As the UK wakes up to the news that all of the McDonald's restaurants in the country have run out of milkshakes, the question on everyone's mind is "do the milkshakes at Burger King hold up?"
The company is the latest fast-food chain to be hit by supply chain issues, as news broke this morning that they cannot serve milkshakes in any of their UK restaurants.
The group said this lack of drivers has affected a small number of menu items, causing a shortage not just on milkshakes but also on some bottled drinks at its UK stores.
A spokesperson for the company said that its staff was “working hard to return these items to the menu as soon as possible”.
It seems that this latest shortage is being caused by a lack of HGV drivers, which are being caused by a mixture of new EU immigration rules as a result of Brexit as well as some Covid restrictions.
A shortfall of 100,000 drivers has been predicted by the Road Haulage Association (RHA), with other knock-on effects so far including a shortage of chicken at peri peri chain restaurant Nando's - which caused the group to shut fifty restaurants last week and send members of its restaurant staff to help work on the supply chain to try and fix the issue.
Statements have also been issued by Co-op and KFC, both of whom have also run out of some select items.
It is now being suggested that if supply issues are not fixed, the country may see a knock-on effect at Christmas with a shortage of turkeys predicted if things do not improve.
Lobby groups have written to the government's Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng asking for MP's to grant new temporary work visas to EU drivers to help resolve the problem.
Leeds restaurant The Cut & Craft has announced further expansion plans for the spring.
Swanky all-day dining restaurant and bar, The Cut & Craft, is expanding its popular Leeds site, investing a whopping £1.2 million to create a new adjoining elegant bar, lounge and private spaces.
Located within the former historic Collinson’s Cafe, the renovation will transform the former neighbouring Paul Smith store, to extend the existing brand offering.
The extension will celebrate the original beauty of the space, whilst acknowledging the legacy of Wallace Hartley - a talented musician who played at Collinson’s Cafe in the early 1900s before his role as bandleader on Titanic during its maiden voyage.
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The Grade II-listed building’s features including its iconic glass dome, stained glass and circular central bar will remain, with the addition of two beautifully designed private dining rooms.
The extension is due for competition this spring and will transform the existing venue into a space with seating for an impressive 370 covers.
Oscar Akgul, CEO at The Cut & Craft said: “Planning for this new chapter began within the first year of opening. By year two, it was clear that we required additional space to serve the city’s appetite for The Cut & Craft’s signature hospitality.
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“The brand’s deep affinity with the Victoria Quarter and the heritage of the building played an essential role in the decision to grow here.
“We want to thank our regular guests and everyone who has joined us at The Cut & Craft Leeds since opening and we look forward to entering this exciting new chapter with you all.”
This iconic Leeds pub is selling 25p pints for the weekend alongside a 70’s-inspired menu
Clementine Hall
Whitelock's Ale House in Leeds are turning back the clocks for four days only.
Ever fancied giving time travel a go? Well now's your chance, as a historic Leeds pub are looking back to time gone by for the weekend.
Whitelock's Ale House are collaborating with Double Diamond beer, an iconic British pale ale made popular in the 70's and now somewhat having a resurgence.
From this Thursday 26 February until Sunday 1 March 2026, pints of Double Diamond will be available for just 25p.
Yep, you can't even get a Freddo for 25p these days let alone a cold, refreshing pint.
Guests will be able to grab their first pint of Double Diamond for 25p along with a nostalgic specials menu from the Whitelock's kitchen.
And if you know anything about their food, it's always class so this specials menu will be absolutely no exception.
The specials menu includes a french onion quiche, a coronation chicken sandwich, gammon, pineapple, egg and chips and to top it all off, a raspberry Swiss roll with custard.
You can get three courses for just £30 and you can either pre-order or order individually when you're there.
This is set to be a real blast from the past, so rally your mates together and prepare for a trip down memory lane and for what could be the cheapest pint of your life.
You can find out more and book your table at Whitelock's Ale House here.
Georgina Pellant -
24th August 2021 
