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NewsPopeyes UK: ‘We wanted to do innovation our own way’
Changes introduced by Popeyes UK included new uniforms and store designs, as well as changes to the music played in the restaurants
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NewsPizzaExpress’ equity markets in Hong Kong and UAE are ’outposts of innovation’
PizzaExpress CEO Paula MacKenzie has said the launch of the casual dining group’s Pod concept in the UK last year followed the development of smaller footprint locations in Hong Kong
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InterviewsPhat Buns targets 20 UK sites
The fast-growing burger brand aims to operate 20 UK sites by the end of 2025 and has begun international expansion with two openings planned in the UAE
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Analysis & Insight
Going Global: Enter the dragon
In the latest in his series of Going Global columns for MCA, international franchising expert Jasper Reid looks at the prospects for eating-out brands targeting the Chinese market.
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Itsu makes US debut
Itsu, the Julian Metcalfe-founded chain, has opened its first site in the US, in New York
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Gold Brands plans UK launch for Chesanyama
Gold Brands Investments, the South Africa-based hospitality group, is looking to launch its BBQ restaurant concept Chesanyama
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NewsWagamama makes Sharjah debut
Wagamama has opened a restaurant in Sharjah, the company’s first site in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) outside of Dubai
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Deliveroo launches self-collection and dine-in features
Deliveroo has launched its first self-collection and dine-in features through one of its Editions sites
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Nando’s appoints new CEO for North America
Nando’s has appointed John Fisher, formerly of Bob Evans Farms, as the new chief executive of its operations in North America
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Chinese hot pot chain eyes London debut
HaiDiLao, the China-based hot pot chain, is in talks to make its European debut in central London
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Pinza to make UK debut through Deliveroo Editions
Pinza, the Dubai-based pizza delivery company, is to make its debut in the UK through Deliveroo’s Editions concept
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Meyer to launch taco stand
New York restaurateur Danny Meyer is to add to his restaurant portfolio with the opening of a taco stand
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NewsLas Iguanas gears up for international launch
Las Iguanas is set to make its international debut this summer with openings in Gibraltar and South Africa
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PizzaExpress appoints new international MD
PizzaExpress, the Hony Capital-backed group, has appointed Liam Collette as the new managing director for its international operations
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Greek coffeehouse chain to make UK debut
Mikel, the Greek coffeehouse chain, is to make its debut in the UK, after securing a site in central London
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Chipotle closes burger concept site
Chipotle has closed the only site operating under its burger concept Tasty Made
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NewsCDG to target up to 300 international sites by 2022
Casual Dining Group (CDG) is planning to reach 250-300 international franchise sites over the next three to four years, according to chief operating officer James Spragg.
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NewsSlim Chickens plans UK launch
Slim Chickens, US restaurant chain which specialises in chicken tenders and wings, is planning to launch in the UK
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Donut King & Crust Gourmet Pizza Bar plan UK launches
Retail Food Group has signed master franchise agreements for the UK for its Crust Gourmet Pizza Bar and Donut King Brands
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Farzi Café secures Haymarket site for UK debut
Farzi Café, the modern Indian bistro concept from the India-based Massive Restaurants Pvt Ltd group, is to make its debut in the UK