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MPs recommend 25p levy on use of disposable coffee cups
MPs recommend 25p levy on use of disposable coffee cups
MPs urged the Government to introduce a 25p levy on disposable coffee cups to help reduce waste.
Just Eat predicts that Vegan will be the food trend of 2018
The company reported a 94% increase in healthy food ordered in 2017.
Taco Bell launches new value range
Its new Loaded Beefy Grillers are available in three flavours.
Dunkin Brands is one of the "strongest" acquisition targets: analyst
Dunkin' Brands holds the title as 2018's unofficial first subject of a go-private rumor.
Patisserie Holdings mooted to bid for Gail's Bakery
Shares in Patisserie Valerie’s owner rose 6.2p to 359p.
Papa John is gone
Papa John's says its founder John Schnatter will step down as CEO next month.
McDonald's trials latest fresh beef burger in the US
McDonald’s is testing its new Archburger, which is made from fresh beef.
Pret A Manger doubles the discount on reusable coffee cup
Customers will get 50p off on hot drinks if they bring a reusable cup.
Subway US receives backlash on its food quality decline
Its "mushy and rotten vegetables" destroyed the brand's 'Eat Fresh' philosophy.
Zia Lucia opens second site in Brook Green
The brand offers vegetable charcoal, whole meal, and gluten free dough pizzas.
Tortilla to give double loyalty points this January
Loyalty card members can get double points in a single purchase of a burrito or other mains.
Honest Burgers teams up with Wild Weather Ales
The team up celebrates the launch of the Reading site with the creation of an exclusive beer.
Tom's Kitchen collaborates with The Vurger Co
This January, both restaurant will provide two burgers at participating Tom's Kitchen sites.
Four Hundred Rabbits teams up with Pip & Nut
The collaboration has brought the launch of the brand's new vegan special sourdough pizza.
Crêperie L'Ami Malo to open in Spitalfields
The modern crêperie and bar is officially opening on the 31st of January.
Chipotle partners with Men's Health to launch a special menu item
The double-meat chicken bowl is now available at all restaurants until the 28th of February.
5 tips for restaurant operators looking for investment
If you’re looking to grow your restaurant business you’re probably considering how and where to make key investments. For businesses also looking for industry expertise, the right network, and strategic advice in areas such as recruitment, marketing, or rollout proposition, private equity investment can be an attractive proposition. Steve Cordiner of Livingbridge, a growth partner accelerating expansion for operators, with investments in the likes of Pho, Rhubarb and Bistrot Pierre, offers his advice on how restaurant operators looking for this sort of investment can stand out in a crowded marketplace: