches new cups; Subway introduces the Early Man Kids' Pak; Las Iguanas unveils limited edition dishes
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.
Domino's Pizza CEO to step down
Domino's Pizza Group plc said its president and CEO Patrick Doyle plans to depart the company on June 30.
Donut King and Crust Gourmet Pizza Bar to launch in the UK
In total, 250 Crust outlets and 140 Donut King outlets are set to open in the first ten years.
IGD predicts five trends food-to-go will deliver on in 2018
With a predicted worth of £23.5bn by 2022, the UK food-to-go market can be expected to deliver a number of innovations in 2018 and beyond.
Tasty announces disposal of sites
It is due to the “difficult trading environment faced by the restaurant sector”.
Tossed introduces new plant-based menu items
The new offerings include tofu chilli, dairy-free overnight energy oats, and a veggie power salad.
PAUL raises £13,280 for The Felix Project campaign
It puts the grand total raised by PAUL to a nearly £30,000 in just two years.