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United Kingdom to impose surprise sugar tax

United Kingdom to impose surprise sugar tax

According to a story by BBC, Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne has unveiled a tax on sugary drinks that will be levied on the volume of the sugar-sweetened drinks companies produce or import.

Eagle Boys trials 'world's first' Virtual Drivethru

Eagle Boys Pizza unveiled a Virtual Drivethru allowing customers to have pizza delivered to their car when they stop by their local store.

Gelatissimo unveils a new store and new treats

The dessert chain opened the doors to its first Rockhampton store on 15th March, marking the 38th Gelatissimo store opening in Australia.

Gelato Messina comes out with new special edition Coco Pops flavour

Kellogg’s Coco Pops and Gelato Messina are partnering up to release a limited edition flavour ‘JUST LIKE A MILKSHAKE’.

Here’s what Muffin Break is serving up for breakfast

The brand announced the arrival of its new Breakfast Menu, inspired by traditional, home-style recipes that can be eaten ‘on the go’ or dine-in.

Oporto spices things up with new ‘Spicy Portuguese’ campaign

The brand launched a new campaign for its $10 Meal Deal, taking direction from Oporto’s Portuguese origins.

Find out why Muzz Buzz has quick service consistency at its fingertips

A video case study by Comcater found that with over 50 stores nationally Muzz Buzz relies on the high speed and the easy-to-use programmable touchscreen control panel of the Menumaster MXP to deliver consistency and quality across their national network. With the possibility of 360 programmable options, updating menus across multiple locations is a breeze with the USB port facility.

Gloria Jean's taps growing alternative coffee brew market

The coffee house chain launched the One Cup Filter by Swiss merchandise item for customers who wish to enjoy a freshly filtered coffee at home this autumn.

McDonald's launches 'BrekkieWear' clothing range

According to news.com.au, the fast food giant's new clothing range consists of a T-shirt, button-up dress and pyjama trousers, with each piece featuring McMuffins and hash browns against a Hamburglar style background.

Boost Juice launches White Chocolate Protein Ball

In a parody of Miley Cyrus's "Wrecking Ball" music video, the brand unveiled its new White Chocolate Protein Ball, a new addition to its protein ball range.

Check out the new Baskin-Robbins customisable cake range

The dessert chain introduced an extension to its range of Tuxedo Ice Cream Cakes in time for Easter.

Retail Food Group shakes up operations staff jobs as part of restructure

The company announced the launch of a new sales and performance division, rolling out a massive restructure that will affect its operations staff jobs.

Find out more about SumoSalad's latest push for personalised salads

The healthy food chain is launching a new autumn menu and a campaign urging its customers to create their own autumn salad.

The Coffee Emporium to launch new Easter Campaign

From the 15th of March, customers visiting the coffee house chain will be able to try the new Banoffee Latte and Banoffee Frappe, part of the brand's new Easter campaign themed “Happy Easter in Banoffee Land”.

Learn more about Huxtaburger and what it takes to make it in the burger biz

QSR Media sat down with chef Daniel Wilson from Huxtaburger, a premium burger chain with a cult following in Melbourne advertising a menu with "hot beef and cold beer".