Olo closes Spendgo deal to expand loyalty offer
US-based restaurant technology group Olo has acquired Spendgo, a loyalty and guest engagement platform, and is introducing the integrated service…
23 Dec 2025
Jack in the Box completes sale of Del Taco to Yadav Enterprises
Jack in the Box has wrapped up the divestment of its quick service restaurant brand Del Taco Holdings to Yadav Enterprises in a deal valued at about $119m. Del Taco…
22 Dec 2025
Ben Stokes‑backed Sixes enters administration
Cricket‑themed restaurant and bar chain Sixes has appointed administrators after what has been described as a difficult trading spell, placing the future of the Ben Stokes‑backed business in doubt. All…
22 Dec 2025
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit opens new restaurant in Ontario, Canada
US barbecue chain Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has opened a new restaurant in Mississauga, Ontario, as it continues to build its presence in the Canadian market. Situated at 5100 Erin Mills…
22 Dec 2025
Starbucks names Anand Varadarajan as new global CTO
Coffee giant Starbucks has appointed Anand Varadarajan as its new chief technology officer (CTO), with effect from 19 January 2026. Varadarajan will head the Starbucks Technology division and will report…
22 Dec 2025
Krispy Kreme to sell Japan business to Unison Capital in $65m deal
Doughnut company Krispy Kreme has agreed to sell its Japanese operations to private equity firm Unison Capital in a deal valued at about $65m. The transaction, described as Krispy Kreme’s…
19 Dec 2025
Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken targets growth in Central Indiana
US quick service franchise Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken is set to expand its presence in Central Indiana after third-generation family member Jack Omer acquired the franchise’s restaurant in New Castle.…