All Pret A Manger articles
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NewsPret to expand into major Canadian airports
The expansion of the sandwich giant’s Canadian presence forms part of its ongoing agreement with A&W Food Services
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NewsPret reports ‘strong start’ to 2026 following FY25 sales growth
The sandwich group says system sales rose 7% (8% in the UK) in the first four months of the year, supported by rising customer counts and continued estate expansion
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NewsLeon appoints Pret’s Julio Santoyo as restaurants MD
John Vincent has called the appointment ‘a pivotal moment’ for the ‘naturally fast-food’ chain as it looks to press ahead with development plans having exited administration
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NewsLeon exits administration as CVA approved
The ‘naturally fast-food’ chain says it will now press ahead with ‘ambitious development plans’ after 100% of voting creditors backed the restructuring
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NewsPret appoints chief supply chain officer
Stefan Porter has joined the food to go operator to take up the newly created role, where he will be responsible for supply chain, logistics, buying, technical and sustainability functions
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NewsIn pictures: Pret opens first drive thru in Warrington
Launched in partnership with Motor Fuel Group, the shop marks a new trial format for the food to go operator as it continues to grow its estate
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InterviewsPret CEO: ‘We’re doing everything in our control to mitigate costs and protect our customers’
Pano Christou says the impact of the US-Israel war with Iran is causing some cost volatility, but the group currently has no plans to raise prices. The food to go retailer launched its new spring menu today with a heavy focus on high-protein dishes
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Weekend PressGreggs forced to axe self-service displays in new look ‘fortress’ stores in drastic step to stop shoplifting ‘madness’
The Sun reports that the new design features heightened security measures with drinks, baked goods, sandwiches and crisps moved behind counters alongside hot food
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Analysis & InsightHow Blank Street Coffee won over trendy Gen Zs
With its cool clientele and Instagrammable product range, Blank Street is looking to double its current valuation of $500m as it seeks a new round of investment. MCA explores how the brand has gone from plucky upstart to rapid scal-up in just six years
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Analysis & InsightHave we reached peak coffee shops?
The UK coffee shop sector has enjoyed remarkable growth over the past decade, yet major branded chains like Costa Coffee and Starbucks which once defined the market are now reporting losses, closures and declining profitability
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InterviewsPret is continuing to evolve through new formats
With the launch of its first kiosks, a planned drive-thru opening and hybrid regional shops, the food to go retailer is keen to tap into further growth opportunities in the UK, chief executive Pano Christou shares
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up the week’s biggest openings stories, featuring new concepts from Evolv Collection, Gordon Ramsay Restaurants, and more
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InterviewsPret: ‘Tests on the right mechanism for a meal deal are ongoing’
The food to go retailer is undertaking further trials to gauge what the right mechanism is, “if any”, for a permanent roll out, CEO Pano Christou shares at MCA’s Food to Go Conference
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NewsIlly to roll out self-service coffee bars nationwide
The premium coffee brand is launching a new ‘bean-to-cup’ self-service bar concept with a target to achieve 1,000 placements during the next five years
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NewsNew sessions announced for Food To Go Conference
Gail’s, Taco Bell, Coco di Mama and Chaiiwala are among the big-name brands that have joined the line-up for MCA’s upcoming Conference, on 5 March.
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Analysis & InsightThe structural shifts rewriting the case for UK restaurant brands in the U.S.
After years of false starts, UK restaurant brands may finally have a way into America, Robert Ancill writes for MCA
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Weekend PressUpmarket tastes leave UK high street coffee chains out in the cold
Innovative upstarts provide that special touch to draw in a younger, higher-spending crowd, the Financial Times reports
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NewsPret reveals new year menu
The food to go operator has introduced several new menu items for January, including a range of six half baguettes, starting from £1.99, in order to offer more value options to consumers.
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NewsLawrence Heyes returns to Pret as operations director
Heyes rejoins Pret having previously overseen operations development across the group’s UK and French estate more than a decade ago
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up the week’s biggest openings stories, featuring Gilroy’s Loft at the new Guinness Brewery, a new concept from former Kiln head chef Meedu Saad, and TRGC’s bespoke concept designed for Jersey Airport